[Cob] Finish on a cob couch

[Kim West]

I've never used linseed oil before. Does it bleed onto, or stain, clothes or
pillows any at all after it's dried? I'm really wanting to achieve the white
look that is shown in some books and on some cob sites but have no idea what
exactly they did to get it.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Amanda Peck"

> Clay/sand?  Clay/sand/sawdust? Clay/sand/sawdust/lime putty?  The last of
> those is what I'm chinking with (in approximately 3/7/3/1 ratio)--it comes
> out pretty smooth as you trowel-finish it.  Seal with linseed oil (from
your
> local hardware store)?  Don't know how long it will take to dry before you
> can safely put a rug or a mattress on it without getting mold everywhere.
>