It is a decorative wood finish that also has protective qualities. With a pleasantly contrasting sheen over the wood grain, it brings out the natural character of the wood. Although the protective qualities are not as durable as wood varnishes, woodworkers favour its emphasis on character.
How does it work?
Wood oils penetrate the timber, replacing and replenishing the wood’s natural oils to add protection.
Through the exposure to elements as well as age and wear, wood oils can revive wood surfaces to their natural colour which provides them with a new lease of life. All types of furniture, decking and floors can be maintained and rejuvenated with high quality wood oils.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
When using wood oil, there is basic health and safety that you should follow. Wood oil is a flammable product, therefore when you are using application equipment such as brushes and rags precautions should be taken. Wet application equipment can generate heat as the oil dries. To prevent this risk, cloths and rags (neither scrunched or rolled) should be left to dry on flat concrete surfaces. This surface should not be exposed to any sunlight or heat sources.
When disposing of cloths and rags make sure that they are soaked in water and fully dried out as they have the potential to spontaneously combust.