JaceUnicorn Posted July 6, 2020 Report Share Posted July 6, 2020 Table i scored a gorgeous oak table from a friend and the top was really dried out and sad. I applied two coats of danish oil yesterday, following the directions on the van which I now realize was a bad choice. Most of the table is ok, but there are some tacky spots. I’ve read I can use olive oil to help it rub in a bit? Or should I just give it a couple more days and then put a top coat of sorts on it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post wtnhighlander Posted July 6, 2020 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 6, 2020 Don't use olive oil. It is NOT a drying oil for furniture finish. Danish oils is a blend of solvent, drying oil, and varnish. Just be sure to wipe away any excess, and let the remainder cure for a couple of days. If there are tacky spots, but no 'puddles', use rag dampened with mineral spirits to remove the tacky material. Let it dry to the touch, and evaluate. If it seems blotchy or uneven, I find that wetting the surface with more danish oil, and sanding it thoroughly with 400 grit while wet, is pretty good for blending it into a smooth layer. Remember to wipe away the excess before it starts to tack up. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted July 6, 2020 Report Share Posted July 6, 2020 Olive oil will just attract gunk & eventually start to stink once it goes rancid. Use drying oils only, despite what innumerable, useless youtube & home hints sites will tell you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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