The Blanchon oil arrived last week from Peak Oak and I painted a small patch to see what impact it has on the colour of the oak. Just as planned. It is the natural finish, but it did look dark when I painted it on. It takes 6 hours to dry. It hasn’t really lighten up very much as it has dried, so I am in two minds about it. Even leaving it to dry for 3 days hasn’t made that much difference.
I would like to get the oak sealed before the plasterers start any work. Otherwise, there is a chance that we will get plaster (and/or paint) on the oak and it will be very difficult to get off.
The architect is on site tomorrow, so I will seek some guidance before doing anything else.