Blanchon Opaque Oil Environment

A real technical innovation, Blanchon Opaque Oil Environment is a water-based coloured oil that protects, decorates and gives a contemporary finish to old or new wooden floors.

Please Note: Solvent-based oils cannot be used on top of this product.

• Looking for a clear, natural-look finish? Try Blanchon Original Wood Environment
• Looking for a hard wax oil? For a natural-looking finish, use Blanchon Hard Wax Oil, and for a coloured finish, try Blanchon Hard Wax Oil Tints

Ensure that surfaces to be treated are clean, dry and free from all traces of dust, dirt or other surface contaminants.

• Opaque Oil Environment should only be applied on surfaces which have been sanded back to bare wood
• Stripping and de-waxing are not recommended
• Do not use detergents, bleaches, whiteners or wood floor cleaners to prepare floors
• Fill any holes, gaps, or splits in the wood with a suitable wood filler
• Remove all traces of sanding dust

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. Blanchon Opaque Oil Environment is ready to use and does not require diluting.

Do not apply to wood floors if the temperature is lower than 12°C or if the relative humidity is higher than 85%. Never use on wood where the moisture content is higher than 10%. Use only in well ventilated areas. Keep any aquariums and plants away from the environment where the product is being applied.

1. Stir thoroughly before and periodically during use
2. Apply 3 thin coats using a microfibre roller for optimum opacity
3. Use a natural bristle brush for small areas and edges
4. A second coat can be applied after one hour (do not leave more than 48 hours between coats)
5. Lightly sand or denib using a fine grade sandpaper before the final coat to eliminate any rough patches

Clean applicators immediately after use with water. Wring out cloths and wipe tools thoroughly after use.

Floors will accept light foot traffic after 12 hours. This product will be fully cured in 4 -7 days. Basic precautions should be taken for the first 10 days:

• Do not cover wood floors with protective sheets, rugs or carpeting
• Do not move heavy furniture
• Remove all traces of dust with a vacuum cleaner or broom (do not use soaked cloths)
• Subsequently, protect the floor with felt placed under table and chair legs
• If necessary, a good quality doormat placed at the entrance to the room will help by retaining dust and gravel
• Clean up spillages of water and other liquids immediately, and be careful where you place flower and plant pots

Regular Cleaning

1. Vacuum or dry sweep floors before using a damp mop or cloth
2. Clean with a microfibre floor mop or cloth using diluted Blanchon Natural Soap or Blanchon Lagoon Cleaner
3. Work on one area at a time, rinse out mops and cloths regularly
4. Wooden floors should never be saturated with water

Deep Cleaning

For more intensive cleaning, floors can be mopped with diluted Blanchon Powerful Cleaner.

Please note: Never use household detergents and cleaners on wooden floors. These products often contain bleach or other chemicals that can degrade or strip the finish from the wood.

Maintenance

To maintain the finish of Blanchon Opaque Oil Environment, use Blanchon Original Wood Environment Maintenance Oil, as and when required. Take care to apply it with a microfibre mop or clean, lint-free cotton cloth, directly onto the clean and dry oiled floor. If floors are soiled, use Blanchon Powerful Cleaner beforehand.

Repair

Where the colour has faded, lightly clean with a lint-free cloth dampened with white spirit or gently sand with a 120 grit abrasive. Refinish the affected area with 1 or 2 coats of Blanchon Opaque Oil Environment following the application process above.