First thing we did in 2008 when we bought the house was change out all the gold things then the green tops next. I did upcylce the peninsula top in the garage. Put on a piano hinge, mounted to wall at sawhorse level. Great workspace.
No grandkids yes, oldest getting married next week and youngest been trying few years, starting to look at options.
Do have a few fake ones but not sure I can shoehorn them into the maths...
Reading up on OTF and a couple questions.
Do I need to batch mix or will a full recipie store well, with no volatility like used rags?
On initial application, how will I know if the wood 'looks thirsty' for additional application?
For final three coats Mr Google tells me varnish or sometimes...