Oak wood is so popular that many processors also like to give it an aged look with OLI-NATURA ANTIQUE.
Oak, oak, oak: Whether as a plank floor, wall cladding, wooden staircase or table. Oak wood is so popular that many processors like to give it an aged look. This is where »OLI-NATURA Antique« comes in. This water-based aging stain is user-friendly, odorless, and safe for both the environment and health. The way »OLI-NATURA Antique« works is based on a reaction with the tannic acid content of oak and gives the wood an aged appearance. The product is suitable for both industrial and manual processing.
THE PRINCIPLE OF REACTIVE STAIN
Reactive stains create their effects by reacting with the tannins in the wood, producing an aging and greying effect. Oak has a particularly high tannic acid content, but woods such as walnut and ash also contain tannins. The varying amount of tannins in the woods produces natural color differences that give the wood its unique character.
The VOC-free reactive stain »OLI-NATURA Antique« is based on precisely this principle. It is available in three color intensities: »lyed«, »smoked« and »black smoked«. Depending on the color shade, the amount applied and the acidity of the wood, the intensity of the discoloration varies.
To achieve the desired change in appearance on oak wood, the stain is applied once or twice. It penetrates deep into the wood pores and reacts immediately with the tannins in the oak. The result is a visual greying that becomes visible immediately after application. Even after the water has evaporated, the grey coloration remains while the natural structure of the wood is preserved. The final color shade is determined by subsequent surface treatment with colorless or colored OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes.
EASY APPLICATION
»OLI-NATURA Antique« is easy to apply. Shake the contents well before use. Then apply the stain to the finely sanded wood along the grain. Excess stain can easily be removed with a sponge or cloth. When sanding, the following applies: Fine sanding produces an even surface, while coarser sanding creates a rustic look. For floors, application with a roller is recommended. On furniture, the stain can be applied with a sponge, brush or spray device.
The water-based aging stain should be applied generously so that it can penetrate deep into the wood pores. This leads to a stronger tannic acid reaction. In addition, this pretreatment technique increases the absorbency of the wood surface, optimizing the penetration depth of the subsequent oil application.
Once the wood has dried completely, the wood fibers that have risen due to the water content of the stain are removed with sharp sandpaper. After dust removal, the stained wood surface can be treated with OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes.
OILING AFTER STAINING
Staining alone does not protect the wood. Therefore, oil should be applied to the stained surface afterward. You can choose between colorless or colored OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes. Various combination options allow for many different surface effects. For example, the combination of »Antique-smoked« and »OLI-NATURA Worktop-Oil« creates a finish reminiscent of old wood. A deep black can be achieved by combining »Antique-black smoked« with Colour-Oils »Pepper Black« or »Midnight-Black«. For intensified “White Wash” or “Black Wash” effects, we recommend subsequent treatment with OLI-NATURA Professional Oil or OLI-NATURA Colour-Oil in white, grey or black.
STEP BY STEP:
1) Before staining, sand the surface and then remove all dust thoroughly.
2) Then apply the stain evenly and generously in the direction of the grain using a brush, sponge or roller.
For industrial application, »OLI-NATURA Antique« can also be processed using a roller-coating system.
3) Allow the stained wood surface to dry for long enough.
4) Once completely dry, remove the raised wood fibers caused by the water with a fine-grit sanding sponge or sandpaper (e.g. P220). Then remove all dust thoroughly.
5) The surface can now be treated with colorless or colored oils from OLI-NATURA.
Which wood oil is right for me?
If you want to buy a wood oil, the selection may initially seem huge and overwhelming. We will help you make your decision and show you which OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes are best suited to you or, more precisely, to your project. Our experts will quickly and easily recommend a suitable wood oil, answer your product questions and provide application tips. We are happy to assist you with any questions by phone at 037208/84-488 or by email at faq@oli-lacke.de. (sst_02012023)
