The linseed oil makes a difference! I use your mixture as a basic then tweak it according to need and weather. Right now, our humidity makes everything gooey.
On another note, I have rescued a container (never used) that I plan on storing solution #1 in. At times, a brush would be helpful for applying this to larger areas, keeping the solution clean. I don't plan on brushing it on heavily, just brush to apply and then use the rag for that specific small area. These containers have a built in brush!! Someone's trash is my treasure.