Bringing another oak door back to life :0)
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I'm sure someone will be along shortly to recommend an Osmo product 
but I'd be inclined to oil first and then wipe on some varnish.
An alternative would be to mix approximately equal amounts of oil and varnish in a jar, then add some white spirit or turps and shake it up. This is homemade Danish oil. It's used just like the commercial stuff: you wipe it on then wipe away all the excess.
but I'd be inclined to oil first and then wipe on some varnish. An alternative would be to mix approximately equal amounts of oil and varnish in a jar, then add some white spirit or turps and shake it up. This is homemade Danish oil. It's used just like the commercial stuff: you wipe it on then wipe away all the excess.
Sgian Dubh
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Much along the same lines as ED65, I suggest something like an oil based interior polyurethane varnish applied carefully with a brush: it is an interior door isn't it? There does seem to be some clear finish of some sort on the right hand portion already exposed, which is a little patchy, and I suspect a light sanding will remove the patchiness, perhaps using 150 or 180 grit paper. Oil based polyurethane varnish is tougher than the mixtures ED65 suggested, and a couple or three coats will leave a definite film, whereas his suggested options will give a thinner or lighter 'close to the wood look'.
Which finish you choose depends on things like appearance and resistance to abrasion and damage required. Slainte.
Which finish you choose depends on things like appearance and resistance to abrasion and damage required. Slainte.
