I have a new hobby of making wooden bowls on a wood lathe. Have tried several types of finishes, but don't know the best ones that will last a long time and still be compatable with using them as fruit or bread bowls. They will be lined with a cloth napkin when relatively dry fruits or breads are placed in them, so I don't think moisture would be much of a problem. Thanks. Ron
2006-10-27 05:43:33 · 4 answers · asked by silver deer 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
After sanding rub them with good old Olive Oil. Or you can make a mix of parafin (shaved), turpentine, and linseed oil. Rub in several layers (letting each dry) and you'll get a beautiful satin finish. Have you ever thought of using Burl woods? The resultant natural holes and whorls are gorgeous.
2006-10-27 05:54:31 · answer #1 · answered by reynwater 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I re finished a sheraton dining suite and china cabinet over 30 yrs ago. all I did was remove old varnishand cleaned really well. Then I used Formby Tung Oil. I put two coats on the table top. It still looks great after 3 children and going through 15 grandchildren. ou get the best finish with a hand rub.I
2006-10-27 14:57:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would just use some kind of natural oil after pollishing it it'll still look like natural wood but it'll resist moisture and stay smooth
2006-10-27 06:16:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Polyurethane might work.
2006-10-27 11:09:13 · answer #4 · answered by lizzylubinski 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋