Woodturning - Finishing with Danish Oil Finish

[@novicereloader]

Best explanation of what Danish Oil actually does that I've found yet. Thanks.

[@davestorr6764]

Brilliant, thanks Kevin. This works really well and the finish is much better than my old finishing oil approach. Top tip, cheers.

[@kevinkrull5483]

Dave Storr Thanks Dave, I'm glad I could be of assistance! And I'm glad you like my technique! Thanks for watching, Kevin

[@MikeWaldt]

Another very informative video Kevin, Danish oil is a really good finish, it takes time to apply it properly....but the end result is well worth it. Take care Mike

[@kevinkrull5483]

Thanks Mike! I use the Danish oil mainly because I can apply it off the lathe and in my house. My garage is unconditioned so I'm usually either working in the freezing cold or sweltering heat! I really want to try your sanding sealer and wax finish; your results are fantastic! Thanks again for watching, Kevin

[@larryrizzo736]

Kevin, Tnx for introducing me to Danish Oil. I believe that it is just what I was looking for. I was a little confused about the times between applications. What I heard was initially apply till dry areas saturated, and wipe off xs. Reapply in 15 min and wipe. Then reapply in 5 min and wipe. Then allow 24 hrs to cure, and repeat if necessary. Can you tell me if I got it right?

[@jeffoldham5040]

Kevin how many coats do you apply before buffing it and the time between coats

[@arturoverde3807]

Good information,thanks,stay safe.

[@AdamWoodturner]

The only concern will be with the fumes that the chemicals expose when burning... I'm not an alchemist by any means but do you think is safe to burn them? Thanks for the video very helpful

[@kevinkrull5483]

Thanks for the question Adam. Yes, I would assume that the fumes would be a concern. I don't know if there is disposal method that is both safe and eco-friendly. Also, you can lay the rags flat on the shop floor in a single layer to dry (cure) and then dispose of them in the garbage. When I started using the finish I did a lot of research on how others disposed of their rags and incinerating and drying were the two preferred methods. If you or anyone else has a better method I'm definitely open to any suggestions!Have a good one, Kevin

[@AdamWoodturner]

Kevin Krull No I don't have a good method, I always wondered about it, but never did my research, I guess we will have to wait for someone else to give us an advice on that field. lol. Just like Robbie I would love to see the video on this piece., Thanks for the Video

[@novicereloader]

Give the MSDS a read (from the watco site). Definitely bad stuff to burn.

[@davestorr6764]

Thanks, out of interest how many coats of Danish Oil do you normally use?

[@kevinkrull5483]

Dave Storr Hey Dave, you can get away with one coat but I normally apply two coats. Rarely I will apply a third if for some reason I see the need. Thanks again and have a good one - Kevin

[@mattbell5602]

Hey, thanks for this video. I just finished finishing a Christmas present for my nephew and this video helped tremendously. Even on red oak, though, the natural Danish oil ended up a good bit darker than I'd expected. Is that the lightest of these finishes, for future reference?

[@kevinkrull5483]

+Matt Bell Hey Matt, glad the video helped! As far as I know, the natural is the lightest for the Danish oil. I don't know of any lighter finishes, even mineral oil and clear poly will darken the wood to some degree. What I have done though, is use candle wax from a white candle. While not exactly a finish, it does offer some protection and doesn't darken the wood at all. Best of luck, Kevin

[@fchasephd]

Hi Kevin, Thanks for the informative video along with your buffing video. Would you consider Walnut oil the same way you do Danish Oil?

[@kevinkrull5483]

Fred Chase Hey thanks Fred! I've never used Walnut oil, but it is a drying oil so I would assume after the oil dries (cures) you'll be able to buff it just like a Danish oil finish. Hope that helps! Have a good one, Kevin

[@Robbiethewoodturner]

my finish of choice nice piece well done did you turn it from wet wood make a video of one please :-) All the best Robbie

[@kevinkrull5483]

Thanks Robbie, and I'm finishing up the video on that piece as I type this!!! :) Hopefully I'll have it up in the next day or two. Yep, it was wet turned.Have a good one, Kevin

[@glennicholson3028]

Another great video. Do you ever use tung oil? If so, what are your thoughts on it? Thanks again.

[@kevinkrull5483]

+Glen Nicholson Hey again Glen! I've never tried pure tung oil, I imagine it would be like most other drying oils and take a long time to cure. Most commercial tung oil you find in the stores is just a tung oil "finish", essentially the same as the Danish oil finish shown in this video. For items that might be handled, I would stick with a oil finish, if not any oil would be fine. Have a good one, Kevin

[@glennicholson3028]

+Kevin Krull Thanks Kevin, glad I found your channel. Loads of great content. Beats watching T.V. any day. :)

[@kevinkrull5483]

+Glen Nicholson Glad to hear!!! :)

[@jeffoldham5040]

Also..lol..how long does it take to cure

[@69Photog]

Hey Kevin, thanks for another great idea. I am guessing that this stuff is not food safe. Or is it? On those I usually us GF salad bowl oil.

[@kevinkrull5483]

Zaftig Buff That is a subject of great debate Charlie. Some will say that it IS food safe when you no longer smell any solvent smell and others will say otherwise. I'll let you decide for yourself. Have a good one... Kevin

[@gary313]

Why toilet paper rather than paper towels?