Katie and Jessie, when applying this mix, I do so very sparingly. No more than three drops per application and about 4 applications per evening while watching TV. I just barely let my ringer tough the mixture and then rub it in with my fingers and hands. I then scuff with either 0000 or 00000 steel wool, tack rag and apply another coat the next night. Depending on the finish desired it will take about two to three weeks of this nearly every night.
As far as drying, as I said, I air dry by hanging the piece up over night in the house, not garage or basement, but inside where there heat/AC.
Outdoorlvr - thank you, I saw that thread adn thought it was about the coloring of wood only. I should have known better!!!!