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   jac747 | Dec 21, 2024 11:42am | #1

   I just used Odies for the first time on a cherry morris chair. Instructions indicate you can put it on with whatever you want. I first tried a piece of wiping cloth; it worked but not very well. Odies is thick, so something with a little stiffness works better. They of course recommend a none-woven pad:

   https://odiesoil.com/applicators/

   I found something similar at a paint store that worked well enough. It takes some elbow grease to apply; keep adding finish until the wood has absorbed all it can. I used an old tooth brush to work the finish into corners, a bit tough to do with the pad. Let it sit for 40 minutes to an hour, then buff it well with a terry cloth until anything extra is removed.

   So far I like the result, a nice low-sheen finish with a smooth, pleasant surface feel, not unlike a sanded-oil finish if you've ever done that. I'm planning to add a second coat after the first cures fully.

   I'll be curious to hear your impression. Good luck,

   -Joe