What finish to use on Silky Oak?..

G'day Gentlemen (and Ladies),

Over the weekend just gone I've (with the help of my mate Sean and Lismore woodworkers) produced a simple book-shelf/desk-shelf (attached picture).. With the aid of some abrassive paper (presumably will only go as fine as '400') a couple of sash clamps and some aquadhere (don't want to use metal fastenings inc. nail/screws) I'll just about have this project complete... But I must finish this ofcourse! My woodwork experience is very limited. Can anyone please offer me as much unspecific, trivial, or detailed advice as possible?

Cheers :U

- Ando

Hi Ando,

Use Rustins Danish Oil. Follow the instructions on the can and enjoy the result.

I will second that using a danish oil. In the past I would have gone with a poly finish but these days I am going for more towards oil.

If you take a look at the can it might give an indication that it is a blend of ingredents one of which might be ploy based to speed up drying. I have not used this one before but have used another brand of Danish oil.

Quite so Christos. Rustin's does not have polyurethane in it, unlike some other brands. You could use pure tung oil, for that matter.