In my experience pure Linseed oil takes a very long time to dry. Check the label fir drying times before you buy. I prefer a oil made for oiling hardwoood kitchen table tops that has a 4 hour dry time, I found in a hardware store. It penetrates deep and does not smell much after a couple of days. But my experince is limited in this area. Sent from a device made from star dust using tapatalk
Today, "boiled linseed oil" refers to a combination of raw linseed oil and metallic dryers (catalysts to accelerate drying).
Quote from: Grathr on October 25, 2014, 08:28:54 AMIn my experience pure Linseed oil takes a very long time to dry. Check the label fir drying times before you buy. I prefer a oil made for oiling hardwoood kitchen table tops that has a 4 hour dry time, I found in a hardware store. It penetrates deep and does not smell much after a couple of days. But my experince is limited in this area. Sent from a device made from star dust using tapatalkGrathr, thanks for the reply.Do you have a brand name or generic product name for oil you use for kitchen table tops? I heard various comments on linseed oil, and it does seem like boiled linseed oil(the modern version with all the addictives) do dry a little faster, but there is still smell and takes a while to dry depending on surroundings. Some complain about the possibility of it may go rancid. But for a layman like myself, I am wondering it probably may be the easiest thing to apply and manage.
I use BLO, quote from wikiQuote Today, "boiled linseed oil" refers to a combination of raw linseed oil and metallic dryers (catalysts to accelerate drying). I mix it 50/50 with white spirit this thins it out and helps it soak into the woodQuote from: comis on October 25, 2014, 09:15:43 AMQuote from: Grathr on October 25, 2014, 08:28:54 AMIn my experience pure Linseed oil takes a very long time to dry. Check the label fir drying times before you buy. I prefer a oil made for oiling hardwoood kitchen table tops that has a 4 hour dry time, I found in a hardware store. It penetrates deep and does not smell much after a couple of days. But my experince is limited in this area. Sent from a device made from star dust using tapatalkGrathr, thanks for the reply.Do you have a brand name or generic product name for oil you use for kitchen table tops? I heard various comments on linseed oil, and it does seem like boiled linseed oil(the modern version with all the addictives) do dry a little faster, but there is still smell and takes a while to dry depending on surroundings. Some complain about the possibility of it may go rancid. But for a layman like myself, I am wondering it probably may be the easiest thing to apply and manage. It does smell but I really like the smell (the smell will wear off) but I don't believe it goes rancidI often apply it just using my hands, the heat helps, but BLO will ruin your clothes! You should dispose of any waste rags carefully as they can Spontaneous combust
For the last few axe handles I've used raw linseed oil.I don't rush so the dry times aren't an issue.Apply a coat when you have the time and in a week or two or a month you'll have a nice finish.If you don't want to get messy use a medical/latex type glove and apply in small amounts as needed.And as sparky mentioned be careful with any rags etc.
I have not had any problems with boided linseed oil. I does a alitte to dry, but that also depends on how thick you apply it. If you apply it lightly on the ax handle, it will dry rather fast. It does smell for a while, but I like the smell of it. Also, make sure you get the kind with the metallic dryiers in it. It drys a lot faster.Just my 2 cents.Nate
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Quote from: zoidberg on October 25, 2014, 12:17:47 PMFor the last few axe handles I've used raw linseed oil.I don't rush so the dry times aren't an issue.Apply a coat when you have the time and in a week or two or a month you'll have a nice finish.If you don't want to get messy use a medical/latex type glove and apply in small amounts as needed.And as sparky mentioned be careful with any rags etc.Zoidberg, I think I may follow Sparky's advice to mix it with something that will aid to dry. My surrounding is way to humid, and at any rate, I won't want to want for weeks or even months for it to dry(just in case).
Thanks, Tony! I knew you would chime in. This tip will be quite helpful as I live in very humid environment, general humidity is 60-70%, and up to 80-90% during summer. I will dump the rug into a bucket of water, after applying a small amount at a time to prevent spontaneous combustion. Other than penetration and faster drying, is there any side effect or drawback on mixing it with white spirit?
I often just use my fingers to to apply it, saves on rags
Quote from: sparky415 on October 26, 2014, 12:27:55 AMI often just use my fingers to to apply it, saves on rags Ahh, but then your fingers will spontaneously combust!
I know of someone who was oiling tool handles with linseed oil and mustn't have disposed of the rags properly - her cottage burnt down and she lost EVERYTHING. So yes, it can happen (and the video suggests it WILL happen ).Also, to me a "shop" is a place where you buy things, unless it is a workshop.... ahh, cultural differences...
Quote from: Syncop8r on August 16, 2017, 10:10:57 PMI know of someone who was oiling tool handles with linseed oil and mustn't have disposed of the rags properly - her cottage burnt down and she lost EVERYTHING. So yes, it can happen (and the video suggests it WILL happen ).Also, to me a "shop" is a place where you buy things, unless it is a workshop.... ahh, cultural differences...I have taken the video as a good reminder as I don't always take enough care disposing of rags and paper waste I am seriously thinking about getting a metal waste bin with a lid for my garage or no bin at all so I remove my rubbish every day (but I know I won't )I have watched so many American you tubes I take it for granted now, Shop=Workshop @Kev, It says on the back of the bottle but I've never seen it proved before
I put BLO on everything that doesn't move