I have a question about finishing that I’m hoping someone can help me with. I live in Florida and I’m going to make a small live edge bench that will live outside by our front door. The area does not get much sun and is somewhat sheltered from the rain but, this is Florida. The wood that I purchased, according to the guy who sold it to me, is called Samae. I never heard of it, and can’t find much about it on the Internet so I may have gotten the name wrong but, anyway, it is a tropical/subtropical hardwood. The salesman, who was very knowledgeable suggested that I finish the bench with either Tung Oil or Teak Oil. He said he uses whatever is cheapest and cuts it with Mineral Spirits for faster drying especially in our humid climate. He re-oils when the piece appears to be drying out.
I normally use poly on my indoor projects and the only oil finish I’ve ever used is Watco Danish Oil. I’ve done some research on the Internet and I’m a bit confused about what I should use. About the only things I’ve learned is that Teak Oil has UV protection, so that’s a plus, and that Teak Oil and Teak Oil Finish are different. One last thing, I’d prefer a satin finish. If that can’t be done with oils (I really don’t know) I could live with semi-gloss, not gloss.
Can anyone suggest the best finish to use for this outdoor bench?
As always, I appreciate your help.
I normally use poly on my indoor projects and the only oil finish I’ve ever used is Watco Danish Oil. I’ve done some research on the Internet and I’m a bit confused about what I should use. About the only things I’ve learned is that Teak Oil has UV protection, so that’s a plus, and that Teak Oil and Teak Oil Finish are different. One last thing, I’d prefer a satin finish. If that can’t be done with oils (I really don’t know) I could live with semi-gloss, not gloss.
Can anyone suggest the best finish to use for this outdoor bench?
As always, I appreciate your help.
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