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Topic: Sealer for Antique Crates

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  • Started 9 months ago by jjoblumer
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    jjoblumer
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    Hello,

    I have two large antique crates I've repurposed into a bookshelf and a tv stand. One is stained.

    My understanding is that I should seal/protect the wood. I don't want anything shiny though, and I can't seem to find a decent matte finish that doesn't leave a "foggy" residue. I thought satin was still fairly shiny after I tested it out, and I rather preserve the natural aged beauty of the wood if possible.

    Any suggestions? Should I seal it? What do you recommend?

    Posted 9 months ago #
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    copperhead
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    penetrating resin - I don't even know if they still make it - maybe boiled linseed oil - wipe it on and then wipe it off.

    Posted 9 months ago #
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    dianeinthevalley
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    Wax.

    Posted 9 months ago #
  4. Ki

    Ki
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    I know my friend Cammie swears by Minwax polyurethane in the non glossy finish. She uses it on all her wood products. It does sometimes darken the color, however.
    Ki

    Posted 9 months ago #
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    jjoblumer
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    Thanks!!

    Posted 9 months ago #

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