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Natural Plant Oils penetrate deep into
timbers. Light also travels with the oils along the timber
fibres into the
wood, enhancing all the colour, glow and character of the structure.
When the light reflects back it will however
reveal any imperfections in the surface sanding. By using a Wet
on Wet friction sanding technique you will be
able to minimise sanding imperfections.
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Fine sand timbers to minimum 400
grit (powered disc) or hand sand to 600 grit
WET & DRY paper. Sand
until timber begins to show a slight lustre. Retain the sawdust in
the last paper used - do not dust off as
it will be used as a grain filler inthe next process
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Apply first coat of Oil to all surfaces (with
underside/rearside of projects, ONE, oil-sealing
application will
suffice) allowing to soak well into timber. To outer, presented surfaces,
apply a light second coat 2-3 hours
after first application, also allowing time to be absorbed. Wipe
off excess or pooling oil leaving a moist
surface then begin to massage or burnish the Oil into the timber
surface with the last paper used in Step 1.
The Oil & sawdust will form a slurry & should be worked to
fill the pore structure of the timber. If needing
more slurry to fill open grain/imperfections in the timber, add Oil only to
the surface of the paper being used. Should you have an excess of
slurry clean the face of the paper with an Oil dampened lint-free
cloth making sure not to add Oil to the timber surface.
By now you should have achieved a satin finish across the surface.
Firmly wipe excess slurry from timber surface with clean dry cloth
or paper towel before moving to Step 3.
NB: Put the lid back on can to resist the temptation
of adding more oil to the timber.
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To obtain a higher lustre than a satin finish,
carry on sanding (manual or power) using 1200 grit wet
and dry
paper. Two to three sandings with 1200 grit paper
may be necessary to bring up the desired finish. Paper face should
at all times remain clean and free from excess slurry - clean down
with oil dampened lint-free cloth.
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For cabinetry finish it is highly recommended
to continue burnishing at 1500, 2000 grit wet
and dry paper
- guaranteed to put a “gleam” in the finish.
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To achieve the “ultimate” with
an oil finish it is necessary to leave for 24 to 48 hours
and then power buff.
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