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Surface preparation
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Wood surface must be clean, dry and frost-free (moisture content max. 18%).
Osmo TopOil is ready to use. Do not thin. Stir well before use.
Clean old microporous stains thoroughly. Old paints and lacquers must be completely removed. As a general rule, wear a dust mask during sanding works.
Fill small cracks, larger joints or holes in wood (with Osmo Wood Filler).
Sand wood surfaces carefully. Begin with coarse sandpaper then progress to finer grades– final sanding work for furniture P150-240 (depending on wood species ). For kitchen work tops using absorbent hardwoods like Oak or Beech, final sanding grade P120. For very absorbent woods like Pine, sand to a maximum of P150.
For dark and extractive-rich woods (e.g. Iroko, Teak, Mahogany, Sapele, Wenge, Merbau, Jatoba, Cedar etc.), we recommend using Osmo Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin. A trial application is recommended.
Before oiling the surface, remove sanding dust with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
The finished surface is influenced by several factors, including the condition of the wood. Therefore, a trial application is always required, especially for unfamiliar surfaces.
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Method of application
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Apply the first coat thinly along the wood grain with the Oil Finish Application Fleece supplied. Remove any excess TopOil with a clean, dry lint free cloth.
Allow to dry for approx. 8-10 hours. Ventilate well while drying.
Thinly apply the second coat with the Oil Finish Applicator Fleece. Avoid covering during drying and curing. After 2-3 weeks, the surface is fully cured.
For renovations, one coat applied to the clean and dry surface with an Oil Finish Applicator Fleece or lint-free cloth is usually sufficient.
Once the TopOil has fully cured, clean the newly oiled surface using the cleaning spray supplied as and when required.
The supplied abrasive pad can be used to help remove minor scratches, scuffs or dirt from waxed or oiled work surfaces prior to cleaning and renovation.
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