Amish Furniture Finish Specifications

Our handcrafted Amish furniture is protected with a durable finish designed to enhance the natural beauty of the wood while providing resistance to moisture, heat, common household substances, and everyday use.

The following laboratory test results provide information about the performance of the finish system used on applicable furniture.

Test Application Procedures

• Surface: Applied to new samples of clear, dry oak and cherry.
• Coating Weight: Two-coat system sprayed at 4–5 mils per wet coat and finished to a dry coating thickness of approximately 3.5–4.0 mils.
• Aging: Coated samples were aged at room temperature for 21 days prior to testing.

Test Methods

Cold Check Resistance

Each test cycle consisted of:

• One hour at -4°F
• One hour at 140°F
• One hour at room temperature
• One additional hour at room temperature

Result: Passed 10 cycles with no film failure.

Print Test

The finish film was exposed to duck cloth with a weight transferring 2 PSI to the surface. Testing was conducted for 24 hours at both 77°F and 104°F.

• 77°F: No printing
• 104°F: No printing

Heat Resistance

The finish film was exposed to a 1,000-gram weight for 15 minutes with and without moisture present.

• 185°F, Dry: No effect
• 185°F, Wet: No effect

Chemical & Household Substance Resistance

The finish was tested against a variety of common household substances:

Substance	Exposure	Result
Vinegar	24 hours	No effect
Oil-Based Paint	24 hours	No effect
Mustard	24 hours	No effect
Turpentine	24 hours	No effect
Lemon Juice	24 hours	No effect
VM&P Naphtha	24 hours	No effect
Mayonnaise	24 hours	No effect
Milk / Cream	24 hours	No effect
Margarine	24 hours	No effect
Ketchup	24 hours	No effect
Orange Juice	24 hours	No effect
Red Ink	24 hours	No effect
Coffee	24 hours	No effect
Tea	24 hours	No effect
Olive Oil	24 hours	No effect
Cooking Fat	24 hours	No effect
Grape Juice	24 hours	No effect
50% Alcohol / Water	24 hours	No effect
100-Proof Alcohol	1 hour	No effect
100-Proof Alcohol	24 hours	Very slight gloss change
Water	24 hours	No effect
Acetone	2 minutes under a water glass	No effect
MEK	200 double rubs	No effect

Understanding the Test Results

These laboratory results demonstrate the durability and resistance of the tested finish under controlled conditions. Actual performance can vary depending on the specific furniture, finish, environment, cleaning products, exposure time, and everyday use.

Please note: The tests above are based on laboratory evaluations conducted on the products tested and are believed to be reliable. Because application methods and conditions of use can vary, these results should not be interpreted as a warranty against damage, staining, discoloration, or finish failure.

For recommendations on maintaining your furniture, please visit our Wood Furniture Care Guide.