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Thin Boiled Linseed Oil?

I need some advice from some of you more experienced finishers. I am finishing a small project made of some nice straight grained cherry stock and am considering applying a coat of boiled linseed oil, then several coats of super blond shellac. I've never used boiled linseed oil before. i have...
- terry1166
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- Nov 22, 2010
- boiled linseed oil thin
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- Forum: Finishing
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Boiled Linseed or Tung Oil?

Trying to go natural and finish a red oak cigar type box. The grain is stunning and I won't let stain hide it. Much difference in either option? I have both BLO and Tung Oil (low gloss) on hand, but I've never used them except in finish repair. Any ideas in either direction? Thanks!
- maomoonshiner
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- Nov 4, 2008
- boiled linseed oil tung
- Replies: 30
- Forum: Finishing
Boiled Linseed Oil /BLO?

I just completed a Queen Sized Bed using QSRO. I decided After staining that I did not want a shiny finish on it, so I opted for the BLO. I liked how it brought the QS rays out and the soft look to the wood. Here is my Question. 1. How many coats to use? 2. Do I need to top coat the BLO with...
- skysharks
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- Jun 15, 2008
- boiled linseed oil or blo
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Finishing