You’re welcome, sharing knowledge and experience is what makes the world a better place for all. I think you’ll like the Aquafortis finish on the figured maples. I forgot to mention, it is the only wood it works on. Won’t do the same on curly walnut. It’s not difficult or any more of a pain in the ass than most other finishes. Give a practice run on a piece or two of scrap first so you see what to expect. More than one coat can be done if you want darker, but remember the wax will darken it too. Not a lot, but some. Experiment with it. Also, a hot plate can be used as a heat source. One thing I don’t know about it is, if like when fuming white oak for like say Craftsman Style furniture it is important that all the wood should come from the same tree. Otherwise you may end up with shades different from each other in different parts due to various amounts of tannin in each tree. Fuming involves tenting in the finished piece and putting bowls of ammonia inside. The chemical reaction of ammonia gas and the tannin gives you that gorgeous brown. As for the boat wax it is good for outside use, but requires reapplications now and then. The Vikings used it on their white oak built boats so…it’s good shit. You’ll like the natural look it too. If you try it, let me know how you like it!