Tung Oil

Application

Ensure all areas to be coated are extremely well ventilated during and after application. Always test on a small area prior to initial application. No primer required. Maximum 2 coats recommended. Apply at room temperature. Fiddes Tung Oil is formulated for application directly and does not require thinning.

First Coat

Stir contents thoroughly before and during use, and apply in a warm, well ventilated room. Apply THINLY using a good quality bristle or synthetic brush and lay EVENLY, following the direction of the grain. Allow Tung Oil to penetrate for 30 minutes. Remove any surplus material with a cloth, carefully checking all areas for any excess application. Leave to dry 10-12 hours in warm, dry well-ventilated conditions, or preferably overnight.

Second Coat

Apply as first coat, THINLY, allowing good ventilation. Leave to dry 10-12 hours in warm, dry well-ventilated conditions, or preferably overnight. Clean applicator with White Spirit. Apply 3 coats to new interior timber, and 4 coats to exterior timber. Clean applicators in White Spirit.

Re-Application

To renovate previous application of Tung Oil, lightly sand area with 150 grit sandpaper, and re-apply.

Cleaning & Maintenance

For regular light maintenance, clean with a damp cloth and wipe dry. Re-application may be necessary where soiling or staining is apparent, following the application details above.

Coverage

A single application will cover approximately 20-24 square metres per litre, depending on the density of the substrate.