woodworking bench finishes
What kind of finish would you recommend for a workbench top made of softwood? – robert montana. rob johnstone: i would recommend a drying oil finish — something like a watco danish oil. let it cure completely. it puts a thin protective film down that will help keep glue, paint and other gunk from sticking to the workbench top.. Benches don't really need a finish. i did an oil-varnish blend on a previous bench and, while it didn't make things slippery, it was time that could certainly have been better spent. if you have some leftover finish that needs using up or if you want to use part of your bench to experiment with a finishing technique, go for it.. When working with a softwood workbench top, such as plywood, many woodworkers find it important to add a finish to the workbench so it is easier to clean as well as help the plywood last longer. since plywood is a softwood, it is much easier for liquid, oils, and other residue to get into the wood and cause damage..
woodworking bench finishes
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