Specification
TECHNICAL DATA
WAT- 09
WATCO
®
TUNG OIL FINISH
Form: JPB-31
Rev.: 110413
1
.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
WATCO Tung Oil Finish will restore and enhance the natural
color and warmth of wood in only a few steps. Tung Oil Finish
deeply penetrates into the surface of stained and unfinished
wood to protect from moisture and provides the look of a hand
rubbed finish. Watco Tung Oil Finish is a fast drying ready to use
formula that will not darken over time and can be reapplied as
needed to bring back the luster and refresh the character of
interior wood furniture, trim, molding and more.
.PRODUCTS .
266634 Quart
SURFACE PREPARATION .
Remove any existing finishes with sandpaper or stripper.
Prepare bare wood for oil treatment by sanding in the direction of
the grain. Begin with #120 grit sandpaper and progress though
#150, #180 and #220 grits. Before applying Watco Tung Oil
Finish, remove all sanding dust and dirt with a vacuum, tack cloth,
or rag dampened with mineral spirits. To remove grease, oils or
adhesive use a rag dampened with mineral spirits. Ensure wood
is dry and free from subsurface moisture before applying Tung
Oil Finish.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may
Release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD
DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS BRAIN
DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN
SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a
HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead
Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to
www.epa.gov/lead.
PRODUCT APPLICATION .
Protect surrounding areas with a solvent resistant drop cloth
covered in newspaper around the work area in case of drips or
spills. Protect eyes and skin, wear safety goggles and chemical
resistant gloves.
Use adequate ventilation at all times. Apply only when the air
and surface temperatures are above 50°F, and below 95°F. Use
full strength. Test Watco Tung Oil Finish in an inconspicuous
area prior to use.
APPLICATION
1. Shake container thoroughly
2. Flood on heavy application with a lint free cloth or high
quality brush. Apply additional material to areas that absorb
all the liquid. Allow to penetrate for 15 minutes.
3. Wipe surface thoroughly with a clean lint free cloth to
remove excess oil from the surface.
4. After 24 hours of dry time, apply a second coat and allow
Tung Oil to penetrate the surface for 5 – 10 minutes before
buffing with a clean, lint free cloth.
Two light coats are recommended for best appearance. Gloss
level will increase with additional coats. Allow wood to completely
dry (minimum 24 hours) before using.
Maintenance
Periodically re-apply additional coats to refresh and enhance the
gloss and surface of the wood as needed.
CLEANUP
For easy clean-up, use paint thinner or mineral spirits. Dispose of
properly. For guidance on disposal of unused product, contact
your local or state government environmental control agency.