I'm considering cocobola as the wood of choice for some ice cream scoops. What would be the best finish(s) for the wood in this application?
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ice cream finish
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john lucas
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I use lacquer on mine but think a wipe on poly might hold up longer.
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Liberon Finishing Oil
I like a tung oil based finish. It's easy to apply, does not chip/crack and is easy to restore if there is damage to the handle. - John
I like a tung oil based finish. It's easy to apply, does not chip/crack and is easy to restore if there is damage to the handle. - John
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Mahoney's has worked fine for me.
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I have used various oil and varnish finishes and my preference is now oil. However, let the type of wood as well as intended use help dictate the decision.