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   djcook50 | Oct 23, 2021 11:10pm | #1

   I’ve been using the OSMO Polyx satin finish for my last few projects. I like using it. Simple to apply, much easier than the wipe-on poly as it is more forgiving (smoother, more uniform finish); way less stinky. So far it seems very durable after curing and is repairable; where poly is much more work to repair. I bought a small can, 4.2 oz. at Lee Valley. A little goes a long way.

   Check out: https://www.follen.com/osmo-polyx-furniture-application-instructions

   I have not had a chance to try the Rubio yet. I’ll be curious to hear what other folks have to say about it, especially compared to OSMO.

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   Trippe | Oct 25, 2021 08:31am | #5

   I’ve used both, the only benefit I see to Rubio is the ease of use. But I find the finish to be dull and the smell of the product is terrible. Osmo is harder to apply but not difficult and you can get it in satin, semi gloss and gloss. I prefer the gloss, really beautiful, deep finish.

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   user-6901980 | Oct 23, 2021 11:37pm | #2

   Have used both. Rubio is great but you need to be conservative about mixing the Part A and Part B the first few times you use it - you'll end up using much less finish than you might expect, and it does hurt toss it given the cost. Have applied it to my red oak floors about 7 years ago and it continues to hold up well despite almost no maintenance from us.

   Osmo is also great.

   Critical with both these finishes is to sand appropriately (not nearly as high grit as you might with others) and to leave nothing remaining on the surface before you call it done on an application. After 10-15 minutes, I buff aggressively with shop towels. The one time I didn't, the finish did cure, but it was waxier and scratched easier.

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   beasleysevin | Oct 24, 2021 02:26pm | #3

   I am a big OSMO fan. I love the glass like finish I get on table tops. I disagree with not sanding to a high grit. Sand to the grit that will get the finish you want. For me that's 400 - 600 to get that glass like finish. I apply with a white scotch pad, wait 20 min. and wipe to even. Super simple. Super beautiful.

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   user-6851987 | Oct 25, 2021 07:12am | #4

   Thank You everyone for your useful information! I appreciate it.