AndyG Posted October 17, 2017 Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 Hi all, I'm looking at making my own maloof finish to use on my rocker. He recommends a 2 step process. The first is a mix of 1/3 poly, 1/3 linseed oil and 1/3 tung oil. I'm pretty confident on mixing and applying this, I'll just follow Sams instruction in his book. But the second part I'm a little confused about. It's the 1/2 linseed oil and 1/2 tung oil mix with a handful of beeswax melted on a double boiler. Sam says that it needs to be the consistency of heavy cream. I plan on adding the beeswax, melting it and checking the consistency, and if need be add more beeswax until I get the desired result. I suppse my question is, what is the desired result? How thick is "heavy cream"? Has anyone made the second part up and had good results and have a ratio as to how much wax to put in? I'd love to see some pics of the consistency so I can see what I'm aiming for. Also, when I apply it, do I put it on sparingly or am I being quite liberal with the application? Any other tips would be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodbutcher74 Posted October 17, 2017 Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 Go to the grocery store and but a small carton of whipping cream.That's heavy cream. As far as how to apply I have no experience and can't help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted October 17, 2017 Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 You can be as liberal as you want with the first formula because you'll be wiping off the excess. But with the beeswax formula I'd tread lightly...too much wax can be a nightmare to clean up and buff out. I'd apply sparingly in several coats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barron Posted October 17, 2017 Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 Or just get Tried and True oil wax mixture and save yourself the need to mix and heat. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown craftsman Posted October 18, 2017 Report Share Posted October 18, 2017 Oh geez Andy your over thinking it. Just add some wax in there you can't go wrong most of it will be buffed out anyways. Sam wasn't specific so don't try to be. Are you going to post your Chair when your done. I'd like to see it. Aj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyG Posted October 20, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2017 Thanks for the replies. Yes, I do overthink things when in reality it's pretty straight forward. Just thought there may have been some tips that may have helped. I'll mix some up when I'm ready and test it on a few boards. I'll post a pic when it's done, but here is where I'm up to now. I still have lots to do, but it's getting there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkinneb Posted October 20, 2017 Report Share Posted October 20, 2017 Looks great Andy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronn W Posted October 20, 2017 Report Share Posted October 20, 2017 That's gonna be a great chair. Can't wait to see the finish on it. I Like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted October 20, 2017 Report Share Posted October 20, 2017 I'm a fan of overthinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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