10 Best Wood Oils

A versatile product made from natural ingredients - it does not contain volatile solvents and harmful chemical additives. The oil has unique properties, providing effective protection against moisture, ultraviolet radiation, high temperatures and mechanical stress. At the same time, the protective properties act for several years without additional processing.This result was achieved thanks to a special technology for the interaction of oil with wood. Unfortunately, the product is not widely used in Russia. Despite the impressive performance, most potential buyers are put off by the high price.

Universal oil for outdoor and indoor use, which is suitable for treating any surface - terrace boards, furniture products, interior items and floor coverings. The product is suitable for hardwoods and heat treated wood. Users note the almost complete absence of smell and high polymerization speed - the drying time to touch is one hour. Unfortunately, the manufacturer offers only eight color solutions - this is a rather low figure for modern paints and varnishes.

The products of this company relatively recently appeared on the consumer market - before, the manufacturer collaborated exclusively with furniture manufacturers. The oil itself is highly fluid, which makes it easy to spread the product over the surface. Gum turpentine is used as a solvent, which guarantees the absence of an unpleasant odor. After drying, a durable coating with high dirt-repellent properties is formed. Due to the natural base, the oil can be used to treat wooden utensils and children's toys.

A representative of an ecological line of oils with the possibility of tinting from a well-known Finnish manufacturer. The vast majority of organic carbons in the composition are replaced by biological components without loss of performance.The product is easily absorbed into the wood structure and forms a reliable coating that is resistant to UV radiation and atmospheric factors. This oil is suitable for treating deck boards, garden parquet and other hardwood flooring. Compared to other outdoor formulations, the oil has a fairly liquid consistency, which increases product consumption.

Universal oil of the budget segment, designed for processing various wooden structures that are not subject to intense mechanical stress. Natural components highlight the texture of wood, forming a matte surface. The product is suitable for processing any vertical and horizontal surfaces indoors. Oil tinting is allowed - the manufacturer offers many color solutions for interior and decorative finishes. It should also be borne in mind that the drying time of this oil is somewhat higher than that of similar products.

Natural based oil that can be used as a topcoat or on its own. The composition forms a silky colorless coating on the surface, absolutely safe for humans even at high temperatures. Users note the high absorbency and soft coniferous aroma of the product. It is also necessary to note the long shelf life - up to seven years in a closed container. Unfortunately, this product is not suitable for outdoor use, which somewhat limits the scope.

The product is based on tung oil and special additives that provide deep penetration into the wood structure, eliminating the formation of stains and streaks. After polymerization, the oil forms a water-repellent, abrasion-resistant oil.It must be borne in mind that this oil is intended exclusively for processing horizontal planes indoors. For finishing terrace boards and other outdoor work, you will have to use other compositions.

Classic oil for woodworking, made on the basis of linseed drying oil and functional additives. The universal composition is suitable for any type of wood, regardless of the geometric complexity of the design. The manufacturer took care of obtaining European certificates confirming the safety of the oil in contact with food and children's toys. Due to the increased fluidity, the composition is easily applied and distributed over the surface. However, this feature has a downside - several treatments are required to effectively impregnate the wood.

The composition is intended for the treatment of horizontal and vertical wooden structures that operate in conditions of high humidity and temperature extremes. Due to the natural base, the oil has a pleasant smell. The covering protects a surface from pollution and prevents cracking of wood. Also, the product has antiseptic properties, preventing the development of pathogens. The relative disadvantages include storage conditions - the oil must be protected from freezing.

The use of this oil allows you to get a high-quality coating with high protective and decorative properties on any wooden surface. The product is designed specifically for floor coverings - after polymerization, the composition forms a strong protective barrier that is safe for the health of others and resistant to various types of loads. These properties are provided by vegetable hard waxes - carnauba and candelilla.Also, the advantages of the oil include economical consumption and high covering power - most coatings only need one treatment. The only drawback of the product is simply an indecently high price even for a world-famous company.