BLO hack
While reading a book about Thos. Moser, Cabinetmaker, he shared a method for improving the penetration of his standard finish: The method is to heat the boiled linseed oil to 130°F. He says that it soaks in better and faster.
Brusso JB-250 Lid Stay
In a recent presentation of his recipe box, Kenneth Paul mentioned his favorite lid stay. Expensive but nice.