on Thu, 31 May 2018 03:54:33 -0400 typed in
rec.woodworking the following:
On Wed, 30 May 2018 21:42:07 -0700 (PDT), Michael
wrote:

On Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 9:36:06 PM UTC-5, pyotr filipivich wrote:
Looking for some "toddler safe" finishes for some wood working. By
"toddler safe" I don't mean that this is safe for a kid to apply, but
is not going to be toxic if a kid sticks the finished piece in his
mouth. Or chews on it, or any of the things which small children do
to explore their world.
E.G., lead based paint is obviously straight off.

tschus
pyotr

Shellac and bees wax.


Perhaps use a food-safe finish that is OK for
wooden bowls and wooden serving spoons ..
walnut oil
http://www.leevalley.com/en/Wood/pag...at=1,190,42942
tung oil
http://www.leevalley.com/en/Wood/pag...at=1,190,42942

read the "Tech" and "Inst" links that are embedded in the web
page near the prices.

You don't state what you're finishing ..

Ummm - I don't know yet. She Who Makes These Plans hasn't given
me a complete list. I'm not sure it these are "playing peices", peg
people markers or something else.
But I thought I ought to plan ahead.

I've made folk toys and just
left them unfinished. The very minor wear & tear makes them
look natural and well loved.
John T.

--
pyotr filipivich
Next month's Panel: Graft - Boon or blessing?