Finishing question

[RFortier]

Is there a finishing product that does not darken light colored wood, but still brings out the wood's grain? I currently use Danish Oil Natural by WATCO but do not like how it tends to darken maple and ash, although I really like how it finishes walnut and other darker woods. I read the thread about lemon oil. Does it tend to darken light wood also? I always use the WATCO poly spray as a final finish. Thanks for your help

Ray F

[dgman]

Hey Ray, Any oil will change or darken the color and grain. You will have to try a water based finish, but they will not bring out the grain like an oil will.

[crusty59]

I use a waterbased  finish called Polycrylic. I get it at Lowes. It doesn't really darken the woods, but puts a nice finish

[KYCustomScroller]

I have been using Steve's techniques  & it seems to be working out great With Lemon oil the spraying a coat of clear on them

[jimbo]

Use sanding sealer not the water base, sand it lightly with a fine grit paper and put your danish over the top for a harder finish
Jimbo

[NJ Phil]

Have a question.
 When using lemon oil, should I glue base on before or
after applying oil?
Thanks,
 Phil

[tux_linux]

before, glue won't stick when the wood it is oiled.

regards
Torsten