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    oak beams in garden- weather protection needed

    The problem that you've got is that anything you put on the surface will bring out the natural appearance of the wood. As Thermo says best to try some Linseed oil (Boiled) on an inconspicuous area first. I'd also recommend you try a sample of a product called Woodshield Clear, a microporous...
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    HELP REQUIRED......Which Finish?????

    In your case I'd definitely agree with Woodyoulike, something like OSMO hardwax Oil would be best. However having done some extensive chemical tests on Hardwax Oils I would express caution. Red wine will mark, bleach removes the surface and 40% alcohol also lifts the colour of the wood...
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    renovating FL&B Oak door

    Because of it's age I would definitely avoid giving the door to a company that specialise in dipping and stripping. The chemicals used are very aggressive and have a tendency of drying the wood out. For a door of this age I'd recommend you carefully hand strip the door yourself using a Methylene...
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    large holes appearing, how to fix?

    It's always going to be difficult to fill the gaps without it being noticed. Symptoms suggestion of cutting and gluing is by far the best way bit also most time consuming. I'd try a silicon filler such as Gapmaster first...you may be lucky and find a shade in the range that comes close...
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    Removing boiled linseed oil from door

    Hi Homeboy I'd recommend a company called Ross-Torations in Paisley, you'll find their details through google. Contact there is Steven Ross All the best Woodfinishes1877
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    Removing boiled linseed oil from door

    I would definitely recommend you try to scrub the door down with White spirit first. Once you've down this you can sand the surface and the colour should return to it's natural state. Linseed oil is deep penetrating so you will need quite a bit of patience. Nitromors will not do very much as...
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