Instruction
- Preparation:
- Put on all required PPE
- Ensure the wood surface is clean, dry, and free of dust
- Sand the wood with progressively finer grits of sandpaper
- Wipe off any sanding dust with a tack cloth
- Application:
- Stir the oil finish thoroughlt
- Apply a generous coat of oil using a clean, lint-free cloth or bush, following the grain of the wood
- Allow the oil to penetrate the wood for 15-30 minutes
- Drying:
- Allow the finish to dry completely (up to 24- 48 hours) depending on the product and environmental conditions
- For deeper finish, apply additional coats, sanding lightly between coats with fine-grit sandpaper
- Repeat as needed
- Finishing:
- Clean up work area and properly store oil finishes
Product List
Watco
- Watco Danish Oil
- Watco Teak Oil
- Watco Tung Oil
Sunnyside
- Sunnyside Pure Tung Oil
- Sunnyside Boiled Linseed Oil
Other Brands
- Rust-Oleum Ultimate Wood Stain
- Howard Feed-N-Wax Wood Polish and Conditioner
- Tried & True Original Wood Finish
- Deft Interior Clear Wood Finish
Required Personal Protective Equpment (PPE)
- Eye Protection: Safety glasses
- Body Coverings: Nitrile gloves
Engineering Controls
- Use in a well-ventilated area or provide mechanical ventilation (in spray booth)
Emergency Response
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs
- Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, seek immediate medical attention
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if breathing difficulties occur
- Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth, and seek immediate medical attention.
Storage
- Store oil finishes in their original containers, tightly sealed
- Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources
- Label and place into designated yellow cabinets
Disposal
- Do not pour oil finishes down the drain or into the ground.
- Rags that have been soaked with oil should be fully dried in the spray booth before disposing as solid waste in the trash, or leave in a yellow oily rag can for staff to dispose-of.