How are they finished?
The pieces are sanded down to 220 grit and sealed with linseed oil. Then various sections may be stained with either red mahogany or walnut, depending on the effect to be achieved. All are sprayed with a thin coat of satin lacquer, allowed to dry, then hand rubbed with a paste wax applied with 400 grit wet/dry sandpaper, and buffed with a soft cloth. This old-time process is called “elbow grease” and it is the only way to get a fine, durable finish on wood. The process seals the pores of the wood and provides a long lasting sheen. I dont know why you would, but you could sit your sweaty beer glass on the wood and it would leave no stain.
