Cabot® Australian Timber Oil® is a unique blend of oils, originally formulated to protect dense Australian tallowwood, cambara and merbau from extreme exposures. It is a proven translucent-oil treatment that is specially formulated for decks, siding, railings and outdoor furniture.
Does Australian Timber Oil protect wood?
Containing a precise blend of superb-grade linseed oil for maximum penetration, long-oil alkyds for durability and pure South American tung oil for color depth and water repellency, Australian Timber Oil delivers three-way oil protection and a beautiful hardwood stain.
Does Australian Timber Oil need two coats?
Apply only one coat of Cabot Australian Timber Oil. [Application with a lambswool applicator is the preferred method, although brushing with a natural bristle brush is acceptable. For outdoor furniture, best results are achieved by hand-rubbing the finish into the wood with a soft cloth.]
How often apply Australian Timber Oil?
Apply Cabot Australian Timber Oil for Decks, Siding, Railings & Outdoor Furniture to small sections at a time – 2- 3 boards at a time. Product that does not penetrate must be removed or rubbed into the boards parallel to the wood grain.
Is Timber Oil better than stain?
Both oils and stains have their own distinct advantages. Essentially, what differentiates oils from stains is that a stain will improve the appearance of the deck by changing the timber colour; while an oil will enhance the current colour if you are wanting to leave your wood as is.
What is the shelf life of Cabot Australian Timber Oil?
Unopened cans of deck stain – just like regular paint – have a shelf-life of up to 5 or 6 years before they start to deteriorate. So if you didn’t have time to start your project this year then there’s no reason to worry. You can use the paint at any time that suits you within this timeframe.
Can I put two coats of Australian Timber Oil on my deck?
Some thought that Australian Timber Oil was a great product, others did not, but that is true for almost all other products as well. I used one coat, if using two coats it would have to be applied before it is completely dried, wet on wet application, otherwise it won’t penetrate through the first coat.
Can you put timber oil over stain?
Anyway, don’t apply oil over a deck stain. The deck stain works because it contains pigment and a binder (usually oil or water-based finish) to bond the pigment in the wood. You don’t want a build because it will peel if water gets underneath.
Is Australian Timber Oil water based?
for decks and outdoor furniture. Penetrates deep into woods to accentuate natural wood depth and patina.
How long does Cabot Australian Timber Oil take to dry?
DRYING TIME
Approximately 24 hours depending on temperature and humidity. When applied to decking covered by a canopy or roof structure, the drying time will be extended.
What oils are in Cabot Australian Timber Oil?
Cabot Australian Timber Oil for Decks and Outdoor Furniture is a unique blend of oils originally formulated to protect dense tallowwood, cambara and merbau from the extreme Australian exposures.
Is Cabot Clear wood Protector oil based?
It is an oil based product with easy soap and water cleanup. Product soaks into the wood and dries quickly.
Does Cabot Australian timber oil peel?
To a lesser extent, other products like semi-transparent stains, Cabot Semi-Solid® Stains and Cabot Decking Stains can flake and peel from wood siding or deck structures if these products are over-applied.
Should I oil or varnish wood?
Varnish protects wood better than wood oil.
More varnish on the wood equals more protection against moisture, dents, scratches, and blemishes. Since wood oil penetrates wood deeply, there is less wood oil on the top of the wood and more wood oil inside the wood.
Can you put water based decking oil over oil based?
ANSWER: Yes! but the underlying finish has to be absolutely dry. When using a water based topcoat over an oil based stain, allow oil based finishes, such as Java Gel Stain, to dry at least 72 hours before coating with a water based topcoat.
