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According to the refininshing book, I should use beeswax and carnauba to get the tough yet, no gloss finish I’m looking for. Ordered raw materials from Sinopia in San Francisco. Formula was 1 part carnauba to 3 parts beeswax to 12 parts turpentine (as thinner to keep the wax workable.) The solution never solidified, so I added another 1 part carnaube and 3 parts beeswax. The texture seemed good so I started to apply. After a few seconds I noticed that the wax solution was removing the stain, so I quit and buffed off as much wax as I could. So…what do I do now? I don’t want to use polyurathane because it’s too glossy. What are my other options for a natural, no-gloss finish?
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My favorite non-gloss finish is 50/50 mix of marine spar satin varnish (not poly) and mineral spirits, wiped on. Put on about 6-8 coats for a table top, 4-6 for surfaces which will not receive much wear. You can wax this after it is fully cured--at least 4 weeks. The wax finish you were applying is not durable and will spot very easily if you are using it on a table surface. I think my finish will approximate the look you want.
*hello everyone....i just purchased a 1910 french oak armoir. the wood is rather dry as well. as i dont want to refinish, what would be the best lin/turp/carnauba/beeswax mix. Does anyone have experience with antiques in this area.
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