Debunking Hardwax Oil Wood Finishes

A battle of the internet's most popular wood finishes, hard wax oils.

Suman's video - He's lazy and hasn't finished filming yet (coming soon)

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[epgui]

I am a biochemist, and for what it's worth, I am impressed at the way you handled the complex conversation around VOCs. I love seeing people acknowledge risks and uncertainty, and I do appreciate the pragmatic take.

[coreySLC]

First time visitor here and I must say, well done! Coming from an automotive paint background I agree with your recommendation for using a respirator. The thing most people don’t realize is that if they have been using these products for a long period of time they have probably become desensitized to any odor they emit so they don’t smell anything. Pay attention when visitors come into your space and comment how much it stinks! Wear a respirator!

[WoodcraftBySuman]

Sorry I passed out from the fumes during testing. My video is almost done 😂

[TheKallipugos]

I rarely comment on any YT videos, but this series that you’ve been doing on finishes has been fantastic. I know you put a lot of focus on video performance analytics as to which videos you leave on the channel, but all of your finish test videos are better than any others out there.

[DavidB-tjrj]

I consider myself a hobby woodworker but have sold about 10 pieces of furniture to friends and family and I have used all but 2 of the products you listed and have settled on Osmo. And per your comment on how we have fooled ourselves into believing we like dull finishes I have been using the glossy osmo 3011. I came to this conclusion myself after showing test boards to friends and family and the few clients I build for and ALL of them picked either the 3011 or conversion varnish. I must admit I have moved back to spraying finishes on large projects and table tops as the water based conversion varnishes are now very good and it is ultimately faster. I know people are going to say “film finishes are not repairable “ but for me, a guy who builds mostly mission furniture out of dye stained QS W. Oak, if you have a finish failure your repair process is complicated no matter the finish.

[crmyersdesigns]

This is great information for all new woodworkers to watch (and honestly a lot of veteran wood workers too). It's a very dangerous hobby/profession that can be amazingly fulfilling when handled appropriately and safely. It's a great reminder that the risks are not just with the blade aspect but the chemicals we use and the byproducts around. So thanks for shedding this light, and hopefully it encourages other woodworking influencers to lead by example and educate while entertaining.

[WorgenDeath]

I don't even do any woodworking myself but watching someone talk about something they are passionate about is always fun and interesting.

[marcksavoievoyer]

As always, great video with the right touch of fun and keeping the topic interesting! Really like your channel!

[klenkam]

I've always liked the look of a couple coats of 100% Tung oil followed by a beeswax buffed in. Not as quick as an all in one can, but also quite cheap.

[NaturaOnecoat]

Hi Jon, it is extremely valuable for manufacturers like us to understand the market needs and expectations. Thank you for preparing this video. Nevertheless, we would be more than happy to send our products for your review.

[raymondgouin]

Very slick and informative presentation. As a 'noob' WRT to these finishes, I feel much more informed not about these hardwax oils, but also side bar information about finishes in general. Merci beaucoup

[amdsixtyfour]

SO grateful for this video. between this and the sandpaper tests alone you've already contributed so much to this community, appreciate you sir

[itsciwi]

Fantastic video as usual! Glad to see a ceramics video is on the way. If it's not too late, I'm super curious to see woodworking ceramic coatings up against a typical automotive ceramic coating.

[jimdavis]

Thank you for putting in the effort into these types of videos! I really appreciate the clarity this brings with all of these hard wax/oil finishes!! Upon closer look I recognized the logo on the ceramic coating used on sample #4, I am looking forward to that video!!

[squifty]

I don't often find myself anxiously awaiting a youtube video, but I am anxiously awaiting your ceramic coat review video. I feel embarrassed that I've never heard of this before watching your video today, but I'm impressed by just your brief demonstration. It looks durable and beautiful.

[michaelmennuti]

I probably only finish three or four pieces of furniture a year, but this has convinced me I should get a respirator, since I do mostly use Osmo.

[stevekress]

This is life changing. I have been using satin poly all my life. This is like walking out of the barn and into the sun (with sunscreen). Your thoroughness in testing would make the FDA jealous.

[tabitha]

Love your build and finish videos! After many years I’ve just started paying much more attention to this. While I’ve settled on the look and feel of pure bees wax for finishing most of what I’ve been doing, I’ve been looking into more options. Thank you for this

[malyous]

Wait.. what was the finish used on the #1 piece at 17:43? I actually liked that one better than #4. Also, can't wait for the ceramics video.. Thanks for the great content as always!

[silvorus]

I chose #2 actually. I have a question about the wipe test. What does it take to repair that wipe damage?