On 6/2/2017 12:14 PM, Steve wrote:
Great info, folks. thank you very much. I think I'm going to give the TopCote a try-- the non-transferring and slicker nature does appeal to me out of both options.

Wax aside, I'm a little surprised there are no new products out there for people, but as a number of you mentioned, 'why mess with a good thing?'

No issues with VOC changes for anyone, either-- that's a good thing too.

I'll repost in a few months or so to let you know how it went, after a while. If I can find a coupon, I'll donate the savings to the baby caranuba efforts. The seal's on his own, though!



I previously read about a product called "Penetrol" which is a paint
additive you can find at the Big Orange Box for about $10 or less a
quart. Comes in a can like Mineral Spirits.

I had some minor rusting on a saw top that got away from me when it was
stored in an unheated portion of the garage and after I cleaned it up
with the usual means, I applied a liberal coat of Penetrol, let it dry,
and buffed it off. Smooth, slick surface and no further worries.

The other products work well too but this seems more cost effective.
I've put it on ALL my cast iron, the majority of which resides in a
heated and air-conditioned shop.