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Oil & Wax Finish

When it comes time to finish a project, there’s certainly no lack of options. In fact, it can be easy to fall into a paralysis of indecision with all the possible choices. Lacquer? Polyurethane? Varnish? The next time you’re stumped on a finish, allow me to suggest one of my favorites: oil and wax.

OIL & WAX

A combination of oil and wax is one of the easiest finishes to apply, but, like any method, it’s not for every project. The thin nature of an oil and wax finish makes it less ideal for a tabletop or a dresser that’s going to see a lot of use — in that case

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