Overview
Pure tung oil forms a tough, all-natural oil finish that seals out water, and is completely unaffected by alcohol or acetone. It penetrates deep into wood pores, sealing the surface and creating a smooth, satiny sheen. This Rockler exclusive finish is made from 100% pure tung oil, making it one of the safest and highest quality oil finishes available. Choose from pint or quart sizes.
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Kathleen J
on Mar 28, 2017
This is the only pure Tung Oil I could find. I'm working on restoring the teak on the boat we inherited from the Hubster's grandfather. The teak has been neglected for years, so I want to nourish it with the pure oil before coating with any finish and varnish.
Disclaimer: This is my first brightwork restoration, so I cannot say this is the preferred way to do it. It just seems to make sense to "feed" the wood with pure oil before sealing it all up with finish or varnish.
Disclaimer: This is my first brightwork restoration, so I cannot say this is the preferred way to do it. It just seems to make sense to "feed" the wood with pure oil before sealing it all up with finish or varnish.
Stephanie B
on Aug 5, 2017
Have used before. GOOD PRODUCT
Alan H
on May 4, 2017
Have used before. GOOD PRODUCT
Alan H
on May 4, 2017
Oil for my Greenland Paddle
Danielle H
on Mar 5, 2017
Can you put tung oil on wood that has mineral oil applied?
Can this be used on new outdoor eucalyptus furniture before first use?
Has anyone used the General Finishes Arm-R-Seal (gloss) over the Rockler pure tung oil? If so, how long should I let the tung oil cure before applying Arm-R-Seal? And do I need to prep the tung finish (ie: 0000 steel wool, etc) prior as well?
I made a silverware chest for my great grandmother's wedding set and have about 4 coats of pure tung oil on it. I picked up a pint of this finish for use on another project and absolutely LOVE the results! So much so that I really want to use it on the exterior of the quarter-sawn white oak & lacewood chest, but not at the expense of sanding down the tung oil. Also, any recommendations for masking off areas I don't want the finish to get on (specifically the inside edges of the top and drawer). It's easier to control where it goes, being a wipe on finish, but any extra protection would be great.
Thanks in advance!
I made a silverware chest for my great grandmother's wedding set and have about 4 coats of pure tung oil on it. I picked up a pint of this finish for use on another project and absolutely LOVE the results! So much so that I really want to use it on the exterior of the quarter-sawn white oak & lacewood chest, but not at the expense of sanding down the tung oil. Also, any recommendations for masking off areas I don't want the finish to get on (specifically the inside edges of the top and drawer). It's easier to control where it goes, being a wipe on finish, but any extra protection would be great.
Thanks in advance!
Rockler's Tung Oil
BEST ANSWER: Yes, though for the satin rather than the gloss. I put on 5 coats of Tung and then three of Arm-R-Seal on a red oak panel. I did not sand between the Tung coats, but did sand and hand-buff between the Arm-R-Seal coats to denib and smooth. It worked fine, though I waited 2 weeks+ before adding that topcoat. Also, I only put the poly on one side of the panel.
Any poly will help with durability, and 4 coats of Tung is probably not enough protection, so do it. Poly can always go over a drying oil, and there's little need to sand under it since the poly makes it irrelevant.
I tried masking off my tenons and mortises from the Tung, with mediocre results. Having used the poly, I think it might work slightly better.
Any poly will help with durability, and 4 coats of Tung is probably not enough protection, so do it. Poly can always go over a drying oil, and there's little need to sand under it since the poly makes it irrelevant.
I tried masking off my tenons and mortises from the Tung, with mediocre results. Having used the poly, I think it might work slightly better.
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- Jason H on Jun 9, 2017
I want to use this on the face of my fireplace will the heat affect this product ( tung oil) ?
Is tung oil good as a musical instrument (guitar) finish?
BEST ANSWER: I think that Lacquer work much better and is a more traditional finish for instruments
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- Rick H Staff on May 16, 2017
Is this good for clear cedar window and door trims?
BEST ANSWER: I would think it would be fine for interior use bit I wouldn't use it for exterior use.
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- GREG K on Sep 30, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 26, 2015
Is this food safe (FDA approved)?
BEST ANSWER: It is labeled as pure (100 percent) Tung oil and should be food safe once cured. I'm not aware of FDA approvals however. There are on-line sources which may bea able to answer that and proved additional information.
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- Ken P on Apr 20, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2015
Can I use Tung Oil on refinishing Hardwood floors?
BEST ANSWER: Tung oil is great for hardwood floors, once it is applied that is. The problem is that tung oil takes some time to cure between coats and then to really cure after the final coat. And you need to do a few coats. It is beautiful when done properly and is easy to freshen up when needed. Unlike many other finishes, if you get a scratch or a scuff in the floor, or if you want to freshen up a high traffic area, it is very easy to fix without having to do the entire floor like you would with a poly finish, for example.
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- Dave L on Jul 10, 2016
Help Rockler Tung oil will not dry. I have used this product before with success, but it is not drying on a Dutch Elm table top. First coat cut (55/50) with mineral spirits was reasonably dry when I applied a second coat of 100% Tung oil. I wiped off the excess afterward. It's been 3 days now and it is still oily to the touch. I was planning to top coat with a General Finishes Oil and Urethane top coat, but I am holding off. Any suggestions how to get it dry, if not how do I take remove it?
BEST ANSWER: First, I'm going to presume the tung oil was "fresh" (not containing globs or such). I personally have not had problems with the Rockler Tung Oil for up to a year when properly stored. You say the first coat was "reasonably" dry. If it was less than 24 hours, it may not have been as dry as you thought. If you applied the second coat and it was not dry, you may be looking at up to 30 days before the top coat "drys". Depending on temperature and humidity, I've had to wait two or three weeks between the full strength top coats. Unfortunately, I have not found or heard of a way to accelerate the drying. Good news is you are on the right track with the oil based Poly top coat. Might want to look at YouTube (Charles Neil, WoodWhisperer, etc.). Removing = taking off top coat of wood. Tung Oil (pure) is a penetrating oil. Not too much else to say. Good luck and lots of patience.
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- Allan on Jun 20, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 9, 2015
Is this pure tung oil a soft finish, a blend, that dries in the wood? Or does this build up layers like a regular varnish ?
BEST ANSWER: It is a soft finish but it does dry and will build layers. However, each coat is extremely thin and will take forever to get the kind of build you see with varnish.
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- David M on Apr 30, 2017
- Purchased on May 8, 2015
Can it be used over a tung oil that has varnish?
BEST ANSWER: Sorry, I don't know about that. I've always used it on either bare wood or stained wood but never anything that already had a finish on it.
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- GREG K on Aug 2, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 26, 2015
How does this affect the color of the wood, particularly pine?
BEST ANSWER: tung oil leaves a light finish with a slightly amber color
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- Patrick D on Apr 19, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2015
can I mix tung oil with a polyeurethane for a table top and if so how do I do it and what type of poly do I use?
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I bought a quart from Rockler...
I bought a quart from Rockler about two years ago and finished a desk top. Stored the leftovers in glass and am currently using the remainder to upgrade the desk. Totally satisfied with the results. This is pure, raw tung oil, not processed into a varnish!
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October 8, 2011
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Works well
I used this (pure) Tung oil product in a varnish mixture where it provided the water resistive component. Mixed well, went on well, finish is great. Will continue to use and recommend to others.
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I use it on carved walking...
I use it on carved walking sticks with very good results, especially when mixed 50/50 with mineral spirits for first two coats
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September 5, 2010
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I love the way it brings the glow out of wood
It's not the fastest way to finish wood but but if your not
worried about time and you want to see the grain lines of the wood you'll love it. it ain't easy just worth it.
worried about time and you want to see the grain lines of the wood you'll love it. it ain't easy just worth it.
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Excellent product, pricing and shipping. Completely...
Excellent product, pricing and shipping. Completely satisfied. First rate customer service, too.
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September 9, 2010
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Solar UV radiation helps product set-up
Great product. Will use it again. This Oil Expands and Fills in any place it pools. Nice for Knots in wood or small cracks. Direct Solar UV radiation seems to help it set-up. (several days of it) Sand with fine steel wool then re-apply very thin coat. The smell is rich and endearing. Warm the product a little prior to applying helps flow and penetration. Only warm what you are going to use, (warm the wood also, or the wood will cool the oil. again, not HOT, just latte temp. 140 deg.F.) A little goes a long way. Love it.
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First time using real Tung oil.
Kept trying various tung oil Finishes, but none gave the desired result. Broke down and got the real stuff. So glad I did. Chatoyance pops. Real character and depth. Finish is smooth without being shiny. Looks like fine finished wood. Not plastic, but not bare. Perfect.
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Nice pure tung
This oil is just pure oil and works great as a natural finish when thinned 50% as directed on the jug. i like that is dries much faster than Boiled linseed oil.
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Tung Oil Finish looks good
I'd never used a tung oil finish before but I mixed it 50/50 with mineral spirits and applied 4 coats. Looks greats. I finished it off with 3 coats of spray lacquer. Perfect!
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It's worth the time and work.
Using the tung oil to finish a slab of walnut to use as a base for to ham radios. Wet sanded with 320 grit, now 600 grit, then rubbing with a pommel. Let dry for a week and continue with 600 grit and more rubbing. The depth of the grain and glass like finish is beautiful.
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Disclaimer: This is my first brightwork restoration, so I cannot say this is the preferred way to do it. It just seems to make sense to "feed" the wood with pure oil before sealing it all up with finish or varnish.