Diggers Timber Oil Raw Concentrate is a 100% NATURAL linseed oil obtained by pressing seeds of the flax plant.
Typical Uses:
Features:
Application:
How does Linseed Oil work?
When linseed oil is applied to a porous surface it fills the pores and as it is exposed to the air it gels to form a protective film. The film is generally impervious to water, heat, scratches and most stains.
NOTE: Soak rags in water as spontaneous ignition may occur on drying. Dispose of rags by controlled incineration or at an approved landfill.
Safety:
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye / face protection when using this product.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is linseed oil and why should I use it?
A: Linseed Oil is natural oil used to seal timber fencing, furniture, tools and sporting equipment.
Linseed Oil is a ‘cost effective’ alternative to expensive timber treatments that doesn’t require sanding upon reapplication and is generally impervious to water, heat, scratches and most stains.
Q: There are 3 different kinds of Timber Oil available in the Diggers range – what are the differences?
A: Timber Oil Raw Concentrate is 100% natural (raw) linseed oil and requires thinning with mineral turpentine.
Mix at a 50:50 ratio and remove any excess with a lint free cloth.
A: Quicker Dry Concentrate Timber Oil is ‘Raw Linseed Oil boiled’ with an added ‘drying agent’ that makes it dry faster. It requires mixing with Mineral Turpentine (50:50) before application. The boiling process removes any impurities.
A: Ready To Use Timber Oil (Anti-Mould Formulation) is a ‘Ready to Use’ Linseed Oil that doesn’t require thinning. It has ‘anti-mould’ additives that help reduce mould growth.
Q: Why do I need to add Mineral Turpentine?
A: Mineral Turpentine serves as a ‘vehicle’ that allows Linseed Oil to penetrate deeply into the timber.
When applying oils to timber a better result will be obtained if the oil can penetrate the timber surface.
Q: I’ve applied ‘linseed oil’ and it has gone grey – Why?
A: Timber surfaces will grey over time as part of a natural ageing process. The greying effect comes from mould/ spore growth in the timber grain. Natural timbers with no protection will also fade or change colour (grey) over time.
Q: I’ve applied Linseed Oil and it’s gone sticky – Why is this and what can I do?
A: Linseed Oil becoming sticky means that too much has been applied and left to dry before it had a chance to penetrate the timber surface. Excess oil can present if the timber isn’t absorbing the Linseed Oil readily and should be removed with a lint free cloth after approximately 20 minutes (this should be enough time for the Linseed Oil to penetrate the timber adequately). If sticky, use Diggers Lacquer Thinner and a lint free cloth.
Tip: Apply multiple thin coats rather than a single ‘thick’ coat.
Diggers Timber Oil Raw Concentrate is a 100% NATURAL linseed oil obtained by pressing seeds of the flax plant.
Typical Uses:
Features:
Application:
How does Linseed Oil work?
When linseed oil is applied to a porous surface it fills the pores and as it is exposed to the air it gels to form a protective film. The film is generally impervious to water, heat, scratches and most stains.
NOTE: Soak rags in water as spontaneous ignition may occur on drying. Dispose of rags by controlled incineration or at an approved landfill.
Safety:
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye / face protection when using this product.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is linseed oil and why should I use it?
A: Linseed Oil is natural oil used to seal timber fencing, furniture, tools and sporting equipment.
Linseed Oil is a ‘cost effective’ alternative to expensive timber treatments that doesn’t require sanding upon reapplication and is generally impervious to water, heat, scratches and most stains.
Q: There are 3 different kinds of Timber Oil available in the Diggers range – what are the differences?
A: Timber Oil Raw Concentrate is 100% natural (raw) linseed oil and requires thinning with mineral turpentine.
Mix at a 50:50 ratio and remove any excess with a lint free cloth.
A: Quicker Dry Concentrate Timber Oil is ‘Raw Linseed Oil boiled’ with an added ‘drying agent’ that makes it dry faster. It requires mixing with Mineral Turpentine (50:50) before application. The boiling process removes any impurities.
A: Ready To Use Timber Oil (Anti-Mould Formulation) is a ‘Ready to Use’ Linseed Oil that doesn’t require thinning. It has ‘anti-mould’ additives that help reduce mould growth.
Q: Why do I need to add Mineral Turpentine?
A: Mineral Turpentine serves as a ‘vehicle’ that allows Linseed Oil to penetrate deeply into the timber.
When applying oils to timber a better result will be obtained if the oil can penetrate the timber surface.
Q: I’ve applied ‘linseed oil’ and it has gone grey – Why?
A: Timber surfaces will grey over time as part of a natural ageing process. The greying effect comes from mould/ spore growth in the timber grain. Natural timbers with no protection will also fade or change colour (grey) over time.
Q: I’ve applied Linseed Oil and it’s gone sticky – Why is this and what can I do?
A: Linseed Oil becoming sticky means that too much has been applied and left to dry before it had a chance to penetrate the timber surface. Excess oil can present if the timber isn’t absorbing the Linseed Oil readily and should be removed with a lint free cloth after approximately 20 minutes (this should be enough time for the Linseed Oil to penetrate the timber adequately). If sticky, use Diggers Lacquer Thinner and a lint free cloth.
Tip: Apply multiple thin coats rather than a single ‘thick’ coat.
