Applying Monocel Furniture Oil
1. Preparation
- All surfaces should be dry, finely sanded and free from dust, grease, grime, wax, oil, mildew, fungi & algae.
- Allow all new timber to age and weather for at least 6-8 weeks. To allow proper penetration, some resinous timber such as Jarrah, Merbau etc. may require additional weathering.
- It is recommended that these timbers be washed with mineral turpentine prior to coating.
2. Application
- Stir well with a wide flat paddle before and during use.
- Apply liberally to all surfaces including exposed edges and end grain by brush, applicator pad or spray.
- Once timber is fully saturated, wipe off excess if any and allow to dry overnight.
- Apply second coat, allow to dry for 30 minutes, wipe off excess and allow to dry for a further 24 hours.
3. Drying Time
- Touch dry in 4 hours. Allow 24 hours between coats.
- Do not apply in temperatures below 10°C or above 35°C.
- Do not apply when rain or heavy dew is expected within 24 hours.
Coverage
Up to 14 square metres per litre depending on the porosity and application technique.
Coats
Apply a minimum of 2 coats.
Thinning
If conditions are warm, thinning additional coats with no more than 5% clean mineral turpentine will ease application.
Tips
- Drying may take longer if the weather is cold or humid.
- Thinning not required when spraying.
- Wash your equipment in mineral turpentine.
- Rinse in fresh water with a drop of detergent.
- Seal washings and unwanted leftovers and dispose of responsibly.
- Store out of reach of children
- Skin: wash the area well with running water
- Eyes: flush the eye with running water for several minutes, contact your doctor
- Breathing: use in a well ventilated area; when spraying, use a suitable respirator
- Swallowed: drink water, do not induce vomiting and contact your doctor or the Poison Information Centre on 13 11 26