Quote Originally Posted by Svend N View Post
Another great polishing agent is Rottenstone, which sounds repulsive, but actually works great. It is extremely fine pumice-type material. Use it with a light oil for final polishing -- works exceedingly well.
Yes, I've used fine pumice as an abrasive for french polishing - I agree it's good stuff.
Quote Originally Posted by Svend N View Post
As for wax, have you tried a fine furniture-grade beeswax? I find that it cures to a very dry, hard finish, not at all sticky or tacky. I use a product from the UK -- can't recall the brand but can look for you if you like.
The only wax I've had much experience with was beeswax. Perhaps I should persevere with it and find out how to get the best from it.