Repeatable oil finish for interior timber features?

**Dusty Dave** · 6th November 2017, 12:50 PM

Hi all, I'm doing some renovations on an open-plan farmhouse.

Some of it is getting painted, but some of the bigger / more interesting bits of rough sawn timber will get a light sanding and left exposed. I'd like to 'finish' these areas as I go, rather than wait until I've finished the whole place (which could take years)

I'm thinking of oiling rather than varnishing, both for a more rustic look, and also to avoid 'joins' where I'm not yet ready to finish a whole large element. Hoping I can just oil to a convenient point, then pick up later where I left off without leaving an obvious join (as long as I use the same product). I'll also have a few weathered/recycled timber features in the place. Figured I'd just settle on one product to keep handy and use it any time something needs a bit of love.

Is this a reasonable plan? What would you recommend? Mineral oil? Buffing oil? Danish oil? Beeswax?

**Dave Reed** · 6th November 2017, 04:48 PM

Any of the Tung oil based products will do the job but keep in mind the oil will darken the wood over time (degree of darkening is mainly dependent on the type of wood). I don't think this is a problem but that's only my personal view
Probably a good idea to stick with oiling as varnish will tend to 'yellow' the timber slightly over time particularly if the timber is exposed to sunlight. This is harder to match than darkening of the wood from oils

**AlexS** · 6th November 2017, 05:24 PM

Agree with the idea of oiling for the reason Dave gave, also, it's much easier to fix any damage. Have a talk to Livos in Melbourne, they make a large range of indoor & outdoor oils. They advertise on these forums, or send a PM to AngellaPetruzzi on these forums.

**AngelaPetruzzi** · 25th November 2017, 10:26 AM

Dusty, if you have not decided or started, give us a call at Livos or have a look at the website.

By exposed do you mean external? If so, then the decking oil would be suitable. Penetrating, pigments for UV protection and easy to rejuvenate. No peeling, cracking or sanding back.

If internal, the Kunos natural oil sealer is the one we predominantly use on timber and concrete floors (internal). Domestic and commercial. It has the benefits of penetrating oils, hardening resins and wax for water resistance.
Yes, you can stop and start but if you leave it too long, you may get a slight colour difference from the timber.

What species of timber is it and what grit is it finished up to?

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