On Jul 12, 12:29*am, RicodJour wrote:
On Jul 12, 12:23*am, Robatoy wrote:

On Jul 12, 12:18*am, Robatoy wrote:

Soaking a small diameter piece like that in Downy (Use a capped PVC
tube) works very well. Reusable too. No heat.

Forgot to mention to dilute with distilled water. Some wood will
discolour.

I'd be concerned that the soap would interfere with paint/stain (gag)/
whatever finishing of the piece.

R

Regular cat lacquer worked alright. After a thorough drying, some
sanding and a coat of sanding sealer. Didn't try stain.