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Recommend finishing products to me that aren't Minwax (sh.itjust.works)
submitted 1 year ago by captain_aggravated@sh.itjust.works to c/woodworking@lemmy.ca
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Minwax has ruined enough of my projects. I'm looking for recommendations for wood finishing products, particularly stains and wiping varnishes, that actually work, are readily available on the East coast of the United States, and are not manufactured by Sherwin-Williams.

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[–] noodohs@ttrpg.network 2 points 1 year ago

It is a good finish, though, at least if you want something that is incredibly easy to use, nearly impossible to mess up, and that offers decent protection. However, you'll never get a shiny look from it and if you specifically want a film finish, this ain't it. You can find some cheaper alternatives, though not all are made equal.