Wood varnish satin low sheen

[rideforever]

Hi, I need to sand down the top of one of those Ikea tables which are made of 1" cubes of wood glued together.
What kind of varnish is good to use that doesn't look like a thick shiny glaze?
I did try using linseed but ... over time it dissipates and staining occurs, so I would prefer a different finish but one that is subtle.
Can anyone recommend something ?
Thanks

 

[Why Not Indeed]

I've used Polyvine Dead Flat on some oak veneered doors and it's nice. No type of varnish will not look "thick" if you use too many coats of it, however.

 

[opps]

Have you considered Osmo Polyx Oil

https://osmouk.com/product/polyx-oil-original/

I use it for doors, floors, worktops, etc. When it starts to wear down, you just apply another coat. When varnish wears down, you have to sand the whole lot back. Another advantage is that you will not have any brush marks. You can apply it by brush, roller or rag and then wipe away any excess.

 

[Captain Nemesis]

Deffo oil rather than varnish.

https://houseofworktops.co.uk/blog/2020/04/how-to-choose-the-best-wood-worktop-oil/

 

[opps]

Deffo oil rather than varnish.

https://houseofworktops.co.uk/blog/2020/04/how-to-choose-the-best-wood-worktop-oil/

That was an informative link. Tnx

 

[rideforever]

Have you considered Osmo Polyx Oil

https://osmouk.com/product/polyx-oil-original/

I use it for doors, floors, worktops, etc. When it starts to wear down, you just apply another coat. When varnish wears down, you have to sand the whole lot back. Another advantage is that you will not have any brush marks. You can apply it by brush, roller or rag and then wipe away any excess.

Thanks man, I got 350ml of the satin Osmo oil and it looks good. Put 4 coats on over 2 days, 2 days to dry ... very happy with it, only issue was if putting on too much it can collect in low bumps that need to be rubbed off before the next coat. Photo