Sealing slate

Oh man, that’s beautiful!

It is early in the season here so i am swapping over old frames (helps to manage possible diseases and infestations) which gives me a steady supply of wax.

At this time of year (early Summer in Oz) the bees are eager to make wax so they rebuild the new frames very fast

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Does oiling stop the slate coaster from being somewhat absorbent?
And if so, is that more or less desirable than a coaster that does absorb condensation/spills?

Of the top of my head, I would think non-absorbent would be easier to clean, but absorbent would be more functional. (The difference in engraving contrast is not in question.)