bit of wax on oak?

[Smeeagain]

So I'm not so much of a woodworker, but I tinker.

I've made a drinks coaster. So yes its just a square of wood 20mm thick, but I've hand decorated with a pyrography pen and I'm happy with the result. Some self adhesive on the base and it looks quite smart.

I'm thinking as a coaster it needs (or doesn't?) some kind of protection? I was goign to apply some wax over the top surface. So my questions are

Is that the right thing to do (to protect from rings from cusp etc) - maybe it wont make any difference?

If I apply the wax do I then simply buff by hand or do I use a buffing wheel on a bench grinder that I have ?

thanks,

Smee

[nickw]

Wax is not a durable finish, and not suitable for use under e.g. hot cups. Hardwax oil (e.g. Osmo Polyx) would be a better bet. Do read the instructions about disposal of rags, and do apply 2-3 coats as thinly as you possibly can with a rag, allowing to dry between coats, and light sanding with p180 or finer, between coats.

[nickw]

Wax is not a durable finish, and not suitable for use under e.g. hot cups. Hardwax oil (e.g. Osmo Polyx) would be a better bet. Do read the instructions about disposal of rags, and do apply 2-3 coats as thinly as you possibly can with a rag, allowing to dry between coats, and light sanding with p180 or finer, between coats.

[Smeeagain]

thank you.

When I google Osmo polyx hardwax oil I get a lot of Osmo variants - is the difference simply the finish (ie matt, satin etc) - I guess what Im asking is is there a right or wrong one to buy (aside of matt satin etc)
https://www.google.co.uk/webhp?sourceid ... ardwax+oil


On oak its going to raise the grain isnt it - hence the rubbing back?

Lastly you say apply as thin as possible - should I be thinnning it with something?

Smee

[promhandicam]

Just go for Osmo 3032 original or 3232 quick drying, apply with a brush and then aftera mminute or two wipe off with paper towel until surface is touch dry. When fully dry light rub down to denib and repeat.

[Smeeagain]

thats great, thanks

Smee

[Smeeagain]

ok so this worked a treat, thanks. Looks nice

Can I apply wax on top if I want to - just a personal thing but I like the wax finish

Cheers

Smee

[promhandicam]

Yes you can use wax on top of Osmo.

[Smeeagain]

Thanks. I went ahead and tried and am quite happy with it

cheers

Smee