My Favorite Wood Finish - All Natural, Quick and Easy.

I've been a big fan of shellac since I started wood working, but my favorite wood finish leaves shellac floundering in the dust. It's not only easier to apply, but it's more durable, feels better to the touch, and doesn't take more than 2 coats (usually) to be complete.

In this video I'll explain what Osmo Polyx is, why I love it, and best application practices. Give it a try and I think it might become your new favorite wood finish too!

*THIS VIDEO IS NOT SPONSORED BY OSMO*

#woodfinish #theresgoodworkinthemaking #woodworking

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[acidxero]

I've never heard of this stuff before, but it looks pretty amazing. I'm still taken aback by the brilliance of using a marking gauge to cut tape.. woodworking videos on YouTube are so often full of tips and tricks, 90% of which are all the same, so it's nice to reliably find new and creative things like that on here that I just don't see anywhere else. Awesome. I'm eager to try this stuff out. (both the finish, and the tape trick tbh)

[brwinks]

Hi, I am a qualified French Polisher and have just been introduced to Osmo Polyx Wax and asked to try it on behalf of a new distributor. I have been studying the brochure and doing some research to be able to decide which of their products I would most like to use, They will sponsor me a free tin. After watching this video I have decided on 3043 Clear Satin. After watching how easy it is to work with, I am quite excited. Let's face it, shellac is difficult to work with, especially fadding up. I am also impressed with your jig to align sanding discs, and with your blessing would like to make one for myself. Very informative, thanks.

[lucym]

I like Osmo too, and I can see why you love it. As you say it's impossible to screw up. I don't want to be unkind but we can't say the same about poly looking at your sample. You must have the same technique applying it as attaching the sandpaper to the sander.

I want to clarify some points, because they can confuse people with no experience.

- If you apply a good poly very diluted wiping it off immediately, you'll achieve a more similar look and feel, and the comparison will be fairer. My results have nothing to do with yours.
Also a matt or satin finish, or polishing it with a fine abrasive pad could help.

- The sound of the shellac... you can again polish it in a way you'll achieve a very smooth surface.
And you can repair certain spots with shellac or apply new coats without removing it and it will blend. That's one of the well known advantages in restoration in general, and luthiery in particular.

Applying something in a very different and careless way and expecting it's comparable to a wipe on / wipe off finish is not realistic. Maybe you have to do more work and experimentation but you can achieve great results with any finish. And then of course you'll see the difference due to the formulation of each one and you'll have your preferences. But it's more about your work and not all about the finish itself.

[UncleJoe]

I've been using it for about 6 months now & I agree, its the

[zoltan]

In somebody’s test video in the comment section an Osmo representative commented that you need to brush 2 coats then light sanding and 2-3 coats Osmo wiped on makes the maximum prevention against liquids and wear.

[andrewbrown]

I've never tried Osmo, but now I'm going to have to. I've heard Spagnuolo talk about it for quite some time, but never saw a review like yours. Thanks much~!

[simoncapizzi]

Anybody else's head explode when he attached his paper to his sander?

[brantlers]

That random orbital sander disc installation jig blew my mind.

[drfutato]

Thank you! Aside from the message of this video, the production quality was outstanding. The script, your voice, the camera angles, the demonstrations, everything was so professional. I’m subscribing...

[sofiatrincao]

Thanks a lot! You should be sponserd by Osmo, because they do everything in german! I used Osmo "lasur" and I liked it very much, but your video is fundamental for me now chosing this option for my pine tree floor!

[joep]

the tape marking trip was worth hitting subscribe ! looking forward to the rest of your vids.

[JuicytheNatty]

If it’s anything Rick and Morty related, I’m down! Great vids dude!

[rattlejake]

WORTH IT FOR THE MASKING TAPE TRICK ! ! !

[jacplacek]

Great video. Well made! Hats off to you.

[WhiteLabWorkshop]

Thanks for the great review! I’ll have to give this stuff a shot at the next opportunity.

[edhanna]

Thanks for this video, looking forward to try it

[sumosprojects]

G’day mate, I’m going to order some of this from a small business in Queensland as it looks like good stuff, cheers from DownUnder 🍻👍

[Scotty]

Would you use this for a dining table (with young children) that is going to take some abuse? Also do you need to use any special cleaning products. Thanks for the video

[youtubechannel]

I’m sold 👏🏻 thanks for the vid well done!

[lebronzejames]

i really cant tell the diffrence... the only finish im using is osmo. i never tried anything else. watching this video, , im thinking about trying something else just because i didnt see any diffrence between the osmo and the shellac. maybe rubio monocoat will be way better? i dont know. all i know is, i want the best finish for my clients. great video.