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...Polyx® Oil - Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I stain the floor a different colour? |
| Yes, with Osmo Wood Wax Finish. Apply the product with a firm brush, allow it to work in for a few minutes and then wipe off the excess with a cloth, following the grain of the wood. Leave the floor to dry overnight, ensuring that there is good ventilation and then apply one or two thin coats of Polyx®-Oil to finish. |
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Can I change the colour of a previously coloured floor? |
| Once a floor has been coloured, it is not possible to change the shade without removing the colour by sanding or Osmo Paint Remover. |
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How should I prepare the surface of my wood floor? |
| The surface should be sanded following the grain of the wood and finished with 120-150 grit sandpaper. Care should be taken to remove all scratch marks. |
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What happens if I damage part of my floor? |
| Unlike many of the traditional lacquers, damaged areas on floors treated with our products can be sanded and re-treated with the same products without any visible brushmarks. |
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Do I need to sand between coats? |
| You should always assess the surface before applying the second coat, as sanding between coats may be necessary. |
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Is there anything special to watch out for when treating hardwood floors? |
| Some hardwoods such as jatoba and merbau are dense and have a high oil content, which reduces their capacity to absorb other coatings. We recommend treating woods such as these with Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin, which is thin enough to penetrate deeply into the pores of these wood species. |
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What happens if I over apply? |
| If you have applied too much Polyx®-Oil, the drying time will be extended considerably. If this happens, provide additional ventilation by opening windows and doors so that the product can dry naturally by oxidation. If damage occurs to the surface as a result, repair the surface as described above. |
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What happens if I under apply? |
| If you have applied too little of the product, the surface may watermark, the wood may dry out or appear dull. In such cases, please apply another thin coat of Osmo Polyx®-Oil. |
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How long does the surface take to dry? |
| Osmo products dry within 8-10 hours (except Polyx®-Oil Rapid: 4-6 h). The surface dries by oxidation and absorption. Please ensure that there is sufficient ventilation for drying purposes. |
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When can I walk on the floor again? |
| As a general rule, the floor can be used one day after the final coat is applied. However, you must make sure that the final coat is dry to the touch. The surface will take 14 days to cure completely. |
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Does the floor need polishing once the final coat of Osmo Polyx®-Oil has been applied? |
| No, at this stage no further floor treatment is necessary. However, the surface may be buffed with a single-disc buffing machine (white pad) once completely dry. If a higher level of sheen is desired, the floor can be treated after one day at the earliest with Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner and then polished. |
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How do I maintain my floor? |
| This all depends on how much it is used. For regular, protective cleaning, we recommend adding Osmo Wash and Care to the mop water. If the floor starts to look dull and lifeless, simply refresh it using Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner. This can be done in small areas, e.g. under doors or where there are rub marks, without needing to refresh the whole floor area, since our products leave no visible brushmarks. If the signs of wear and tear are more substantial, the floor should be re-treated with Osmo Polyx®-Oil. The Osmo Opti-Set has proven to be an invaluable tool in maintaining floors, as it contains all the implements required for the job, including mops and cloths. |
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Can I change the colour of a previously coloured floor? |
| Once a floor has been coloured, it is not possible to change the shade without removing the colour by sanding or Osmo Paint Remover. |
