What type of finish is this please (photos attached)?
We picked this up on Craigslist. I noticed that the top had a sheen that fingerprinted when touched, and I assumed it was a dark wax finish.
My son brushed up against it in our living room and got a dark smudge on his sleeve. I took a paper towel and wiped it over the surface (dry) – see photo attached. Is this normal for a wax finish or is this some other type of finish?
If it is a wax finish, and it is normal for it to rub off onto clothing, then I’d like to remove it (we have 3 young kids). I’ve seen mineral spirits recommended for this job. Do you agree?
Thankyou in advance for your help.
Leah
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Im guessing it may have a gel stain or teak oil dirrectly over varnish therefor it will never dry. If mineral spirits don't work you can use lacquer thinner, however that will probably remove the color too.
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