WIPE-ON FINISHES When applying wipe-on type products, we recommend using lint-free cotton or Rockler's high-quality Cheese Cloth. |
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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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. |
General Finishes Danish Oil
CHARACTERISTICS & QUALITIES: High linseed oil content penetrates deeply into wood. Tried-and-true and easy to use. APPEARANCE: Flat sheen with "open pore" appearance. DURABILITY & USAGE: Fair durability. Use on indoor furniture and decorative items. Requires reapplication over time. |
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. |
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 |
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 |
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 |