let me know when you find out, I am having problems finding sizeable cans of even regular danish oil these days. Thought I found some and prepared to have them get a few cans of the same dye lot for me, when I was told they are only selling what they have on the shelf, then no more.

I guess the new urethanes are closing the market. That said, I would guess that your assumption about the mixture is probably correct. My in-laws have always used diluted, boiled linseed oil for there wood re-finishing with solid and long lasting results.

To find the better thinners (ie won't yellow) buy the artist's thinners for oil painting. They are the cleanest and stay the clearest.

Minwax has a web site; I have it marked below. They have the Antique Oil finish listed there. There is a section on the web site to ask them a question. Ask about dealers in your area.

Here is a link that might be useful: Minwax

First I want to qualify my comments by stating that I'm no expert in wood finishing. Most of what I know, I've learned from reading posts on other woodworking sites.

I don't know the specific chemistry of what is in the Minwax Antique oil, but you can make something very similar by yourself with readily available ingredients. The alkyd resins are a key ingredient found in standard varnish. The thinner is probably nothing more than mineral spirits.

Try mixing equal parts varnish, boiled linseed oil and mineral spirits. The varnish provides a measure of protection, the linseed oil gives an amber tint that helps bring out the grain and the mineral spirits act as a thinner to make application easier. This finish is made to be wiped on with a rag, let set for a few minutes, then wipe the excess off.

A gloss varnish works best, because satin & semi gloss varnish contain flatteners that require constant stirring to keep in suspension and can make the mixture appear cloudy.

I've only used this recipe on small items and can't vouch for it's quality as a floor finish. Before using this on your floor, test it on some scraps or in an inconspicuous place, such as underneath furiture or an appliance to make sure it works for you. Good luck.

Thanks to everyone who responded to my inquiry. With the holidays it has been hard for me to find much computer time. I am going to try some of your suggestions to see what happens. Jim K thanks for the Minwax site look up, if all else fails I can try to order it direct - none of the paint departments I have been in carry this product any longer and it used to be every where! Thanks for the help.