Wood wax oil is a natural plant-extracted cleaning agent, mainly used for the surface treatment of wood and other absorbent materials, with environmental protection, maintenance and decorative functions. The following is an introduction from multiple angles:
1. Definition and ingredients
– Definition
– Wood wax oil is the common name for “vegetable oil wax coating” in China. It belongs to natural wood coating, with plant oils and plant waxes as core ingredients, which is different from petrochemical synthetic resin paint.
– Core ingredients
– Oil: refined linseed oil, catalpa oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil, etc., used to penetrate the interior of the wood and provide deep nourishment.
– Wax: Brazilian palm wax, candelilla wax, etc., combined with wood fibers to enhance surface hardness and waterproofness.
– Other: plant resin, environmentally friendly organic pigments (food grade), does not contain harmful substances such as benzene, formaldehyde, heavy metals, etc.
2. Principle and effect
– Penetration and protection
– Oil penetrates the interior of the wood, moisturizes the wood fibers and prevents cracking; wax forms an open matte layer on the surface, which is waterproof, anti-fouling and wear-resistant.
– Retains the natural texture of the wood, feels warm, and presents a variety of styles such as antique, Chinese, and pastoral.
– Comparison with traditional paint
– Environmental protection: odorless, non-toxic, suitable for indoor and outdoor use (such as children’s toys and furniture).
– Breathability: Wood can breathe, reduce expansion and contraction, and adapt to humid or dry environments.
– Durability: Anti-ultraviolet, anti-mildew and anti-corrosion, outdoor use can last 2-5 years, better than wood oil.
3. Advantages and limitations
– Advantages
– Environmental protection and health: Natural raw materials, no chemical pollution, in line with the needs of green home.
– Easy construction: Can be sprayed and wiped, no professional tools required, suitable for DIY
– Easy to repair: It can be directly repainted after local wear and tear, without overall renovation.
– Widely applicable: Suitable for soft and hard wood furniture, floors, wooden houses, outdoor fences, etc., and can also be used for materials such as clay and OSB boards.
– Limitations
– Weak concealing ability: It cannot cover wood defects and needs to be used with high-quality wood.
– Slow drying: It takes 16-24 hours for the surface to dry, and ventilation must be maintained (to avoid odor), and construction requires patience.
– Limited hardness: It is not as hard as paint film, but it feels more natural.
4. Application scenarios
– Indoor
– For furniture, floors, wall panels, children’s toys, etc., it is recommended to use color wax or clear oil.
– Outdoor
– For wooden houses, pavilions, fences, etc., you need to choose hard wax oil with strong weather resistance.
### 5. Market classification and purchase suggestions
– Market type
– Authentic wood wax oil: high wax content, high coating rate (1L can cover 16-26㎡), good waterproofness, and high price.
– Inferior wood oil: only contains vegetable oil, no wax, low solid content (1L can cover 5-8㎡), poor weather resistance, and easy to fade.
– Improved fake paint: contains chemical solvents, has paint film, and poor environmental protection.
– Purchasing tips
– Check the ingredients: Confirm that it contains vegetable wax (such as palm wax) rather than pure wood oil.
– Test sample: The genuine product is odorless and has no residue after drying; the color is rich and natural.
– Choose a brand: Regular brand packaging is clearly marked (indoor/outdoor, transparent/covered type), and the sales staff is highly professional.
VI. Construction and maintenance
– Construction steps
– Polish the wood surface until smooth → Clean and dust → Apply evenly 1-2 times → Polish → Ventilate and dry.
– Note: Choose special oil for different purposes (such as hard wax oil for floors and clear wax for mahogany).
– Maintenance
– Wipe with a damp cloth for daily cleaning; regular re-application can extend the life.
In short, wood wax oil is an ideal choice for wood protection with its natural and environmentally friendly, breathable and weather-resistant, easy to construct characteristics, especially suitable for homes or outdoor scenes that pursue natural texture and environmental protection.