Hi there, mind if I put my two cents in? I've always had great luck with
water based stains...I would recommend at least a sealer on raw wood
surfaces because these can produce acidic fumes that can be harmful to
some finishes and materials.  Patti Lounsbury in New Mexico
 
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>Subject:      Paint Fumes and Shell Condition
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>When I should have been reading, memorizing, and saving the discussion
I
>know I've seen about this, I must have been gazing out the window!
Would
>someone please tell me again!  We have just purchased a 10-drawer chest
of
>teak veneer.  It is unfinished on the inside.  If we stain the inside
walls
>of each drawer (the bottom will have felt) will this cause any harm to
the
>shells stored in the drawer????
>
>Joan, in Huntsville, AL
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