Rustins Danish Oil

Rustins Danish Oil is the original Danish Oil. It's ideal for all interior and exterior timber, bringing out the natural beauty of the wood. Gives a natural open grained, soft lustre finish. Perfect for turned woodwork.

It differs from Teak Oil in that it contains special ingredients, which prevent it from drying to a gloss.

An interesting fact about Danish Oil is that every producer of Danish Oil has their own unique blend, meaning that no two oils are the same!

New or Bare Timber

1. Bare wood must be clean, dry and free from wax, dust and other surface contaminants
2. Lightly sand or degrees the surface if required taking care to remove all traces of sanding dust
3. Wood may be stained or dyed with either a water-based or solvent-based wood stain or dye before oiling if required
4. Do not treat the wood with a knotting agent or sanding sealer

Previously Coated Timber

1. All surface coatings such as paints and varnishes must be removed with a paint and varnish remover before oiling
2. Waxed surfaces should be thoroughly scrubbed with white spirit or a wax and polish remover, and a scouring pad
3. Wipe away the dissolved wax or polish with a clean rag
4. Wipe surface with water to test that all of the wax has been removed
5. Repeat the process if the water continues to bead on the surface of the wood

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the container at all times. Stir / shake Rustins Danish Oil well before use or product will dry to a gloss finish.

Danish Oil should be applied at a room temperature of between 15°C - 25°C. Do not apply below 5°C.

1. Apply the Danish Oil liberally with a clean lint-free cloth or good quality brush, and wipe off any surplus oil after a few minutes
2. For a superior smooth finish, the final coat may be applied using a plastic scouring pad, rubbing in the direction of the grain and wiping away any surplus with a soft, lint-free cloth or paper towel
3. Re-coat once the previous coat is dry (approximately 4 - 6 hours in normal drying conditions)
4. New or bare wood should be oiled 3 times initially
5. Exterior wood requires a minimum of 3 coats applied liberally and not wiped off
6. To improve penetration and durability, dilute the first coat 20% with white spirit
7. If applying Danish Oil to veneered doors, it is advisable to check with the door manufacturer before proceeding

Surfaces finished with Rustins Danish Oil can be periodically re-coated if the surface becomes tired looking, dry or scuffed. Wipe surfaces before re-oiling with a lint-free cloth or rag slightly dampened with White Spirit.

This Danish Oil has a soft lustre, similar to a satin sheen. Every brand of Danish oil has their own formula, some are matt, and some are gloss.

Rustins Danish Oil is a solvent-based oil. Your tools which will need to be cleaned using Barrettine White Spirit or Barrettine Low Odour White Spirit.