Tea/Coffee

[beganasatree]

Hi folk,
I have been asked by my sister to make some tree slice coasters (branch).I have some Laburnum that I could cut and use for this,but I am unsure of what is the most suitable finish to use for this as they will have to take the heat from a tea/coffee cup.ANY SUGGESTIONS PLEASE

Peter.

 

[gregmcateer]

I've not made any, but Danish oil on our oak worktop is easily up to hot drinks, (plus it can be reapplied if required over time). It will darken the wood somewhat.

If you prefer a 'barrier' type approach, I'm pretty sure Chestnut Finishes do a melamine / such like that can even be used inside liquid holding vessels.

 

[ED65]

An interior varnish should do the job fine. Although you can check your tins to see if there's specific reassurance about heat or water resistance most varnishes will hold up to this level of either (or both). Since this is end grain you may want to apply a few more coats than normal.

 

[MusicMan]

Fiddes Hardware Oil is very resistant to coffee/tea/alcohol. I used it on a yew desk for my son (see Projects) and after four years solid use it is unmarked. And he is rarely without one of the above on his desk!

Keith

 

[beganasatree]

Hi All,
Thanks for your replies ,I will have to ask her what kind of finish she wants matt or gloss.

Peter.

 

[woodenstx]

I've been impressed with the osmo polyX semi Matt stuff on our dining table taking hot cups and red wine etc

 

[Stu_2]

+1 for Osmo Poly X. Excellent stuff. Pretty sure Peter Parfitt did a video on it.

 

[DiscoStu]

Also love poly X!


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