stock finishing question

1chig · September 18, 2010, 02:55 PM

i was wandering if teak oil is a good stock finish and if it is what is generally the way you apply it? It will be going on a walnut stock, it has been stripped and is ready to go with a finish.

Scorch · September 19, 2010, 04:34 AM

Not all "teak oil" is created equal. Many so-called "teak oil" finishes are really polyurethane finishes that are formulated to look and protect like teak oil. Real teak oil is a good water barrier, as noted by the fact that it is used on boat decks and railings, and reapplying the finish only requires light sanding then apply over the old finish. The poly finishes also offer good water protection, but to recoat the wood after it has been coated, you have to strip then reapply.

As far as a gun finish, teak oil looks very nice, but make sure to wax over it as it does soften and stain when it comes in contact with solvents.

September 18, 2010, 02:55 PM	#1
1chig Senior Member Join Date: October 31, 2009 Location: central missouri Posts: 246	stock finishing question i was wandering if teak oil is a good stock finish and if it is what is generally the way you apply it? It will be going on a walnut stock, it has been stripped and is ready to go with a finish. __________________ those who anger you are those who control you!!!!

September 19, 2010, 04:34 AM	#2
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	Not all "teak oil" is created equal. Many so-called "teak oil" finishes are really polyurethane finishes that are formulated to look and protect like teak oil. Real teak oil is a good water barrier, as noted by the fact that it is used on boat decks and railings, and reapplying the finish only requires light sanding then apply over the old finish. The poly finishes also offer good water protection, but to recoat the wood after it has been coated, you have to strip then reapply. As far as a gun finish, teak oil looks very nice, but make sure to wax over it as it does soften and stain when it comes in contact with solvents. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services