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   PlaneWood | Apr 26, 2004 03:10am | #1

   I sure would.

   PlaneWood by Mike_in_Katy (maker of fine sawdust!)
   PlaneWood

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   jazzdogg | Apr 26, 2004 05:18am | #2

   After waiting for the oil to thoroughly cure, apply a few coats of shellac. It makes a terrific sealer coat and can be applied over just about anything. Wiping on the shellac will work just fine, and there'll be no pesky brush marks, drips, or other such imperfections to contend with.

   BTW, after you've given the oil a few weeks to cure, you may find that the luster has diminshed somewhat; I generally sand in Liberon Finishing Oil for my oil finishes (220, 320, 400, up through 500 & 600 in some instances) followed by a high-quality wax.

   Good luck,

   -Jazzdogg-

   Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right.

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   RANGERP75R | Apr 26, 2004 05:19am | #3

   yeildmap

      If you use light coats and let it cure properly, I would guess no. But that is only a guess as I have never run a test with a quilt draped over a Danish oil finish.

      Therefore I would tend to agree with Planewood and play it safe. Better safe than sorry.

   Regards...

   sarge..jt

   Proud member of the :  "I Rocked With ToolDoc Club" .... :>) 

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   HowardAcheson | Apr 26, 2004 05:15pm | #4

   What "Danish Oil" did you use? Many different types of finishes are called "Danish Oil" for marketing reasons.

   Most danish oil is an oil/varnish mixture of boiled linseed oil, varnish and mineral spirits. Once it has fully dried (4-7 days), it will not bleed back. The varnish in the mixture seals the pores and the finish.

   If you want additional protection, wipe on a couple of coats of a wiping varnish. Thin your varnish 50/50 with mineral spirits and wipe it on using non-embossed paper towels.

   The thing to be careful of with any oil base finish is the odor that can permeate cloth items. It's mostly a problem inside cabinets and drawers but quilts left draped over an oil finish item may pick up some of the odor. Might be best to overcoat the "danish oil" with shellac or a waterborne clear finish.

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   yieldmap | Apr 26, 2004 07:17pm | #5

   Watco Danish Oil.

   I'm not as worried about odor, but more stains.  The quilt rack is a "Pinch rack", which holds the quilt between two boards with pressure from 4 screw knobs.

   So, the quilt will always be under pressure between two boards.  That's why I'm concerned about the staining.

   I might try either a WOP or shellac, just a couple of coats.  I've used the WOP with the Danish Oil before and it doesn't change the color much.  I've been happy with it.

   Thanks,

   yieldmap

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   UncleDunc | Apr 27, 2004 12:22am | #6

   If you're not facing a short deadline, why not try it with your wood and your choice of finish and see what happens?

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   Crunk | Apr 27, 2004 03:45pm | #7

   I would not use an oil finish  in this situation, unless you topcoat with shellac.  A regular wiping varnish would be my choice.  While Watco has varnish in it, it is still mostly linseed oil and could very well bleed back. 

   No reason to take a chance.

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   yieldmap | Apr 30, 2004 07:05am | #8

   I already had the Danish Oil on when I posted.  However, I did take your advice with the shellac, two coats.  What a beautiful finish.  I'd never used much shellac before.

   Can you buff the shellac out to make a nice shine?  I've heard of using the 3M abrasive cloth (plastic steel wool) instead of steel wool.  Have you ever used that?

   thanks,

   yieldmap

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   Crunk | Apr 30, 2004 11:01pm | #9

   Nah, leave it alone if it looks good.  Don't be afraid to be done with the project.  Hang some quilts on it and enjoy.