Tip #42
Finishing Touches
Part 2 of 6 - Applying an Oil Finish (continued)
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Danish Oil

Danish Oil is a much more recent invention that eliminates much of the work that was once required to apply an oil finish. Made from a blend of super-penetrating oils and resins, its application requires no pre-heating. It's ideal for a fast, general purpose finish and will finish your project in a single application, saving you lots of time and rubbing.

Prior to application, the surface of your project should be sanded down with very fine (220-grit) or finer garnet sandpaper. Then, wipe the Danish Oil on liberally, flooding the surface. Keep the surface wet with oil for 15-30 minutes while the oil penetrates. While the surface is still wet, scuff sand it with extra-fine (240-grit or finer) wet/dry silicon carbide paper, keeping the paper wet with oil as you do so.

Remove the surplus oil by wiping across the grain with a clean cloth...then again, with the grain. This will force a sawdust-and-oil mixture into the pores of the wood, acting as a filler and creating a super-smooth, ultra-soft surface. Allow the surface to dry overnight, then wipe again with a lightly oiled rag and buff it out.

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