For new furniture apply the first
coat of Haarlem Oil generously by cloth, roller, spray or brush.
Allow a few minutes penetration time, and then
wipe off 'ALL' the surplus oil. If this is not done, the oil may dry
unevenly leaving a variable effect. Allow 24 hours drying (in good conditions
this can be shorter) before applying a second coat.Oily rags
can self ignite,hang out to dry or drop into a bucket of water.
When applying a second coat, first sand with a 220 grit
sandpaper or finer, (steel wool may be used). The finer the grit, the
smoother the finish. Dust the surface off and apply the second coat
of Haarlem Oil. Wipe off 'ALL' surplus oil within a few minutes. If
a higher gloss is required repeat the procedure of the second coat.
Re-coating at too early an interval, or not wiping surplus oil off as
described can leave a sticky, or a bright/dull surface.
For sarking or rough sawn panelling one coat may be sufficient.
Using Haarlem Oil-Danish on Previously Finished
Work
Haarlem Oil because of it's viscosity, is more suited
than Pure Tung Oil for reconditioning surfaces.
It has water resistant properties, and also has the ability to dissolve
water stains on waxed surfaces.
Previously oiled surfaces can be lightly sanded,
or dusted and cleaned before application.
The choice of how heavily to sand or apply the Haarlem Oil is up to
the individual. One coat should only be necessary for wall panelling,
sarking or similar, and maybe a second for furniture or tables.
Apply following the advice for given new work above. It is advisable
to oil a sample patch to check for compatibility.
Varnished or lacquered surfaces will not accept
the application of Haarlem Oil, but waxed surfaces will. To check if
a surface is waxed rub some fine sandpaper in a hidden area and see
if it starts to clog up readily with wax.
Using Haarlem Oil-Danish on Flooring
SANDING:
To avoid the early appearance of footmarks on the oiled surface, a sandpaper
at least as fine as 150 grit should be used before oiling.
1ST COAT
Apply one coat of Haarlem Oil with a brush, roller or rag applying liberally
and evenly but avoiding puddles of oil. It is important for proper drying
to buff the entire surface after a few minutes with a clean dry cloth.Let
this first coat dry for at least 24 hours with adequate ventilation.OILY
RAGS MAY SELF COMBUST, dip into water or hang out to dry.
2ND COAT
If the surface has become a little rough through the wood fibres raising,
then sand lightly to remove.Dust off and then apply the second coat
of 10 to 15 % diluted Haarlem Oil, spreading the oil as far as you can
using as little as possible. Wipe off ALL the excess as previously.
Haarlem Oil can be diluted with vegetable turpentine.
3RD COAT
This coat is necessary only if the wood fibres have raised enough to
justify a another coat.
Apply as follows: Smoothen the floor with sandpaper of 180 or 200 grit,
dust off, and then oil the floor with Haarlem Oil that has been diluted
with 10 -15% of vegetable turpentine. Do not use too much oil and spread
it as far as you can. This last coat is mainly cosmetic. Wipe of all
excess oil as previously.
NOTE: For hardwood flooring it
is recommended that both the second and third coats of Haarlem Oil
are diluted with 10 - 15% of vegetable turpentine. Hardwoods are Eucalyptus,
Kwila, Iroko, Rata, Pohutukawa, Oak, Beech, etc. Oil absorption rates
for these woods are lower.
COVERAGE AND HANDLING
The first coat on new work covers
approximately 8 square metres per litre of Haarlem Oil, the second coat
up to 16 square metres.
Haarlem Oil is a flammable liquid. Keep containers out
of direct sunlight and liquid product away from open flames. Wash brushes
in vegetable turpentine, and with soap and water. DO NOT throw
freshly used cloth rags, sponges, or similar in the rubbish or leave
lying on wood. They very readily ignite! Wash them
in water and then hang out to
dry.
Haarlem Oil is safe
for use on food bowls and utensils, Haarlem Oil is non toxic when it
is dry.
