Eastern White Pine

[Eric Roach]

When my shop is finally done (I'm the world's slowest carpenter) I plan on learning to build pencils & poppers with Eastern White Pine (EWP).

I've been reading the recent threads about sealers and I'm wondering what might be recommended for a sealer/primer combination for EWP.

I'm starting with EWP instead of a American Yellow Cedar (AYC) because I'd like to avoid the risks associated with cedar dust. Also, I'd just assume avoid the risks associated with Boiled Linseed Oil (BLO) as a sealer while I'm getting my feet wet in building...I'd hate to burn down my nice new house.

So, again, if any experienced hands can recommend a sealer/primer combo for EWP, I'd be grateful.

Thanks in advance,

Eric