WIPE-ON FINISHES
When applying wipe-on type products, we recommend using
lint-free cotton or Rockler's high-quality Cheese Cloth.
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 Rockler's
Poly Gel Finish
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: Easy to apply. Simply wipe on. For a drip
proof, run proof and uniform finish.
APPEARANCE: Satin sheen increases with the number of
coats. Won't fade.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good to very good durability.
Suggested for use on chairs, dressers, and chests. Also ideal
for use on molding and woodwork. |
Rockler
Shellac Kits
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: It dries very fast and gives you a nice
appearance.
APPEARANCE: Best for matching antique finishes. Tinted
for different wood tones.
DURABILITY & USAGE: It is not completely water resistant,
and it can be brittle. |
Rockler's
WunderCote Finish
CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: Easy to apply. Simply wipe on.
Requires less sanding. Fast dry time.
APPEARANCE: Slight amber cast to it so it looks more like
a varnish finish. Available in gloss and semi-gloss.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good to very good durability.
Suggested for use on furniture and table tops. |
Sam Maloof's
Poly/Oil by Rockler
 CHARACTERISTICS &
QUALITIES: Gives a very professional looking, handsome
finish yet is relatively easy to use.
APPEARANCE: When used alone, you'll get a satin to
semi-gloss finish with good chatoyance. Adds warmth to natural
wood color.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good durability. World-renowned
furniture maker Sam Maloof uses this in combination with the Sam
Maloof Oil/Wax (see below) for his museum-quality tables,
rocking chairs, and other furniture.
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Sam Maloof's
Oil/Wax by Rockler
CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: This oils-and- beeswax formula
is made to be used in conjunction with Sam Maloof's Poly/Oil
finish.
APPEARANCE: Use after applying Sam Maloof's Poly/Oil
finish to increase chatoyance and give a rich, semi-gloss
appearance.
DURABILITY & USAGE: See above. Oil/Wax formula is
recommended for use on furniture that won't be exposed to
excessive heat or moisture. |
Arm-R-Seal by
General Finishes
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: Deeply penetrates wood and builds to a highly
protective finish.
APPEARANCE: Available in satin, semi-gloss, or gloss.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Excellent. Our most durable wipe-on
finish due to the high polyurethane content. Great for kitchen
tables and other pieces that need to stand up to heat, moisture,
and alcohol. |
Minwax
Antique Oil Finish
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
Deep penetrating oil blend for a classic hand-rubbed finish.
APPEARANCE: Produces a low gloss sheen with the
recommended 2 - 3 coats.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Intended for use on
interior raw or stained wood surfaces. Additional coats may be
applied occasionally to maintain like-new appearance. |
Minwax Tung
Oil Finish
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
This tung oil blend produces the grain enhancing effect that
tung oil finishes are highly prized for.
APPEARANCE: Satin sheen.
DURABILITY AND USAGE: Good durability on
interior wood projects. Can be applied to raw or stained wood,
or over other Minwax finishes. |
Minwax Wipe On Poly
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
Voted best value in a wipe on finish by Fine Woodworking
Magazine. Combines the beauty of a hand rubbed finish with the
toughness of polyurethane.
APPEARANCE: Satin sheen with very light amber
cast.
DURABILITY AND USAGE: Good to excellent
durability. Easy application and suitable for interior projects
like furniture, molding and trim. |
Butcher Block Oil
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
Safe natural penetrating oil finish for butcher blocks, cutting
boards, wood utensils, salad bowls and other wood surfaces.
APPEARANCE: Grain-enhancing, flat sheen.
DURABILITY & USAGE: A completely natural oil
that meets all FDA requirements for surfaces that contact food.
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General
Finishes EF Extender
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
Specially formulated to for use with General Finishes waterborne
wood finishes. Use to increase the drying time of General
Finishes top coat finishes.
APPEARANCE: Does not affect the final
appearance of the finish when used as directed.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Use EF Extender in hot,
dry weather to enhance the leveling properties of GF top coats,
or whenever extended drying time is desired. |
General
Finishes Nordic Oil
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: Formulated of pure oils, phenolic resins, and
drying agents that go on easily. Non-toxic when dry, meaning it
can be used on surfaces that will come into contact with food.
APPEARANCE: Flat to satin-sheen finish.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Excellent durability. Water and
abrasion resistant. A good choice for highly burnished turned
surfaces, such as bowls and vases. Also great for walking sticks
and chairs — even table tops. |
Bulls Eye French Polish
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: Premixed
traditional wiping finish includes special lubricating solvent.
Fast drying.
APPEARANCE: Enhances color and grain pattern of bare
wood. Will not amber over time
DURABILITY & USAGE: Ideal for antique refinishing and
restoration. |
Rockler's
100% Pure Tung Oil
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: A 100% natural oil containing no driers or
solvents.
APPEARANCE: Flat to satin-sheen finish.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good to very good. Very
water-resistant. Use on furniture or any wood object where easy
maintenance is desired. |
Woodburst
Chinawood Oil
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: Designed especially for outdoor use, but can be
used indoors as well.
APPEARANCE: Flat to satin sheen.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good to very good durability. Helps
protect wood from elements. Great for use on decks, outdoor
furniture, picnic tables, and backyard play sets.
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General
Finishes Salad Bowl Finish
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: Made to be 100%
safe for use on any wood surface that comes into contact with
food. Varnish/oil blend.
APPEARANCE: Flat to satin sheen.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good durability. Use on salad bowls,
wooden spoons, cutting boards, etc. |
Liberon
Finishing Oil
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: A quick drying,
low odor blend of high quality oils.
APPEARANCE: Produces a very even soft sheen.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Safe for food preparation areas.
Resistant to water, heat, alcohol and food acids. |
Behlen
Woodturner's Finish
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: High gloss wipe on finish designed for small
woodturning projects.
APPEARANCE: Ultra high sheen finish designed for turned
work.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Wipe on bare wood and polish while
your project is still on the lathe for a durable finish.
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General
Finishes Toy Maker's Finishes
 CHARACTERISTICS
& QUALITIES: Safe for use on children's toys and furniture.
Applies easily like an oil, yet looks like a varnish.
APPEARANCE: Flat to satin sheen.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good to very good durability. Use on
bare wood or stained children's furniture and toys.
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BRUSH-ON FINISHES
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General
Finishes PolyAcrylic Blend
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: Very
fast drying and easy to apply. Easy water clean-up.
APPEARANCE: Available in satin, semi-gloss and gloss.
Virtually clear so it adds almost no color to wood.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good to very good. Use on chairs,
dressers, chests, molding and woodwork. |
General
Finishes EF High Performance Waterbase Polyurethane
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
"EF" stands for environmentally friendly! Fast-drying. Easy
water clean-up.
APPEARANCE: Your choice of satin or gloss. Virtually
clear, so it adds almost no color to wood.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Excellent durability. Tough enough
for kitchen/dining room tables. Durable enough even for floors! |
Minwax Polycrylic
Protective Finish
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
Affordable choice for an all-around clear waterborne finish.
APPEARANCE: Water-clear when dry. Available in
satin, semi-gloss and gloss
DURABILITY AND USAGE: Perfect for cabinets,
molding and trim. Can be applied over oil-based and water-based
stain. Recommended for lighter colored woods and stains. |
Rockhard ™ Table Top
Varnish
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES:
A "short-oil" varnish formulated for an extra hard and durable
finish.
APPEARANCE: High-gloss with an amber cast.
DURABILITY AND USAGE: Superior resistance to
moisture, household chemicals and abrasion. Use on table tops or
wherever an extra hard finish is desired. For interior use. |
Zinsser
Bullseye SealCoat
 CHARACTERISTICS &
QUALITIES: A clear, premixed 2
pound cut of de-waxed shellac. Can be applied with either a
brush or lint-free cloth.
APPEARANCE: On raw wood, 2 to 3 coats will
produce a soft velvety sheen. SealCoat is most often used as an
undercoat, however.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Use to seal raw wood in
preparation for a final finish. Makes an excellent sanding
sealer and barrier coat. For interior use. |
General Finishes EF Sanding Sealer
 CHARACTERISTICS &
QUALITIES: This waterborne sealer
sands easily and is designed to seal raw wood, help fill in wood
pores, and build up surfaces in preparation for final finishing.
APPEARANCE: Flat - not intended as a final
finish.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Great for sealing wood
pores prior to final finishing. Stearated for easy sanding and
extra surface build. Easy water clean-up. |
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SPRAY FINISHES
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Zinsser Clear Spray Shellac
 CHARACTERISTICS &
QUALITIES: The classic finish for
furniture and other wood surfaces now in convenient aerosol
form. Safe and non-toxic, this natural finish enhances grain
pattern and produces a soft, deep glow.
APPEARANCE: Soft, velvety sheen after 2 to 3
coats.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Good durability. Best for
small-scale interior projects where a traditional finish is
desired. Also has excellent sealing properties and can be used
as a barrier coat under latex and oil paint. |
General
Finishes PolyAcrylic Blend Satin Aerosol
 CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: Same award winning
formula as GF brush on water-based polyacrylic.
APPEARANCE: Durable, crystal-clear satin finish.
DURABILITY & USAGE: Easy spray-on application. Perfect
for small projects and touch-ups |
