linseed oil or wax oil

[Jules001]

I have decided that today is the day to finish my 1930's old oak front door. It is in a porch so not exposed to elements and it is North facing so doesn't get the sun directly on it. I have already sanded it down and I have bought some boiled linseed oil from B & Q. At the moment the door looks very dark, old and dry. I have tried Googling with limited success. I don't want to varnish the doors, but would like to achieve a healthy shine on the wood which is also durable. Now my question is will I get this effect if I use the linseed oil or should I go and buy some wax oil or is there no difference?
TIA

Jules

[ENGINEER1973]

As a woodturner i find that Danish oil or teak oil is best for oak bowls and all types of wood to preserve them.
Its non toxic and isnt poisonous
As for a shine its very difficult to achive unless the door is shiny in the first placeor idealy a varnish - which isnt what u want.
Wax - idealy bees wax is good but expensive try here :http://www.screwfix.com.

hope this may help some.

[ipek]

I would agree with previous answer. We've used Danish oil on just about all our different exposed wood in our Victorian house (pine doors, teak kitchen work surface, etc) and it looks fabulous.

It soaks in and so protects the wood from water, fingers and general wear and tear. You'll need several coats to build up a decent finish and it will need to be reapplied occassionally in the areas that received most use (i.e. edge of door where your hands open and close it) as it does wear down a bit over time. But we're talking ages here!

Try it on a small inconspicuous area first if you're not sure.....but I've found it to be a hard-wearing, protective and attractive finish.