I haven't used oil based stain since I have started woodworking a year ago, only have done 6-7 projects when time allows. I just finished a little shelf and I am going to use an oil based stain then a water based polyurethne to coat it.
Question is, how to safely clean and store the brush and rags I use to apply and wipe of the stain. The stain says to clean the brush in mineral spirits which is fine, but what do I do with the spirits after I have cleaned the brush, can they stay in a jar with a lid or just thrown out? What about the rag, lay it outside to dry, wont it get hard once dry and I just have to throw it away.
Thanks for any tips and suggestions