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From: sdo@u1100a.UUCP (Scott Orshan)
Newsgroups: net.rec.wood
Subject: Re: non-toxic wood finish
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Date: Wed, 2-May-84 11:08:14 EDT
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My butcher block table, made by Catskill Craftsmen, came with a
pamphlet answering some common questions.  Here's what they say
about the oil:

"Q - What kind of oil should I use on my table? How often?

A - We recommend the Catskill Craftsmen's "Fair Oil" while many
recommend mineral oil.
    "Fair Oil" is a mixture of FDA approved ingredients of which
the base is highly refined linseed oil with drying agents and wax
added.  These additions as well as the refined oil allow for better
penetration of the wood and faster drying.  The linseed oil
actually hardens within the wood for lasting protection.
    Mineral Oil enhances the color of the wood and gives short term
protection.  However, mineral oil imparts little lasting protection
to your table.  Also, be careful in selecting mineral oil to choose
a non-toxic or FDA approved mineral oil.
    Boiled Linseed Oil is an acceptable oil to use on your table;
however, since it is not highly refined nor does it have drying
agents, it is more difficult to work with than our "Fair Oil".
If excess oil is not wiped off it will leave a tacky surface on the
wood.
    Vegetable Oil - This is as saticfactory to use as mineral oil
and is normally readily available.  However, as mineral oil,
provides only nominal protection for your table.

    If you use "Fair Oil" or other linseed oil based products, the
old adage of once a week for the first month and once a month for
the first year would be proper.  After this point your table will
have developed a rich golden glow.  From our experience we have
found that once a month for the first few months is sufficient.
After this point the wood is totally sealed and needs little
further protection."

		Scott Orshan
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