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Tung Olie
What:
A natural oil derived from the nuts of the Tung tree. Free from solvents, hardeners or quickening agents.
Result:
Satin gloss to gloss with an amber color.
Absorbed in the wood, but can also be build up in layers to form a tough, hard and dense protective coat.
Preparation:
Sand the surface u/i grit 600. Remove dust and grease.
Grainfilling for a satin gloss is optional, for a higher gloss recommended. Can be filled with grainfiller or by sanding in the oil with waterproof sandpaper which creates a smudge of sand dust and oil that will cure hard in the pores.
Application:
With a brush, sponge or cloth, or for grainfilling with 600 grit waterproof sandpaper or Kovax Assilex. Switch every 1 – 2 layers to a finer grit.
Let the oil set for max up to 20 minutes till still wet and rub well with a lint-free cloth.
Apply the next layer after 2 – 4 hours.
A minimum of 4 layers is required for a good protection, 6 -8 layers will bring a higher gloss.
The last layers are rubbed, or sanded, in the direction of the grain.
Finish and maintain:
This oil requires a longer drying time, usually 48 hours, but can take even a week. Completely cured after 1-2 weeks.
Optionally for extra gloss, a final layer of Lemon oil can be applied.
After time, a new layer of Tung oil can be applied. Clean your guitar with a damp (not wet) cloth or Lemon oil and apply 1 or 2 new layers of Tung Oil.
Safety:
Let used cloths dry flat outside due to the risk of self-combustion!
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