--- product_id: 5427989 title: "Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart" brand: "tried & true" price: "$152.15" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Tried & True" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/5427989-tried-and-true-superior-varnish-oil-wood-finish-quart store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # High-gloss durable finish Natural pine resin blend Superior scratch & abrasion resistance Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart **Brand:** tried & true **Price:** $152.15 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Elevate your woodwork with a finish that lasts and dazzles 🌟 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart by tried & true - **How much does it cost?** $152.15 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/5427989-tried-and-true-superior-varnish-oil-wood-finish-quart) ## Best For - tried & true enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tried & true brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Enduring Elegance:** Enjoy a finish that not only shines brighter but strengthens over time, aging like fine wine. - • **Safe & Sustainable:** Non-toxic, VOC-free formula that’s safe for your home and the planet—finish with peace of mind. - • **Effortless Refinement:** Simple application process with expert tips ensures a flawless, professional-grade finish every time. - • **Versatile Masterstroke:** Perfect for everything from bare wood to vintage furniture revival—your all-in-one wood finishing solution. - • **Nature’s Powerhouse Blend:** Harness the superior synergy of linseed oil and natural pine resin for unmatched wood protection. ## Overview Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil is a premium wood finish combining linseed oil and natural pine resin to deliver exceptional scratch resistance and a high-gloss sheen. Designed for multipurpose use on bare or previously oiled wood, it offers long-lasting durability that improves with age. This non-toxic, VOC-free formula is safe for all interior wood applications and easy to apply, making it the go-to choice for professionals and enthusiasts seeking a natural, elegant finish. ## Description Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart | Natural Pine Resin & Linseed Oil, Ideal for Interior Furniture, Tables, Countertops, Non-Toxic, Scratch Resistant & Durable - Oil Based Household Varnishes - desertcart.com Review: Great finish - Tried and True provides an excellent finish with a warm sheen. Very easy finish to apply. I especially like that it contains no driers/ VOCs. Makes finishing a more pleasant experience. Review: Excellent product with one qualification - This varnish oil is wonderful: goes on easily, doesn't smell, and is non-toxic. The color enhancement on my African padouk dining room table project was incredible; the color went from a washed out pale red to a dark red vivid glowing satin miracle. Only one caveat for anyone contemplating using this: DO NOT use it on open-pored wood (oak, padouk, etc) tabletops! In my case, I should have used a pore-sealing technique (there are many, e.g. sanding with a shellac/sawdust slurry, diluted shellac, etc., experimentation on your wood may be required) on the padouk tabletop before applying the Tried & True Varnish oil. The varnish sits in the pore-tubes and does not cure, so it will be picked up by fibrous cloth or paper lying on the tabletop, for months afterwards. I plan to let it cure a little longer, and then apply a high-quality paste wax to the tabletop in order to close up the pores. I am assuming that my problem was caused by the open-pores, but some of the curing difficulty may have been that some dense tropical hardwoods have oils or other constituents that retard normal curing of varnishes. Everywhere else on the table the stuff was used with no problems and was very fine. I also used it on an old laminated cutting board and it cured in about a day, and makes a wonderful varnish for this application. ## Features - SUPERIOR BLEND OF LINSEED & NATURAL PINE RESIN: Tried and True varnish oil is a superior blend of linseed oil and natural pine resin, providing great abrasion and scratch resistance and a higher sheen than is typical when using natural oil finishes - MULTIPURPOSE APPLICATION: This linseed oil for wood is designed for multi-purpose applications. It can be used on bare wood or to revive old oil-stained pieces for durability. Excellent Instrument Finish. - LONG LASTING DURABILITY: Varnish Oil Finish provides long-lasting durability that increases as it ages. This finish can be buffed to a higher sheen after the oil has fully cured using a soft cloth. - SAFE & NON-TOXIC: This wood finish is safe for use on all types of wood, including crafts, chairs, gun stocks, railings, cabinets, wood doors, and more. It's a non-toxic pre-industrial style of varnish safe for everyone in your home. - EASY APPLICATION: Sand the piece up to at least 320, wipe it on, buff it dry, wait a day, burnish with 4/0 steel or synthetic wool, repeat as desired. See videos and product label for in-depth application instructions. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003DKXWOA | | Best Sellers Rank | #58,646 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #61 in Household Polyurethanes, Shellac & Varnish | | Brand | Tried & True | | Brand Name | Tried & True | | Compatible Material | Wood | | Coverage | up to 125 square feet | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 435 Reviews | | Finish Type | Gloss | | Finish Types | Gloss | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00757602912025 | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Weight | 0.98 kg | | Liquid Volume | 1 quarts | | Manufacturer | FBC Chemical Corporation | | Manufacturer Part Number | VARNISH OIL QUART | | Material | Resin | | Material Type | Resin | | Model Number | VARNISH OIL QUART | | Number of Items | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Interior | | UPC | 757602912025 | | Unit Count | 31.98 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Tried & True - **Finish Type:** Gloss - **Item Weight:** 0.98 kg - **Material:** Resin - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Interior ## Images ![Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71c27IaaIxL.jpg) ![Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xZuBorWyL.jpg) ![Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61vQkP6UBYL.jpg) ![Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bBk4M8cvL.jpg) ![Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61R5mHLyuEL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can this finish be sprayed or does it need to be hand rubbed?** A: Oil finish should not be sprayed on, unless of course you do that just before you rub it in. But even then, spraying will likely place too much product on the piece. Much better to do multiple coats of thin coats followed by brisk rubbing/burnishing. **Q: Can I apply this over Rubicon Monocoat to build up to a satin finish?** A: Our products are non-film-forming finishes so attempting to build them up is quick way to get a very long cure time. They should only be applied over raw or totally stripped wood or, over other natural "drying" oil finishes. Do not try to apply them over any type of film-finish or waxes. **Q: is it water proof or resistant leaving no marks or fog? This is for a table.** A: No is not waterproof. It's a varnish derived from Linseed oil and Bee's Wax. I use it exclusively to bring out the figure in wood, however I do not recommend it for a kitchen table. A Polyurethane Varnish or Epoxy Coating is what I recommend. I suggest using "Watco Wipe on Poly". It is easy to apply and with three coats it is very water resistant. **Q: Can i apply this varnish oil straight unto the unfinished desk? is applying tried and true's danish oil beforehand a recommended practice?** A: I applied tried and true varnish directly to unfinished walnut without any problems. The varnish has a very thick viscosity and not sanding beyond 120 helped absorption for me. I also had to applied it very very thin and wipe all excess off after a hour or so. This was my first time using this finish and it seems to be doing it's job and has a nice satin finish. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great finish *by B***M on August 19, 2026* Tried and True provides an excellent finish with a warm sheen. Very easy finish to apply. I especially like that it contains no driers/ VOCs. Makes finishing a more pleasant experience. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product with one qualification *by W***R on February 13, 2011* This varnish oil is wonderful: goes on easily, doesn't smell, and is non-toxic. The color enhancement on my African padouk dining room table project was incredible; the color went from a washed out pale red to a dark red vivid glowing satin miracle. Only one caveat for anyone contemplating using this: DO NOT use it on open-pored wood (oak, padouk, etc) tabletops! In my case, I should have used a pore-sealing technique (there are many, e.g. sanding with a shellac/sawdust slurry, diluted shellac, etc., experimentation on your wood may be required) on the padouk tabletop before applying the Tried & True Varnish oil. The varnish sits in the pore-tubes and does not cure, so it will be picked up by fibrous cloth or paper lying on the tabletop, for months afterwards. I plan to let it cure a little longer, and then apply a high-quality paste wax to the tabletop in order to close up the pores. I am assuming that my problem was caused by the open-pores, but some of the curing difficulty may have been that some dense tropical hardwoods have oils or other constituents that retard normal curing of varnishes. Everywhere else on the table the stuff was used with no problems and was very fine. I also used it on an old laminated cutting board and it cured in about a day, and makes a wonderful varnish for this application. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful, natural finish *by T***. on July 13, 2018* I was looking for a finish for a custom desk I was building. I wanted something that provided a rich finish but still felt natural. After researching a bit and trying a few options, I selected the Tried & True Varnish Oil. This is essentially a boiled linseed oil with a small amount of varnish solids included. This worked perfectly to bring out the beautiful grain of the mesquite and beli I used to build the desk as well as include a small amount of protective solids. Application was easy. I started by thoroughly sanding the project down to remove any visible marks and scratches then I simply wiped it on using a blue shop rag. I put it on thin, let it set for 30 min, then wiped it all down with a fresh rag. I ended up with 5 coats and the depth on this is beautiful not to mention it smells fantastic. I have read some people have issues with curing on this, but I didn't have any such problems. Of course, I applied it on my back patio during a Phoenix summer so that may have helped, but after 24 hours I wasn't able to wipe off any additional finish. After letting it cure for another couple of days, I put a thin coat of wax over everything to help with the protection. I was most worried about the way the finish would interact with the epoxy in the center of the desk, but it went on easily and polished well. Overall it was the perfect finish for my desk and I have enough to make several more which is a good thing because I have family begging me to make them desks of their own. ## Frequently Bought Together - Tried & True Superior Varnish Oil Wood Finish, Quart - Natural Pine Resin & Linseed Oil, Ideal for Interior Furniture, Tables, Countertops - Non-Toxic, Scratch Resistant & Durable - Tried & True Danish Oil, Quart - Pure Polymerized Linseed Oil Wood Finish, Ideal for Furniture, Rustic Pieces, & Priming Wood for Other Oil or epoxy-Based Products - Food Safe, Simple, Fast Curing - Tried & True Original Wood Finish, Quart - Linseed Oil & Beeswax Blend, Ideal for All Woodwork, Long-Lasting Durability, Food Safe Sealer, Non-Toxic Wood Finish --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/5427989-tried-and-true-superior-varnish-oil-wood-finish-quart](https://www.desertcart.us/products/5427989-tried-and-true-superior-varnish-oil-wood-finish-quart) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-08-27*