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TOPOIL
NO MORE WATER MARKS
- Food safe (EN 1186)
- Safe for use on children’s toys (EN 71.3)
- Extremely water repellent
- Very durable and hardwearing
- Resistant to common liquid spillages such as water, juice, tea, cola and wine
- Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys
- Microporous, breathable finish which does not crack, peel or flake
- No sanding necessary for future applications. Can be spot repaired.
3058 CLEAR, MATT
The emphasis on the wood’s grain and natural characteristics provides a warm and rich effect without a sheen.
3068 NATURAL
For an almost completely natural look. Retains the wood’s light character with optimally balanced white pigments.
3037 WHITE, SATIN
The wood’s grain and natural characteristics are lightly white tinted transparently.
3038 TERRA, SATIN
The wood’s grain and natural characteristics are lightly tinted transparently giving a result similar to a dark oak effect.
How to Apply Osmo TopOil
FINISHES
Clear (Matt), Clear (Satin), Natural (Matt), Acacia (Matt), White (Satin), Terra (Satin), Graphite (Satin)
DRY TIME
8-10 hours
APPLICATION TOOLS
Osmo Flat Brush, Hand Pad or Osmo Microfibre Roller
CLEAN UP
Osmo Brush Cleaner
RECOMMENDED USE
Kitchen wooden worktop and tables
COVERAGE
24m²/L with one coat
RECOAT
One coat, when signs of wear become visible
COATS
First coat with Brush, Second coat with Cloth or Pad
SIZES
5ml, 125ml, 500ml
CARE
Osmo Spray Cleaner
SURFACE PREPARATION
Wood surface must be clean, dry and frost-free (moisture content max. 18%).
Osmo TopOil is ready to use. Do not thin. Stir well before use.
Clean old microporous stains thoroughly. Old paints and lacquers must be completely removed. As a general rule, wear a dust mask during sanding works.
Fill small cracks, larger joints or holes in wood (with Osmo Wood Filler).
Sand wood surfaces carefully. Begin with coarse sandpaper then progress to finer grades– final sanding work for furniture P150-240 (depending on wood species ). For kitchen work tops using absorbent hardwoods like Oak or Beech, final sanding grade P120. For very absorbent woods like Pine, sand to a maximum of P150.
For dark and extractive-rich woods (e.g. Iroko, Teak, Mahogany, Sapele, Wenge, Merbau, Jatoba, Cedar etc.), we recommend using Osmo Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin. A trial application is recommended.
Before oiling the surface, remove sanding dust with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
The finished surface is influenced by several factors, including the condition of the wood. Therefore, a trial application is always required, especially for unfamiliar surfaces.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Apply the first coat thinly along the wood grain with an Osmo Microfibre Roller, Flat Brush or Oil Finish Applicator Fleece.
Allow to dry for approx. 8-10 hours. Ventilate well while drying.
Apply the second coat with an Osmo Oil Finish Applicator Fleece or a lint-free cloth. Avoid covering during drying and curing. After 2-3 weeks, the surface is fully cured.
For renovations, one coat applied to the clean and dry surface with an Oil Finish Applicator Fleece or lint-free cloth is usually sufficient.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
TopOil 3028 and TopOil 3058 Clear enhances the tone of wood (permanent wet effect). TopOil 3068 Natural is slightly white tinted and counteracts exactly this effect. If applied correctly, 3068 Natural protects wood nearly invisibly and the natural colour tone of wood is preserved. TopOil 3068 Natural is visible as a slightly white chalky surface on dark/reddish wood species. Applying excess TopOil 3068 may lead to a white chalky surface. Remove visible white pigments before allowing the surface to dry.
Transparent TopOils (e.g. 3061 Acacia) are lightly pigmented, which give the wood an elegant look.
Applying the product too generously and insufficient ventilation lead to delays in drying time. For cabinet interiors and drawers, apply max. one coat thinly with a cloth. Allow for good ventilation while drying.
If a higher gloss level is desired, after thoroughly drying apply Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner (also available as Spray) thinly and polish when dry.
Wood surfaces treated with TopOil are easy to clean.
Add Osmo Wash and Care concentrate to mop water and clean the surface with a damp (not wet!) cloth.
Use Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner to remove tough stains, which cleans and regenerates the surface at the same time.
Using general or multi-purpose cleaners will increase the frequency of maintenance and recoating. Allow finish to fully cure before heavy usage.
CARE
Regular Cleaning : Dust mopping. Damp mopping using Osmo Spray-Cleaner.
Occasional Maintenance : Intensive cleaning and refreshing using Osmo Liquid Wax Cleaner or Osmo Maintenance Oil.
Recoating : Simply re-apply one coat of TopOil onto the clean and dry surface when signs of wear become visible.
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BEFORE AND AFTER EXAMPLES
*Untreated wood
**Treated with Polyx®-Oil Original
Oak
The classic type of wood. Traditional, yet timeless and always in fashion. Origin: Europe.
Alder
Shows up as yellow-reddish brown wood with fine pores. Origin: Europe.
Spruce
The most important European type of wood. Bright knotty wood used everywhere in interior design. Origin: Scandinavia / Russia.
Pine
A coveted native species with reddish-brown colour. Origin: Europe.
Ash
Predominantly bright wood with a clear and distinctive grain. Origin: Europe.
Beech
A classic, particularly popular because of its warm hue. Origin: Scandinavia / Russia.
OSMO SMALL ROLLER SET
Microfibre roller and 60mm natural bristle brush set to ensure high coverage allowing you to apply thinly, thoroughly and evenly along the wood grain and spread well. For first application, two coats is recommended onto a clean and dry surface. For renovation, just one coat is necessary.
OSMO FLAT BRUSH
Made with high quality synthetic bristles with soft tips which gives fine control in achieving the desired effect. Exceptional coverage capacities which produce professional looking results every time. Available in 25, 50, 60 and 100 mm sizes.
RECOMMENDED
For any wood types not mentioned, please always trial apply.
- Oak
- Pine
- Spruce
- Beech
- Ash
- Alder
- Douglas Fir
- Birch
- Larch
POSSIBLE
- Maple: apply very thinly and carry out a trial application before use.
- American/European Walnut: apply very thinly and carry out a trial application before use.
NOT RECOMMENDED
The wood species below are not recommended for TopOil. Please use Osmo Wood Wax Finish Extra Thin instead.
- ❌ Cedar
- ❌ Iroko
- ❌ Mahogany
- ❌ Teak
- ❌ South American Walnut
- ❌ Sapele
- ❌ Bamboo
- ❌ Acacia
- ❌ Ipe
- ❌ Merbau
- ❌ Ebony
- ❌ Wenge
- ❌ Ipe
- ❌ Sycamore
- ❌ Rosewood
ALSO NOT RECOMMENDED
- ❌ Green Oak: moisture content is often above the maximum 20% recommended.
- ❌ Idigbo: contains yellow dyes which leaches when the wood becomes wet and stains when in contact within iron.
- ❌ Other woods treated with a varnish, lacquer or other surface coatings must be completely sanded before use.


