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  1. 22nd May 2022, 05:03 PM #1
    dexx
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    Default clear finish for furniture?

    The clear oil based varnishes (matt and satin) i have tried are all quite thick and gluggy. They are prone to air bubbles which make for a less than perfect finish.
    Is there a thinner varnish that goes on smooth which still provides decent protection for a hardwood benchtop?
    EDIT: the panel will be the top of a buffet in a family room. So it will see only light use. Not like a kitchen benchtop
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  3. 22nd May 2022, 06:03 PM #2
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    Whats the bench top for?

    Woodwork, kitchen, sewing, kids bench ????

    To make a finish runnier some finishes, even oils, can be thinned with solvents - read the can etc.

    For surfaces likely to cop abuse, oils that can be used in touch up mode with minimal effort are one option, THRU TO a 2 pack finish for a harder wearing surface

    I like wipe on polyurethane but it's not really suitable for a hard working bench like a kitchen.
    I used it on my grandson's (not hardwood) craft bench.
    Kids Craft bench
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  4. 22nd May 2022, 11:21 PM #3
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    Look into the Whittle Evolution hard wax oil. Easy to apply, clear and very hard wearing. Perfect for buffet tops.

    Regards from Perth

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  5. 24th May 2022, 04:00 AM #4
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    I use Livos Countertop Oil for all of our Jarrah benchtops.
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