Guides & Tips

Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions and information that matters to us - including useful facts about our different types of oil and care instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Impregnating oils

... penetrate deep into the wood, fill the pores, and reliably protect the wood from within. They do not form a surface layer, but rather provide an open-pore impregnation. The gloss level is rather low, while the enhancement of the wood grain is pronounced ...

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boiled linseed oil

... It is the forefather of all oils and forms a protective layer of linoxin after curing. Our OLI-NATURA boiled linseed oil is even certified food-safe: An entirely biological traditional coating at the cutting edge ...

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Hardwax oils

... combine oils and waxes in one product. While the oil preserves the wood from within, the wax remains as a thin layer on the wood surface. The result is a matte, shimmering finish and a very durable surface ...

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Pigment oils

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raw wood effect oil

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Proper Care for Oiled Furniture

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Properly caring for hardwax oil-finished furniture

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Oil or lacquer?

Differences at a glance