Someone told me to start using trans fluid or antifreeze, pre paint or stains i also like fire and light stains would either of those discolor the wood?
I wouldn’t use antifreeze or trans fluid as if someone handled or a young kid chewed on it or similar it would be poisonous to them. Any stain is going to discolor the wood. that’s what staining is about, being able to put a color finish on the wood and still see the grain in it. I would read below more on how to finish wood carvings.