Odie's Oil Long Term Review - Plus, How to Rescue a Bad Application!

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6 months ago I applied Odie's oil to one of my coffee tables and today we're going to talk about how it holding up. Also, I'll show you how to rescue a bad coat of Odies with a simple trick. Then I'll give you my overall impressions of the product and how I like it.
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@TechTraction 2 жыл бұрын

FYI: Just got some Oddie's Oil. According to the included instructions, you have to wait 2 to 3 DAYS before using the finished product. You have to wait 2 to 3 WEEKS before letting any liquid on the finished product. Big difference depending on your intended use.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Well if I'm using it for a coffee table I'm not going to start using it daily until its liquid safe

@MrTapanes Жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds Not everyone is using this on coffee tables. The difference of 2-3 days and 2-3 weeks is huge. Seems like a very important distinction to make in this video if you want to seem impartial.

@aquiamorgan2416 Жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds certainly not, but I just recently used it for a bookshelf (an absolutely stunning antique mahogany, the odies oil just made it 🤌), so the waterproof wait period is was not really necessary, you know? And I probably could have stood to wait two weeks before bringing my project before that one inside. That Minwax poly-stain was ready to go in 6 hours, sure, but damn it stank to high heaven for weeks. 😆

@Bawb2002 3 ай бұрын

I use odies a lot. It's water resistant almost immediately after application. The only reason I keep the project outside of the house before use to let it off gas. It's a great product and hard to mess up. But definitely use a Terry cloth to remove it.

@Cwyrm 10 ай бұрын

if you're looking to use Odie's oil for a completely smooth finish, what you need to do is use their wood butter or wax as a secondary coat after using the main Odie's oil finish. Those will fill the surface pores and harden up with the odie's oil undercoat really really nicely, giving you that easy-to-clean finish that is totally smooth.

@IfYouWantMetallica 10 ай бұрын

I am just about to start my project. After oiling my table I can put the wax on after it dried? Thank you for your answer

@Kadesix89 2 жыл бұрын

We have used Odie's oil for the last 3 years on all of our table top products and have loved the finish. Really great product!

@burn478 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, good video! Like many have said so far, definitely one of the best on Odie's oil. One thing to be aware of is that finishes fall into two broad categories- film and penetrating. Film finishes result in an accumulation of finish that will or can fill in some of the natural wood grain while penetrating finishes won't. Odie's oil is a penetrating finish and you should not expect it to fill in any of the wood grain because of this so I wouldn't call this a downside so much as a fact of the type of finish that it is. That said, people who are choosing what to use for a finish should definitely be aware of this detail.

@heswatchnu Жыл бұрын

That sounds a bit reversed...? penetrating finishes WON'T fill-in, but film finishes may??? Is that correct, or is it the other way around?

@thomasheilke847 Жыл бұрын

That’s correct-film finishes sit on top, so will fill in gaps, penetrating finishes don’t sit on top, so follow the contours of the surface more closely. Sounds counter-intuitive until you pause and reflect on what the physics of that chemistry look like.

@bobt2522 2 жыл бұрын

Great videos. I applied Odie's Oil to a shop project earlier today as my first use of it. Then I came to KZfaq to see if I did it right. I watched both of your videos on it. Now I feel that I need to go buff the wood again.

@barefootlyrooted 2 жыл бұрын

I made the same mistake of not removing enough despite I thought I was. I was using old socks instead of a terry cloth and they simply did not absorb enough. I then followed this up with a terry bonnet on a buffer but I did not change the pads often enough, which again just spread the oil around. Both of these steps left too much oil on the board. After buying terry cloths I was amazed at how much oil still came off the board. I again followed this wiping with a terry bonnet buffing and made sure to change those pads at the first sign of it getting loaded up. My results are MUCH better this time around. I'm letting the boards cure right now but I'm already not seeing any of the blotchiness that appeared before. Thanks for sharing!

@charlessullivan8861 Жыл бұрын

I use Odies oil on my 13.5 x 4 foot walnut countertop. It is an AMAZING finish, and can be spot "repaired" if you get an area that is overused and is starting to look dull. I do a complete sand and re-finish every 3 or 4 years, and it just holds up really well! I have been using on the counter for over 10 years, and LOVE IT!

@aok2727 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the follow up. I was bothered that you applied it wrong. I am looking forward to using it soon. Your table is phenomenal.

@lbon5479 Жыл бұрын

Woodworking is still a complete mystery to me, but I've watched a lot of videos and this is the first time anyone's explained the purpose of the buffing step. T^T Bless you, sir. Also really glad you mentioned the stuff about the texture of the grain, because it seems obvious and is probably common knowledge but I never would have thought of that on my own until I'd already committed to a finish.

@edc.8002 2 жыл бұрын

I used it on two projects so far. I absolutely love the look and feel of it. Really waiting to see how it holds up long term. Still question whether it is waterproof.

@159Ridge Жыл бұрын

Honest and helpful review. Thank you, I’ll keep watching.

@jamesbarisitz4794 2 жыл бұрын

Fair and honest review. I appreciate the pros and cons in the wrapup.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching James!

@jk_22 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video I’m considering buying some Odies and I’m glad to see I can fix it if I don’t buff it out well enough the first time.

@alberthancock4237 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video. I just recently used Odie's I am extremely happy with the results. You don't get a high gloss, but in most cases I 'd rather have a Satin Finish anyway. Application is a breeze and it buffs off easily. Follow the instructions!

@petestaint8312 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! Thanks for posting. 👍

@Mark_Wood 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you put this out. I was kinda turned off of Odies after your last review but now I think I'll give it a try

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised you say that Mark? I feel like this review was slightly less favorable than my initial impressions video, no?

@That0therGirl Жыл бұрын

I followed the instructions and my kitchen island turned out perfectly. Finish looks the same as day one.

@timsodeman4764 2 жыл бұрын

Michael builds sent me here. And I went straight to your oldies because I'm about to use it and it was great information thank you

@jordanblanch Жыл бұрын

Hey Zac. Thanks for this long term review. I'm curious, what would be your go-to finish and why?

@meperson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review and honest correction of the application process. Please do update your original video as well. Many folks rely on UTube as their user manual 😃.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, unfortunately I can't "edit" old videos on KZfaq. I did however put a link in that video's description pointing to this video.

@koobs4549 Жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds your link worked perfectly, I found this video from watching the original as intended.

@SpencleyDesignCo 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review, Zac! Thanks so much for the shoutout too! Love to be able to support my fellow makers

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome man! Always happy to point people in the direction of quality content!

@duncanhurst2888 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Really helpful information.

@lbhunter6341 5 ай бұрын

I used Odie's Oil on a project I did for my church...I don't know how it works but it works very well. The hardest part of using it is not using too much oil...absolutely love it...I don't have a lot of experience with it but I can say it worked wonders on qtr sawn white oak and walnut...and so easy...love it

@johnferry9508 2 жыл бұрын

Zac, I’ve used Odies on a lot of small projects cutting boards, colored pencil holders, iPad stands and air plant holders. I like it, however after a week or two I use Odies wood butter which is more wax and less oil. I found using this gave a little more sheen, seems smoother and more resistant to water etc. No it’s not waterproof, but I have say I used it on a Caribbean Rosewood poencil holder and it looks like glass. I just wanted to share my experiences.

@gloglos100 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I love the oldies finishes. Next home I will use on the floor, I have wanted a floor finish like this for a lifetime. They are natural. This guy doesn’t get it, he is into synthetic and does not even have the feel for the timber, but it’s good he has put out a video on it as a starter.

@issuma8223 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Now I know why my girlfriend collected so much dust after I massaged her with Odie's Oil. I will apply another coat to her and wipe off the excess by hand this time.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂 It does say it's all natural so I guess why not right?

@jonathanzj620 2 жыл бұрын

Terry cloth isn't the only applicable applicator to remove film.......just saying.......

@nicholasmurt 2 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanzj620 No kidding. He's just, accurately, saying that's what the Odies Oil company recommends.

@jonathanzj620 2 жыл бұрын

@@nicholasmurt was going for the double entendre

@nicholasmurt 2 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanzj620 welp, rip. I’m dumb, carry on!

@ArpadBuildsThis 2 жыл бұрын

This is by far the best review I’ve seen on odies oil! It is a little expensive for my tastes, but it isn’t too bad for the whole one coat thing. I was heavily considering it on my next project, which is cutting boards, and it seemed like the best option because it’s so durable! But I have to hand them out in a few days, and the wait time is one big downside for me. But I’m still considering it, due to how durable it is! This review has definitely influenced my decision! Also, thank you so much for the shoutout! It means so much to me! Thank you so much everything you’ve done to help support my channel and my projects! I can’t say thanks enough!

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Arpad, it's a 2 way street and I really appreciate your support too! Given the quick turn around time that you're under it might not be the best option. Though you could always tell the buyer that they should wait X number of days before putting the boards to use. It's dry to the touch in 24 hours.

@ArpadBuildsThis 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds that was something I was thinking about, but I think because of that, I will just use the tried and true butchers block oil. It’s durable, easier to apply, and probably is higher building. Thanks again Zac!

@heswatchnu Жыл бұрын

@@ArpadBuildsThis @ZacBuilds I wonder...Would heating the finished wood speed up the curing?

@harrydavis6903 Жыл бұрын

I just finished my first jar of Odies oil. I agree with everything in your video. I will not be getting a second jar unless it is free.

@nutzranger 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Much appreciated.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, thanks for watching!

@rdot980 Жыл бұрын

I think the Odie's Wood Butter can be used to fill in some of the grain. Goes right over the oil finish.

@johndavid3114 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you have to follow the application instructions and mix it good before you apply it. Also, the higher grit you sand to the more sheen you get. I. get great results sanding to 800 grit... sanding good and cleaning up the dust is critical to making it really look great.

@TWC6724 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to try Odie’s. If I hand plane a project, the wood is essentially a burnished look. I bet that will get me a higher sheen with the oil?

@Borescoped Жыл бұрын

@@TWC6724 I know this reply is 7 months Orr more late, but I sharpen my hand plane blades Cosman style, finishing on a 16,000 Shapton glass stone. I’ve used both the regular and dark versions of the Super Duper Oils, Oils and Woodbutters. Haven’t gotten the waxes yet, but I think I will to get the glossier finish. The woodbutter gets me to a semi gloss finish. At the right angle after planing, you can see reflections, but it’s a steep angle. I’m hoping the waxes on top of a coat of oil and woodbutter will give a more gloss when looking directly or slightly indirectly at the surfaces.

@chrisweigand1817 Жыл бұрын

Great table and great video. I did what most do at first and did not get it all off and all the issues you described. So a big thank you for the how to rescue a bad finish. The finish is stunning when done properly. I have a question for you or anyone with experience with odies on a cutting board. I just put an odies finish on a board I made and it turned out amazing( the finish ) took a week as I started with that penetrating oil then 2 days later the original then 2 days later the butter but after I was finished I started thinking, (bad idea) will this finish take the abuse a well used cutting board gets? doest it need to be conditioned in the future with odies or can it be refilled with Home Depot stuff? anyone have answers.. Thanks again for the clip

@theybuild-emcrawford7231 2 жыл бұрын

Another great one! Had no idea it was food safe. A deterrent from buying it was that I needed to buff it off with a power buffer, because that’s what I saw everyone doing online. Knowing that it’s as easy as some elbow grease makes it tempting, but that wait time makes you second guess for sure.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Ya being food safe is a REAL benefit in some situations so I'll definitely keep a jar for cutting boards and stuff. The powerbuffer thing isn't THAT big of a deal, becase you can just throw a pad on your random orbital sander like I did. However, like I said in this video, it's really better to just go at with towel and like you said some elbow grease. You'll get much better results.

@hokieinidaho Жыл бұрын

I also see others using scratch pads (per Odies instructions and kits). I didn't do that. I used my latex-gloved-finger to apply and spread ... And disposable shop rags to buff. I would think those 3m or scotch Brite pads are going to eat up a lot of the oil given the aggregate surface area of fibers in them. But my experience is limited this far. Time will tell as I plan to use Odies more going forward.

@travisedwards9983 5 ай бұрын

You keep that pad, and just put it back in the jar when store it. @@hokieinidaho

@hokieinidaho 4 ай бұрын

I've since been using the pads, and they do help scratch the oil into the wood@@travisedwards9983

@willemvanschaik6858 Жыл бұрын

A very traditional recipe for a wood finish: equal parts boiled linseed oil, varnish and pure turpentine. But I know furniture makers that do instead 3 part linseed, 2 parts varnish and 1 part turpentine. I think that over time that turns too dark. My personal preference is 2 parts linseed oil, 2 parts oil base polyurethane (to maintain a lighter color) and 1 part turpentine. We applied this four years ago on a heavy used white oak kitchen table and it is holding great!!

@Epic_Shotz Жыл бұрын

Isn’t Danish Oil all of those things? And it’s already mixed if I’m remembering correctly.

@davidthelibrarian Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the helpful info. I would have liked to see examples of how Odie's attracts dust. What product do you recommend within Odie's Oil spectrum of quality that has a higher build finish?

@vochaalloy33 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Well done sir

@joshzimmer Ай бұрын

I refinished my dining room table in odies oil 2 years ago and its still holding up well. I have kids never use coasters so it takes some abuse. About to give it a refresh which is super easy, just give it a sand with 4000 and reapply

@fotopdo 2 жыл бұрын

great vid, glad I found the follow up first! When you say that Odie's gives light woods a "Yellowish" color, do you mean the normal amberish color that a typical oil based finish imparts or is a "un natural" yellow tone? I found the Odie's site a little confusing, they have a range of products, but the descriptions don't include what sort of use case is best for a particular version.. just that each one is the best finish possible for any material under the sun...

@HermannKerr 2 жыл бұрын

I have used a number of different finishes and I have been thinking of using Odie's Oil through there are no dealers close by. So thank you for you for your long term review. But one question, have you looked at any of the secondary Odie's Oil finishes, Wax and Butter? I have a project I where I am going Osmo, sold by your neighbourhood LV. I got beaten on because I wanted to use Danish Oil over water based urethane (which I truly hate).

@SchysCraftCo. 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Zac. By the way that sandwich looks very yummy. Very nice review. Very interesting and informative video. Can't wait to see more videos. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend Zac. Keep making. God bless.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you Jared, it was quite yummy. I'm not a very good cook, but I can make a good breakfast sandwich.

@SchysCraftCo. 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds same here. Your very welcome.

@boblasley5640 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the re-review Zac! Thanks for being honestly objective too. Doesn't sound like Odies is a good fit for me due to the curing time.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Bob and the curing time is kind of a bummer.

@spaaarky21 2 жыл бұрын

7:08 Two to three weeks of sitting sound fine to me coming from polyurethane and oil/poly mixes (e.g., Danish oil.) For comparison, I usually start with a coat or two of BLO/poly mix to bring out the grain, let it cure a bit, then apply several coats of poly, either brushed (9:1 with thinner) or wiped (1:1) on, scraping lightly between early coats, sanding between later coats and finish by either buffing or spraying for a more uniform finish. According to the can, it takes poly a week to fully cure (and from experience, a bit longer to air out.) I can't wait to try Odie's on my next project.

@greenturtleladys2501 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Poly also takes a few weeks to fully cure not to mention several coats with curing and sanding in between. I will be giving Odies a try very soon on a guitar build.

@EBHood 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great info. I just bought a bottle and want to try it, nice to know what not to do. I mean, instructions... right?

@kellykay1328 2 жыл бұрын

Love these videos! I am in the middle of building some shelf for my game room and was looking into oldies oil but I think I might go another route because I want something less yellowing and something that is easy to clean. What would you recommend? :)

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

My go to is hybrid poly urethanes. Basically every major manufacturer makes one. I like the ones from Saman and Minwax. Water clean up with oil durability!

@juliacleveland Жыл бұрын

Super helpful thank you!

@matthyland1218 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Seems like odies oil and Rubio have taken over, it's nice to see them a few months after

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, seeing a finish months after it's initial application is the real test too.

@brasero20000 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, i'm trying to fine the best finish for a kitchen top, i'm between Odies oil and Osmo Polyxoil. Wich one would think would be more appropriate an will offer the best protection and durability ?

@RByrne 23 күн бұрын

I have a ton of new Odies products that i got for next to nothing from a shop closing. Im planning to finish a guitar I made this week to try it out. Thanks for the tips! Thats a beautiful table, btw.

@dannmarks Жыл бұрын

I have used it on Cherry the most which is not as porous as Oak etc.. I did not realize it should sit 3 weeks. That is a long time. However, I am still using it and I will see what I think long term. This is my first bottle so far.

@melandterryshu Жыл бұрын

One question: I'm thinking of using Odies on the inside of a serving tray I made for a couple getting married this June (Father's Day). Should I wait until maybe a month before the wedding to apply it? Will it be too soon to apply it now?

@peeweeherman2 2 жыл бұрын

The finish we use for all are furniture is Rubio have you used it on any of your projects yet? If not I highly recommend it

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I've used Rubio a few times in the past and have generally been pretty happy with the results! No complaints other than it takes a long time to dry as well.

@fotopdo 2 жыл бұрын

I was just looking at the Odie's website... and they sell ELECTRIC BUFFERS, individually and in kits with a selection of products, both oil and wax. Perhaps the buffer is only for the wax?

@selah22 Жыл бұрын

How did you prep the table before reapplying the oil the second time?

@r-d6568 2 жыл бұрын

I use Odies oil on everything. My butcher block kitchen counters have Odies oil. Following the rules to the letter will get you a finish that lasts a long time. Yes I did not use the sink in my kitchen for 4 weeks and it was worth it. I use Odies oil original wood finish and then topcoat with the Odies oil wax for all table tops. It seems as though there is a slight yellow patina that develops over the 2 -3 week waiting period. The coating is rock hard after that! I am not a fan of coasters either! Side note, if you suffer from dry hands during the winter. Odies oil will fix that too!

@befmx31 2 жыл бұрын

How long do you wait to apply the Odies wax after you used the Odies oil? Thanks.

@teslamodelsplaid6074 Жыл бұрын

Thx for the 2 part Odies oil. My jar comes in tomorrow. I want to try it on a thrift store find I stripped. Still can't figure out what kind of wood it is however. Is there any way that I could send you a couple pics to see if you can identify? thx

@duanebailey4245 2 жыл бұрын

Did you try to put a coat of odies butter and then wax on it???

@jasonberti7807 2 жыл бұрын

But what happened to that incredible maple/walnut slat epoxy coffee table you made??

@koobs4549 Жыл бұрын

I’m hoping Odie’s Oil can save my poplar shelf build. I sanded it to a high grit before learning you’re not supposed to go past 180 with most finishes. I’m hoping that this aspect of Odie’s Oil will do the trick.

@hokieinidaho Жыл бұрын

I sanded to 330 on hardwood wooden mallet, which was the first project to get Odies. Spectator!

@smuhhhh 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to see you kicked that cherry over! Now grab one of the good flavours! 🤣

@fowlerfinefurniture 2 жыл бұрын

I used it on an alder coffee table a while ago. It turned out really splotchy, I don't know if that was because of my application, but I also feel that it is so thick that it has a hard time soaking in evenly. I prefer rubio, but that's just me!

@greenturtleladys2501 2 жыл бұрын

Did you mix it up well? It’s thick until you mix it then it becomes thin and easy to apply.

@prozack1312 2 жыл бұрын

So what is the difference between odies oil and something like osmo or Rubio?

@andrewmalick477 2 жыл бұрын

Zac, What would you prefer to use on a coffee table instead? What building finish would you rather have for your coffee table? Thanks

@adamalexander8460 Жыл бұрын

Anything else. Absolutely anything other than Odie's would be more effective.

@travisedwards9983 5 ай бұрын

Thats not what side to side testing has shown. Hell, it beat out rubio and osmo in water and scratch tests. Thats with just 1 coat, and you can do a penetrating coat with the clear oil, then put the wax on top of the normal odies if want to get really fancy. @@adamalexander8460

@lbhunter6341 6 ай бұрын

Love that background music!

@Shaunquirk89 6 ай бұрын

If I want to stain the wood and then use the oil, will that be okay? Can I stain the wood and then finish it in odies oil?

@tomfull6637 2 жыл бұрын

Super duper review! Thx. New sub 👍🏻

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom!

@brodinelr 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video! I have been switching over to hardwax oils. I like Odie's Oil, I have been trying to find a video to compare it against Walrus oil, Tried and True, and other hardwax oils.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Logan! I'll put a comparison video in my list of "videos to make" as well as a walrus oil video, been meaning to try that for a bit now!

@brodinelr 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds I tried Walrus Oil furniture finish and I really like it. I build a lot of cutting boards and charcuterie boards so I have been trying to find 1 finish that I really like and can use on everything (not really practical but in a small shop where its just a side business neither is having a lot of finish sitting around going bad because you don't put out a ton of products).

@AlexanderMusicVideo 8 ай бұрын

Alright I’m a total noob as far as wood finishing but I had a couple projects and heard about Odie’s Oil, and I bought a jar and applied it according to the instructions, went through several terry washcloths buffing it off, and over two weeks later I still can’t bring my furniture back inside because of the smell. It is weird because at first and during application the smell of Odie’s is kind of nice but even a day after it was nasty and now I just want to get rid of the smell, and I am wondering if I just have to wait another couple weeks or if I’ve permanently tainted my furniture with this hideous odor. Any advice from more experienced woodworkers?

@Mikey__R Жыл бұрын

Wax oils seem to have taken over from drying oils like Danish oil or a linseed and polyurethane blend. I wonder if they're actually better, or if it's just the current fashion.

@TheAcarr6 2 жыл бұрын

Based on your preferences - try osmo. It’s a higher build than Rubio and odie’s (I’ve used all 3, and more). 2 coats of super thin and 1 coat of polyx leaves a glass like finish. Pretty easy to apply as well and no need to sand between coats. Wipe on wipe off then buff with white pad. I typically use Rubio if I want a Matte look and osmo if I want a little bit more sheen. By the way - Lee valley caries all osmo if you want it locally !

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Osmo is definitely on my list of finishes to try! I'll have to stop procrastinating and pickup a can already.

@richardjohnson286 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah plus the owner of Odies is a DB

@ikillyomama 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardjohnson286 I've kind of gotten that impression just from the product pages, but care to elaborate?

@canrgs 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardjohnson286 what do u mean by "DB"

@richardjohnson286 2 жыл бұрын

@@canrgs a jerk

@seajeepstar7516 2 жыл бұрын

As usual, I love the honesty in your videos. All products have Pros and cons, but most reviews only tell the pros. We are happy to live with some cons if we were told about them and offset them with the pros. Thats why we need to know both sides of the story not just how every product is "wonderful". I have trust in you because you say it as it is and how it is for you. Its up to me then to ask myself if that suits me. I loath the reviews that say everything is perfect, "champagne would fall from the heavens, doors would open, velvet ropes would part" (quote from Gone in 60 Seconds). Keep up the real videos.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha thank you I appreciate the feedback and the kind words. There are very few finishes that don't have a place given the right situation, and likewise I'm yet to find a single finish that works for everything. So it's always going to be a matter of reporting what I found and leaving you to make your own decisions. Cheers and thank you for watching!

@asoggyburger479 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and excessive use of walnut lol if you like odies but want a little more build up, try out Osmo Oil top oil.

@snb13 2 жыл бұрын

You should try Emmet’s Good Stuff. It may be more to your liking overall.

@scottallen3371 Ай бұрын

I’ve been using odies often, I like the natural finish. Thanks apparently I’ve been using it wrong.

@seanstewart285 5 ай бұрын

REALLY good for cutting boards.

@dylanbaker79 Жыл бұрын

How’s this been holding up a year later? I’ve had the same problem on the 3 things I’ve tried finishing with odies and am starting to lose hope

@grosscatviewer 2 жыл бұрын

What can you use over Odie's oil? Do you have to strip before using Polyurethane?

@Dan-jq8se 2 жыл бұрын

I had the same question. I had a client that wanted me to top coat a small cabinet that had an Odies finish. I sent a message to Odies with this question and the very brief answer I got was: "nothing sticks to Odies". Not a very in-depth answer.

@chrisjaustin88 2 жыл бұрын

Can you try Walrus Oil? Great price point and several products. Really starting to make some noise

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Sure! I can definitely do that. I'll add it to my project list.

@aaronkoh8236 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Here’s my 2 cents:) . It is kind of my go to because it’s easier to use than Osmo and Rubio cos the cap is a twist type , I don’t have to weight and mix 2 compound like Rubio. And have left overs to waste when I have too much.. and odies is said to have a higher tolerance for more higher grit polished finishes. As for the other 2 mention above, it’s up to less than 320 I think. I like it over epoxy and wood finish. It’s perfect IMO. As for leaving it for 2 weeks . I don’t normal do that. I keep it for a few days first , than I just tell people not to abuse it with moisture for 2 weeks or more. Like most, who keeps it sitting there for weeks before getting rid of it ? 😂. . But I don’t think Rubio or Osmo are inferior in anyway. Only price maybe , cos of the larger can it comes in. And like odies , Rubio Also smells awesome !!

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I hear you, I have half a bottle of rubio sitting around because I ran out of hardener. So having it all in one is quite helpful. I'm still yet to try osmo but I will sometime in the near future. I'm sure 99% of the curing happens in the first few days so you're probably fine to tell people just to be safe, but when I was making these reviews I wanted to be extra cautious.

@fotopdo 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds I may not be 100% correct, But I thought you could use it without hardener, but that it would just take longer to cure...

@fotopdo 2 жыл бұрын

[but then that might be the point]

@SamWanamaker1 Жыл бұрын

I had to laugh when you said the guy from Toronto told me everything I was doing wrong. My guess is his name was Matt. I had similar conversations with them, the difference is that I applied the finish the correct way, and still failed a water test. That’s my biggest issue with odies. It lies right on the jar that it won’t water spot.

@travisedwards9983 5 ай бұрын

Lot of compairson tests on youtube between it, osmo, and rubio. Beats both of those on water tests

@SamWanamaker1 5 ай бұрын

@@travisedwards9983 o I don’t need KZfaq tests, it failed in real life haha.

@travisedwards9983 5 ай бұрын

@SamWanamaker1 Wonder went wrong, usually holds up just fine and better than most. Are more durable things but.. more steps, ton of fumes and different look. Even used waterlox other day and after not dealing with solvents it about ran me out of the shop, lot to be said for no VOC's depending on where you working

@Marcyo137 2 жыл бұрын

I've been enjoying the content of your channel but I have a recommendation. The audio level of the music you use during the b rolls and intro shots is too loud compared to most your other audio levels. In a few of your videos, the volume just shoots up twice the perceivable volume and it's really jarring, especially while wearing headphones!

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback I'll try to correct that for future videos!

@sgsutton02 2 жыл бұрын

What’s your go-to finish for furniture?

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

For furniture I'm a big fan of hybrid poly urethanes. You can roll them on, brush them on, spray them on. They're water based so they clean up easy and dry quickly. Most major manufacturers make one, I'm partial to the ones from Minwax and Samanstain.

@Z-add 9 ай бұрын

Odie makes lot of confusingly comparative products. Can you review them as well. It's not clear to me when to use their other products. they do have a super penetrating clear oil as well.

@LarryBloom Жыл бұрын

Good video! You conclusion about using it on cutting boards, etc, because it is food safe is, to me, somewhat wrong headed. First of all, let's dispel the myth: Basically ALL finishes are food safe. Yeah, I know...but it is true! Once poly or damn near anything is cured, it is food safe. But my bigger issue is that ALL finishes are going to look like hell pretty quickly when put on a cutting board or bowl that actually gets used. So my much bigger concern for those is having a finish that can be maintained...and if that is by someone besides me, then they will NOT have Odie's around, will they? That is why when I give those things as gifts, I treat them with a mineral oil/beeswax blend, and give the recipient a small container of the mix.

@jackferguson1225 11 ай бұрын

I’ve used Odie’s Oil for a few years. I like the easy application and cleanup. My objection is that when applying to maple it does yellow the wood.

@Mike-bh7sh 9 ай бұрын

just use un-tinted paste wax. You will get the same protection without the yellowing.

@jackferguson1225 9 ай бұрын

@@Mike-bh7sh Thanks, I’ll give it a try and save some money!

@webcrawler3332 2 жыл бұрын

I bet you could have taken a hair dryer to yountable and the rub the finish off and got rid of the wax scratches. I think by reapplying all it Did was fill the scratches with more wax.

@nonobrochacho240 Жыл бұрын

Damn, nice kitchen.

@TeamProsperity Жыл бұрын

probably beats the hell outta Rubio oil plus 2c! finished my daughters Ash dining table I built using Rubios but I’m not at all impressed with the durability

@CinemaCakes Жыл бұрын

Would love an osmo review!

@lillic8522 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered that is now available in Europe too. It seems to be pretty expensive though, around 100$ a jar. Is that European rip off or the usual prize?

@Epic_Shotz Жыл бұрын

It’s $40 here

@Faber_Nox 10 ай бұрын

well 1 year on from applying it correctly whats the verdict. we need a video update to confirm ;)

@WestonTimberLtd Жыл бұрын

I've had no issues with this oil, would you collaborate with me in the uk?, as I'm a seller of Odies oil.

@PDXMILO Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good review. Just had to watch another top search result video for 'odie's oil' who talked shit after he shows he used almost a full jar on a regular sized dinner table. Like seriously, a whole damn jar and bitched about the nail scratch marks he was leaving.......

@vegasrenie 8 ай бұрын

I just wanted to know what's in it!

@WoodcraftBySuman 2 жыл бұрын

Odies folks sure are particular. I’m sticking to lacquer

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, unfortunately I think they have a bit of a PR problem and some actions the brand has taken doesnt help things. It's a shame because I think it could've been handled a lot better.

@WoodcraftBySuman 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds yup. At least they’re consistent with all the other creators. Lol. But they’re a little old with the times.

@kkolander9952 Жыл бұрын

Dark wood, good. Light wood, yellow, and bad. I ended up sanding forever to remove from light finish.

@ammodawg626 11 ай бұрын

I mean, Danish Oil is food safe and is ready to go in faaaar less time than “weeks”. Not sure I’ll be messing with Odie’s.

@PapaScieEncore 2 жыл бұрын

To me it’s too expensive... but i like it, the smell is so great.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

It is pretty pricey, but when you consider the surface area you can cover with it, it's not too bad. It ends up working out to a few dollars to coat a single table

@jasonlawson8619 2 жыл бұрын

You cant take too much off, but you can leave to much on. That's with oddies and other oils for wood.

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

That's a good rule of thumb for Odies

@heatherforde8271 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if the cleaners you are using on the table is interfering with the oil. You might try re-oiling it to refinish it...and then use only a wood cleaner, like Pledge. Just a thought. I do love your table. It's beautiful!

@matthewhazelwood6520 2 жыл бұрын

So what is your favorite finish, then?

@ZacBuilds 2 жыл бұрын

As it stands right now it kind of depends on what I'm working on. But for most wood furniture I've been really enjoying hybrid poly urethanes. You can get them from a number of different brands but they all work very well.

@thetruthfree 2 жыл бұрын

@@ZacBuilds which ones do you recommend specifically, like for a coffee table?

@adamalexander8460 Жыл бұрын

I am not impressed with Odie's, and will not use what I have left, after email interactions with the company. They were rude, defensive, and left an absolutely terrible impression. You are right, after a few weeks, the products are dull and unprotected. Odie's is a quick flash that looks good upon application, with no enduring protection.

@ZacBuilds Жыл бұрын

I have always and will always say that the biggest problem with Odies oil is the people that work there. Seems like that organization is rotten from the top down