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Mission Finishes on QS White Oak, options?
Hi,
I am considering options on Mission finishes for QS white oak. I have been using a Jeff Jewitt process for many years but am open to trying something new on this bookcase I am long over due to give as a Christmas gift to a cousin. Looking for something not dark, more caramel in colour.
Take care, Jim
Re: Mission Finishes on QS White Oak, options?
No help choosing a finish, but that piece is beautiful!
You must post pics when you finish it!
Re: Mission Finishes on QS White Oak, options?
Looking good, Jim.
I am definitely not an expert on Mission furniture. My understanding, however, is that fuming was a traditional method of finishing the wood, and that this could allow you to dial in the depth of colour.
Regards from Perth
Derek
Re: Mission Finishes on QS White Oak, options?
Jim, That looks great.Hope all is well. I'd fume it with ammonia and then wipe on a varnish like Waterlox.
Re: Mission Finishes on QS White Oak, options?
Thanks Andy,
I had forgotten that process, your cabinet looks amazing, thanks for the post
Take care, Jim
Re: Mission Finishes on QS White Oak, options?
A light oak stain or dye followed by a couple coats of oil based polyurethane should do it.
Paul in Hunt Valley , MD