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   peter28 | Sep 11, 2006 04:16am | #1

   I would suggest you go to an art supply store and looked at Windsor Newton's products. They make small bottles, in various refinements, of linseed oil. This way you can buy a small amount. Use a small amount on your walnut (one application should be sufficient) and let it cure. If you can put them out in the sunlight for a while after you've oiled them, so much the better.

   Any finish once cured is food safe. Don't use mineral oil as it never dries or cures.

   Good luck and congratulations

   Peter Gedrys

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   [email protected] | Sep 12, 2006 07:47am | #2

   Peter,

    

    

   Thanks very much for your advice. Is there a particular linseed oil refinement that I should be looking for?  By yhe way, my son who I'm makling the goblets for is named Peter also.

    

   Thanks again.

    

   Jim

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   peter28 | Sep 12, 2006 10:57pm | #3

   Jim,

   I would use stand oil. It is oil that is already partially polymerized. If you can apply it while on the lathe it will make for a quick job.

   Have fun.

   Peter

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   [email protected] | Oct 06, 2006 06:18am | #4

   Peter,

   I've applied the WN Stand Oil to a sample piece before putting it on the goblets. When does it develop water and alcohol resistance? I applied a generous coat, very thick stuff. I let it sit for an hour and wiped off the excess to even the coat. I put it in the sun for about 2 hours and then in a heated room for a day. When I wetted my finger and wiped it on the piece, the finish dulled and the wood took on moisture. What am I doing wrong? Any tips?

   Also, does WN use any metal driers in their Stand Oil?

   Thanks again for your help.

    

    

   Jim