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Intergrain TUNG OIL

sculpture by Ainslie Pyne.Approx. size 2'6" tall. Carved with the new Arbortech Minicarver.


Intergrain Tung Oil Clear Natural Wood Sealer

Clear Natural Wood Sealer.
Penetrates. Beautifies. Protects. Furniture. Floors. Woodwork.

Tung Oil or "China Wood Oil" is a natural organic vegetable oil extracted from the nut of the Tung Tree, used by the Chinese for centuries to protect and beautify timber and regarded as the ultimate oil finish for enhancing the natural beauty and grain of timber.

WHERE TO USE

On new or old bare or previously oiled interior woodwork, furniture, floors, doors, beams, panelling, carvings, turnings etc.

IMPORTANT POINTS:

SURFACE PREPARATION

Nail holes and surface defects should be filled with Intergrain Woodblend woodfiller.
Bare Woodwork Must be clean, dry and fine sanded with 320 grade or finer sandpaper.
Previously oiled woodwork: Must be free of wax, remove with synthetic steel wool and mineral turps if necessary.
Floors: Final sanding should be done with 320 grade sandpaper in the direction of the grain until a bare clean surface free of scratches is achieved.

APPLICATION

GENERAL:
The condition, age and species of timber will dictate the number of applications necessary to achieve the desired results.
Exposed beams and ceiling lining, 1 liberal application.
Hardwoods 2 or more applications
Soft, porous, old or recycled wood may require 4 or more applications.
Apply liberally by brush, soft cloth, mohair or lambswool applicator thoroughly saturating timber. Allow 1/2 hour for oil to absorb and buff to remove surplus oil. Allow to dry and repeat as necessary until complete and even saturation of the timber is achieved. After final application allow 12 hours drying before hand or machine buffing. Floors and Benchtops: Apply a heavy coat by brush or lambswool applicator and allow to dry overnight or longer in cold conditions. Sand lightly when dry with 240-280 grade dri-lube paper, remove dust and apply second even coat and allow to dry.NOTE:Old or porous timbers and softwoods may require additional coats to achieve an even finish. Sand after each coat with 240 grade dri-lube paper and remove dust. Apply a final light finishing coat with a lint free cloth or lambswool applicator, rub in thoroughly and remove surplus oil. It is recommended that the undersides be sealed to prevent warping.

LOW LUSTRE HAND RUBBED FINISH Apply oil to timber pre-sanded with 320 grade sandpaper or finer, rub in thoroughly along the grain with 000 steel wool or 400 grade wet and dry paper, leave for 1/2 hour then buff surface to remove surplus oil. Repeat as necessary until a silky smooth finish is achieved, allow to dry and buff thoroughly to a soft uniform lustre.

WAX FINISHING A suitable wax finish such as the Feast Watson wax may be applied for additional sheen and protection

MAINTENANCE

To revive dull or dirty Tung Oil Finish buff the surface with a lint free cloth or synthetic steel wool dampened with Tung Oil. All surfaces including floors and benchtops can be given extra sheen and protection with the application of a carnauba wax wood polish at regular intervals.

COVERAGE

2-10 Square metres per litre.

DRYING TIME

Touch dry 3-4 hours at 20 degrees C. recoat 12 hours at 20 degrees C.

CLEAN UP

Mineral Turpentine DANGER:
Keep out of reach of children.
Harmful if swallowed.
Avoid prolonged contact with skin and breathing vapour.


CUSTOMER SERVICE:

ORDERS AND ENQUIRIES REGARDING ANY INTERGRAIN PRODUCTS OR AVAILABILITY WITHIN AUSTRALIA. Freecall No. 1800 630285
Email Karen Elsbury
Enquiries from outside Australia:
Email: Anthony P. Dawson
Enquiries from New Zealand:
Email: Ray Tomlinson


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