Rustins Danish Oil

Name: Rustins Danish Oil
Rating: 4.88 (219 reviews)

4.9/5 (219 reviews)

Rustins Danish Oil

size

500ml 1L 2.5L 5L

From £12.35

Quantity

Original Danish Oil formula. Non-toxic and food safe. Dries to a natural, low lustre finish.

Features

The original Danish Oil formulation
Primes, seals and finishes all woods, including oak, teak, mahogany and pine
Hard wearing and durable
Ideal for food preparation surfaces
Highly water and moisture resistant
Enhances the natural beauty of open-grained wood
Very High V.O.C

Brand

Rustins

Drying time

6 hrs

No. of coats

3 coats

Size

500ml, 1L, 2.5L, 5L

MPN

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GTIN

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Overview

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!

Preparation

New or Bare Timber

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

Previously Coated Timber

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

Application

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.

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
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
Re-coat once the previous coat is dry (approximately 4 - 6 hours in normal drying conditions)
New or bare wood should be oiled 3 times initially
Exterior wood requires a minimum of 3 coats applied liberally and not wiped off
To improve penetration and durability, dilute the first coat 20% with white spirit
If applying Danish Oil to veneered doors, it is advisable to check with the door manufacturer before proceeding

Aftercare

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.

FAQ

What sheen level is the Rustins Danish Oil?

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.

How do you clean the product if it spills? How do you clean the sponges and brushes?

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.

Can you get a spout for the 2.5l can? I use this on small decorative projects so can't just pour it everywhere messily

Unfortunately not but you can always try using LickTools Precision Decorators Tape.
Simply tear off a piece that's 8 or 9 inches long and stick it to the edge of the rim. Make sure it extends an inch or two past the rim of the can then fold the resulting tabs under, which will create a bit of a spout.

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5 stars: 195 (89%)
4 stars: 22 (10%)
3 stars: 1 (0%)
2 stars: 1 (0%)
1 star: 0 (0%)

Excellent product and excellent service

I've used Rustins Danish Oil before and again recently. It's a really good product, easy to use and gives a very good finish.

Easy to use, good coverage.

Made a great base for the beeswax. I could see straight away an improvement in the look of the wood, it appeared fresher and livelier, less dull. It is easy to apply and covers the area well. I did apply three coats, but the results made it worth the elbow grease. Gives good protection to the wood. I will use this product again to ensure the wood stays in good condition.

Excellent.

I have used Rustins Danish oil a few times over the years. Easy to use, gives a great finish. Read the instructions and you can’t go wrong.

Works well, food safe

It seems to work well, although only time will tell how durable it is. It gives a nice finish with a little care and, for me, the important thing is that it is food-safe.

Small tin but goes a long way. Brilliant product

Definitely value for money. I’m very happy with the service and the product itself.

Good

It's good but make sure you enough drawing time don't rush this product

Rustins danish oil

Provided an excellent finish on my kitchen worktop, easy to follow instructions producing the satin finish

Lovely satin finish and long lasting.

Great product. Easy to apply. Nice satin finish and long lasting weather protection

This is a fantastic product simply superb

If you’re looking for a beautiful satin finish that brings out the beautiful colour of the grain of the wood without any added tint this is the product for you. DC.

Nothing special

O K nothing special does the job

OSMO UV Oil - works well

I used the clear Osmo UV Oil 420 for my cladding, it applied easily, it has restored some shine and color back into the wood. I just hope it lasts a while.

Great product very easy to use

One of the best wood treatment products I have ever used. Gives a great finish when you put enough coats on which obviously varies depending on type and condition of wood used.

Excellent product

Rustins Danish Oil is the best I've ever used for low lustre colour - it just enriches the natural colour of the wood, and easy to apply.

Good product and the cheapest price online

Great danish oil, goes a long way and it does what it says on the tin

Brilliant

Fab finish and food safe on turned oak bowls

Fab stuff

Really nice oil to use can be used for all sorts

Excellent have used it before

Easy to use with a great finish

Perfect finish

I used this danish oil on oak flooring - it went on like a dream using a lint free rag. Used three coats followed by three coats of Rustins Floor Oil using same method- a brilliant finish. Both products dry quickly when applied by a rag, the trick is to remove any excess. A fair bit of effort but well worth it.

Quality

Excellent product, fast delivery and best price at the time of purchase

Easy to apply and an excellent finish

I have used this product for many years on our outdoor dining furniture which still looks good after 15 years.

Great product. easy to use and lovely finish

Great product. easy to use and lovely finish

Excellent product

Used this on several occasions - the last on wooden venetian blinds. Desired finish achieved every time

Perfect - did an amazing job on our outside table after we sanded it down

Brilliant finish - did 3 coats and now totally waterproof

Arrived quick

Bought it for my son he used it and was very happy with the product

Excellent product

Easy to work with and applying 3 coats gave my worktops a great finish and I used half the amount of oil I expected to.

Best one on the market

Worth paying a bit extra as this is a good quality product.

Excellent

I purchased a new unit with an American white oak top. Manufacture recommended their own danish oil at a high price. Rustins was reasonably priced so I took a chance. It was superb giving a lovely smooth finish and absorbed really well leaving no greasy areas. The colour is now richer and I love it. I highly recommend it.

Unpleasant odour

The smell from this oil is rather rancid and too many months to diminish. Maybe best for external wood, but not for interior

Exceptional

Brought all our victorian pine doors up to life. Fabulous product, on skirts, doors, facings and stairs. Very pleased with results al round.

Very good product

Very good product, used it on summerhouse in the garden. Waterproof and tough

Are these brand new worktops? No, they are 8 years old.

If you have a kitchen in which you do not cook because it is a shrine to opulence then you need to get a life. Families who do cook good food for their families will put their kitchen work tops through the ropes and inevitably leave them in a well and truly used state. Scuffs and scratches can be sanded out, saw dust wiped clear and then with a simple application of this Rustins Danish Oil these same worktops are 'Belle of the Ball' once more.

Excellent

Great product, wood finish perfect, I gave 4 later.

Excellent

Lasts ages, managed to coat the entire 10m walnut worktop and upstand with multiple coats, hardly looks like the tin has gone down! Putting the finishing touches together now.