Osmo-Polyx®-Oil High Solid

Osmo-Polyx®-Oil High Solid: The natural alternative to polyurethane. Osmo's Polyx®-Oil is a traditional Hardwax Oil. Polyx®-Oil is recommended for finishing interior timber flooring, timber furniture, timber beams, sarking, panelling and children's toys, cots and bassinets. Suitable for most timbers, including pine, macrocarpa, jarrah, oak, beech, some eucalypts, rimu, and plywood.

As durable as polyurethane, and far easier to repair when scratched or worn. Easy to apply, with two thin coats. Sanding between coats is generally not necessary, but here at Resin Wood Tables NZ, I find that a light sand with 1000-grit dry sandpaper yields a better finish.

Depending on the project, the application can be made with a brush, a microfibre roller, a microfibre fleece or a lint-free cloth. Osmo's 220mm floor brush with the system telescopic handle is the Manufacturer's preferred applicator for floors. If using a roller, it should be microfibre with a nap of no more than 5mm. Care should be taken to limit the amount of oil held in the roller; otherwise, overapplication can result.

For timber furniture, panelling, architraves, doors, window sills, etc., application can be by roller or paintbrush. A lint-free cloth, such as Osmo's Easy Pad, may also be used. In this case, more than two coats will be required to achieve the same finish as a brush or roller.

Oily and resinous timbers such as Matai, Totara, Kwila, and Spotted Gum require a different finishing process. Using normal Polyx®-Oil on these timbers may cause drying issues. Full details on treating these timbers can be downloaded from the information sheet on this page.

Polyx®-Oil finishes are easy to maintain with a pH-neutral detergent such as Osmo's Wash and Care for damp mopping. For rejuvenation when looking faded, Osmo's Liquid Wax Cleaner can be buffed into the finish to lift the sheen level.

Advantages

• Extremely durable and hardwearing
• Food safe when cured
• Highly water and stain-resistant
• Enhances the woods' natural character
• Resistant to wine, cola, tea, coffee, water and fruit juices
• Suitable for children's toys, cots and bassinets
• Microporous breathable surface which does not crack, peel or flake
• Spot repairs are easy. No need to sand the whole floor or piece of furniture

Product Information

• Coverage: Approximately 24 square metres per litre with one coat
• Number of coats: 2 skinny coats
• Drying time: 8 - 10 hours
• Sizes: 5ml sample sachet, 375ml, 750ml, 2.5 litres and 10 litres
• Finishes: Satin 3032, Semi Matt (Low Sheen) 3065, Matt 3062 and Gloss 3011

Resources

• Safety Data Sheet Osmo
• Tips when using Osmo products
• Tips when treating Oily and Resinous Timbers
• Product Information for Interior use

HOW TOP APPLY OSMO POLYX OIL FLOORS