Pure Tung Oil is a drying oil, which means it hardens on exposure to air and consequently may be used as a coating for wood. It gives a hard wearing matt finish which is resistant to heat, water, alcohol and food acids which makes it ideal for surfaces such as kitchen and bathroom worktops, tabletops and all other interior wood. It resists water better than any other pure oil finish. Pure Tung Oil is a natural product which contains no toxic additives and can therefore be used on toys and objects which come into contact with food, such a wooden bowls, chopping boards and worktops. It is also a good coating for exterior oak. Pure Tung Oil does not darken noticeably with age.
Application
Pure Tung Oil may be used on new or aged timber. Always test Pure Tung Oil on an off-cut of timber or an inconspicuous area of furniture to check colour and finish is as desired before oiling the whole article. If the timber has been previously coated, remove the old coating with either Mylands Special De-waxing solution (for wax finishes) or paint and varnish remover (for lacquer finishes). Clean, dry and sand the timber – ensuring all dust is removed. The following stains are suitable under Pure Tung Oil: Light Fast Stains, Rich Light Fast Stains, Non Fade Ground Stains, Water Based Stains. Stains must be fully dry before application of the Pure Tung Oil. For ease of application, thin the first coat 1:1 with White Spirit, 09 899 9262. Apply the first coat with a brush or white lint-free cotton cloth, allow to penetrate for 20 to 30 minutes and wipe off the excess with a clean lint-free cloth. Allow to dry for 24 hours and lightly denib with 0000 grade wire wool. Apply successive coats in similar manner, reducing the ratio of White Spirit each time. The last coat(s) should be applied unthinned. 24 hours after the final coat, wipe over again using a clean cloth to remove any oil which may have surfaced. A minimum of four coats of oil is recommended for porous or external surfaces. After a few days drying, the surface may be waxed to improve lustre.
Drying times
Allow 24 hours at 20°C between coats. Leave for 4 - 7 days after final coat before putting into use to ensure the oil is fully dry.
Coverage
The coverage will depend on the type and absorbency of the substrate and the application method, but should be an average of 10 – 12m² per litre.
