Project Information
I posted this pocket hole jig and storage unit a little while ago, however I am posting a new aspect of it… the finish.
This was my first oil/varnish finish and it turned out great. I used 60% GF Arm-r-seal, 30% BLO (boiled linseed oil) and 10% naptha. I used the odd ratio due to the fact that the arm-r-seal is already a diluted wiping varnish and I wanted to use naptha to aid in faster drying times.
I applied three coats over several days. Each coat consisted of applying a generous amount (flooding the surface using a rag). The wood drank it up well, which is why I used 3 coats. I sanded with 320 and 600 grits between coats. I built up an ever-so-slight satin sheen and the surface is hard, dry and smooth as glass.
The oak plywood used looks completely different. You can see the original post HERE.
This was my first oil/varnish finish and it turned out great. I used 60% GF Arm-r-seal, 30% BLO (boiled linseed oil) and 10% naptha. I used the odd ratio due to the fact that the arm-r-seal is already a diluted wiping varnish and I wanted to use naptha to aid in faster drying times.
I applied three coats over several days. Each coat consisted of applying a generous amount (flooding the surface using a rag). The wood drank it up well, which is why I used 3 coats. I sanded with 320 and 600 grits between coats. I built up an ever-so-slight satin sheen and the surface is hard, dry and smooth as glass.
The oak plywood used looks completely different. You can see the original post HERE.