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| | | | Joined: May 2009 Posts: 107 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: May 2009 Posts: 107 | Hi all, What is something neutral I can put on my bed to keep it from drying out more? Easy application... http://i1069.photobucket.com/albums/u462/52Stove/Bed.Issue_zpsrdj1qsem.jpgThanks!
Last edited by 52Stove; 06/11/2015 3:35 PM.
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Steven
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| | | | | Joined: Apr 2014 Posts: 924 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2014 Posts: 924 | I think you're saying 'neutral' there. Here's some natural wood coatings I've used: Pure linseed oil, Tung oil, walnut oil, or mineral oil. All have different viscosities and will dry at different rates.
Or, you can just use some beeswax. Shellac is another option. Without stripping the entire boards, it will be difficult to maintain a consistent finish.
Search for the Mar-K 10-15 year study on this topic. Hope this helps.
Brad
Wrench Fetcher, PhD | | | | | Joined: Apr 2014 Posts: 924 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2014 Posts: 924 | Also, what did you (or PO) have on the wood originally? That is as important to know as how to remedy the issue...
Brad
Wrench Fetcher, PhD | | | | | Joined: May 2009 Posts: 107 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: May 2009 Posts: 107 | Thank you all.
I have no idea what was on it originally.
I am selling it, should I try to keep the bed from drying out or just leave it?.....
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