Not sure if this helps but cuprinol do various treatments that are white spirit based (decorative wood presserver, decking oil, etc) - these are generally aimed at the trade (- ie dont go to B&Q) - I've just used some of it on my guarden gate, good stuff kills all plants, vermin and cats!! and the finish is what I wood describe as one that shows of the wood, not one of those cheap B&Q gimmicky ones - you know - the ones come with those TV adverts and look like you've speared your fence with excrement. (if only I could spell)

Anyway what are you doing buying wooden furniture, your local builders merchants got a find select of wood and power tools to make your own!

Best regards

Cameron Taylor