Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Non-Toxic Wood Finishes

Tried & True Traditional Finishes are made using traditional 18th-century production techniques.  Unlike most finishes being sold they don't contain petroleum distillates, solvents or heavy metal drier additives.  Produced largely from polymerized linseed oil with other natural-product additives, the finishes strictly adhere to the standards established by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and qualify as non-toxic and safe for food-contact surfaces in both their uncured and cured (wet and dry) states.  Types of finishes available include their Original Wood Finish, Danish Oil and Varnish Oil.  I have personally used the Danish Oil and find it to be very effective with a high-yield of coverage.  The company that manufactures the finishes sells them directly via their website but I found the cost to be a little cheaper through the Lee Valley Tools website which is a great place to find lots of things related to woodworking and otherwise.  
 








(image borrowed from http://www.leevalley.com/us/wood/page.aspx?c=&p=45105&cat=1,190,42942)

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