Barrette stick finishing

[UKRay]

Brent,

Thanks for the suggestion, but I can't find Minwax anywhere in the UK - does anyone know what the UK brand name might be?

iwannabeacowboy,

I tried a couple of those exterior finishes and wasn't too impressed. They seemed to take a long time to apply and dry and I need something that is very quick and easy so the job remains cost effective.

Ed,

I completely agree about the Fiebing's spirit dyes. USMC Black gives very good results. I'll take your advice and try some spray Neat-Lac on the next batch and see what happens. Although I'm keen to try anything that makes a better job, I have to say that Skidmore's Restoration Cream is pretty impressive stuff and will take some beating. It dries hard and just needs a quick polish to bring up a nice finish. I tried it on another woodworking job today (a picture frame) and that looks great too.

Ray

[AZ09]

Brent,

Thanks for the suggestion, but I can't find Minwax anywhere in the UK - does anyone know what the UK brand name might be?

iwannabeacowboy,

I tried a couple of those exterior finishes and wasn't too impressed. They seemed to take a long time to apply and dry and I need something that is very quick and easy so the job remains cost effective.

Ed,

I completely agree about the Fiebing's spirit dyes. USMC Black gives very good results. I'll take your advice and try some spray Neat-Lac on the next batch and see what happens. Although I'm keen to try anything that makes a better job, I have to say that Skidmore's Restoration Cream is pretty impressive stuff and will take some beating. It dries hard and just needs a quick polish to bring up a nice finish. I tried it on another woodworking job today (a picture frame) and that looks great too.

Ray

Hi Ray.

Minwax owns Ronseal in UK

www.ronseal.co.uk/

They offer several Varnish products and woodstain products

Tal~