Timber Oiling

What Is Important About Timber Oiling?

Timber Oiling is a very important step to take when using any type of timber. We recommend our timber products to be coated with at least an oil based sealer such as Radial Timber Sealer or decking finish on external timber. Radial Timber Sealer is required to repel and control moisture, hence minimises splitting, cracking and checking that can occur. It still allows the timber to grey off naturally while leaving it look and feel like timber. It can be applied to hardwoods used for external cladding, window frames, fences, trellis, decking and pergolas

Radial Timber Sealer

Description

RADIAL TIMBER SEALER is a unique blend of organic and inorganic resins combined with an effective mouldacide, which has been developed to seal and protect Australian Timber making it the perfect Timber Pretreatment. Most timber finishes are usually designed to maintain the freshly cut appearance of timber, but to date there has been none designed to allow the timber to weather naturally to a silvery grey. RADIAL TIMBER SEALER is suitable for this purpose and is designed to be a one off initial application, for new or existing hardwood products. It helps reduce surface checking (resulting from rapid moisture loss) while still allowing the timber to naturally grey off from UV exposure.

Recommended Uses

RADIAL TIMBER SEALER can be used wherever a true unpigmented clear timber sealer is required to repel and control moisture, hence minimises splitting, cracking and checking that can occur. It still allows the timber to grey off naturally while leaving it look and feel like timber. RADIAL TIMBER SEALER can be applied to hardwoods used for external cladding, window frames, fences, trellis, decking and pergolas

Directions For Use

Ensure a clean dry surface, free from dirt, grease and wax. Greyed timber should first be cleaned with a suitable wood cleaner such as Preschem’s GREY DECK CLEANER. Brush spray or wipe one generous coat of RADIAL TIMBER SEALER on to the timber and allow 24 hours drying time.

It can be applied by any convenient means, such as brush, roller, spray or dip application. Exterior floors or decks can be easily treated with a lamb’s wool applicator. If the timber still looks dry, another application may be required. A minimum of 24 hours drying time for decking and areas subject to foot traffic is advisable. Ensure all end grain wood is well coated to minimize water absorption.

Maintenance

RADIAL TIMBER SEALER will remain water repellent for up to 12 months on fully exposed timber in most conditions. It is designed to a true one time only application on new timber. Note that it will lose water repellency over time. However, if the customer wishes to maintain water repellency while retaining the natural silver-grey weathered look, then it is recommended that Preschem’s WEATHER REPELLANT is used.

Approximate Coverage

Green Seasoned

Dressed	9-11 m²/litre	11-12 m²/litre
Rough Sawn	7-8 m²/litre	8-9 m²/litre

Clean Up

Mineral Turps

Packaging

4, 10 and 20 litre cans.

First Aid and Safety Directions

Avoid contact with skin by wearing gloves and protective clothing. Don’t breathe vapour, spray or mist. If poisoning occurs, contact a Doctor or Poison Information centre on 13 11 26

Eyes
Hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes.

Skin
Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soapy water.

If Swallowed
Do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water to drink and seek immediate medical attention. Do not give water to unconscious patient.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does Radial Timber Sealer Do?

Radial Timber Sealer helps reduce Surface Checking (resulting from rapid moisture loss) as well as providing resistance to the ageing effects of the sun and rain.

Is Radial Timber Sealer A Stain?

No, Radial Timber is a clear sealer. It does not have any colour pigment in it what so ever, Radial Timber Sealer is a pre-treatment oil that will let the timber grey off naturally

Can I Stain Over Radial Timber Sealer?

Yes, Radial Timber Sealer is a pretreatment with no pigments, meaning you can apply an oil based stain after it is applied.

How Often Do i Have To Apply Radial Timber Sealer?

If you are wanting your timber to grey off naturally then Radial Timber Sealer will only need to be applied once every 4-5 years.

Can I Apply Radial Timber Sealer Directly Onto Unseasoned Timber?

Yes, Radial Timber Sealer can be applied directly onto green/unseasoned timber but will require more sealer.

How Can I Apply Radial Timber Sealer?

Radial Timber Sealer can be applied with a brush onto the dry surface making sure timber is clean from any dirt, grease or wax before applying.

Radial Timber also have the option to pre-treat your timber before you purchase any one of there products, this is a great option to save time and the hard work of applying the sealer by hand.

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How To Get My Timber Oiled

When placing your next order from our wide range of unique and standard products, make sure to mention that you want your timber to be “Pretreated”. Your timber will then arrive ready to be installed straight away, we take the hassle out of applying an oil by hand. Call Radial Timber Today: (03) 9768 2100

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