Any tips for a perfect Tru Oil finish?

[Oliver1]

I'd love to have John's set up and experience, but that's just not the case. Still trying different techniques for my first build. What are the steps? How much will I need? How many coats? And thanks again.

[carld05]

Here's a link that should keep you busy for a while on that subject. https://acousticguitarconstructionforum ... m.php?f=28

[MaineGeezer]

The two things I'd suggest are:
1. Apply THIN coats;
2. Allow plenty of drying time between each coat.

[Oliver1]

Thanks for the link.

[JLT]

A little late for you, probably, but for others;

The best instruction on Tru-Oil application that I've found is Dave Bagwell's You-Tube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6zmitxywKU

[Danl8]

Good video, thanks for posting! One thing I do is slightly thin TruOil when getting closer to the final layers. Wiping as Dave does in the video is very necessary to achieve the best finish. And fresh oil dries quickly -- I can get two coats/day.