I agree that the silicone containing materials are a bad idea. I suppose that for a finish you might get something that looks good, but be happy with it since it might be pretty tough to ever remove the silicones prior to the next finish. I would not want that problem.
And yes, patience is really important. Can't rush through a great finish. I will admit that I am impatient, and it have to fight it every time I make something wooden.
I'm still waiting for the Waterlox to cure. Looks great right now, but it'll look so much better later. About a month away from being finished. A month. Dang.
