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Default How to Apply the Last Coat of Poly for a Dining Table Top?

Jeff Jewitt described application of Sherwin Williams Fast Dry Oil
Based Varnish using Viva paper towels in FWW a couple of years ago.
The Viva towels are smooth and don't leave a pattern in the finish. A
1:1 mix of varnish and Naptha, flashes off faster, using plastic
squirt jug and wiping on up to 3 coats a day. Use gloss only to avoid
stripes.

On 08 Dec 2006 12:34:32 -0500, DJ Delorie wrote:


Have you considered a wipe-on poly? Try thinning your poly 50/50 and
wiping it on with a lint-free rag or paper towel. The goal is a VERY
thin rubbed-in coat, almost like an oil finish.