Chêne massif, marron, huilé

The oil-based stain really brings out the oak’s natural grain—it’s got that deep, rich brown that looks almost wet before it dries. I used it on the Branch Side Table and the darker tone makes the wood feel far more substantial than a plain clear coat ever would. Exactly the warm, understated look I

The color came out deeper and more uniform than I expected on the chair legs, and the oak grain still shows through nicely. It took a full day to fully cure before I could touch it, so plan ahead if you're assembling furniture in a hurry.