Treating wood with varnish or oil? - Differences at a glance

Boiled linseed oil is "New Old School" - an almost forgotten traditional coating that was once commonly used for wooden surfaces and building elements - both indoors and outdoors. In 2015, we rediscovered the traditional recipe, carefully developed it further, and had it tested for contact with food. Today, boiled linseed oil is one of the most original ways for many manufacturers and wood lovers to naturally protect wood: for cutting boards, end grain, kitchen wood, turned works as well as bowls, knife handles, toys, bird & bee houses, windows and doors. Our boiled linseed oil is produced in a gentle cooking process exclusively from pure, cold-pressed linseed oil. For faster and more uniform drying, we only add a minimal amount of a modern drying agent to the recipe. Further additives and solvents are taboo. Moreover: our boiled linseed oil is LFGB-tested and suitable for wooden surfaces with food contact. After application, the boiled linseed oil forms a permanent bond with the wood and creates a water-repellent layer. The application remains deliberately simple: apply generously with a cotton cloth or brush, let it soak in briefly, and wipe off excess oil. After sufficient drying, the application can be repeated several times. Usually, two to three coats are sufficient. The wood appears livelier, warmer, and richer in tone. Light woods develop a natural honey tone.

OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil for almost all interior wood surfaces Oil impregnates. Wax protects. OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil is the ECARF-certified oil-wax combination for almost any interior wood project. The oil impregnates the wood from the inside, while the wax additionally protects the surface with a fine protective film. Which types of wood and applications is OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil suitable for?  OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil is the right choice if you are looking for a classic hard wax oil that can be used for almost all interior wood projects – instead of having a different wood oil in the cupboard for each application. Whether it's furniture, dining tables, kitchen worktops, stairs, doors, wall paneling or window sills – the oil-wax combination is suitable for almost all types of wood and wood-based materials, including maple, beech, oak, ash, spruce and pine, as well as cork, bamboo, OSB, plywood and multiplex. The hard wax oil is particularly suitable if light woods are only to be subtly deepened in color and you want an easy-to-apply, open-pored and repair-friendly surface. Do you want a transparent colored look? Then choose OLI NATURA® COLOUR Hard Wax Oil – also in Cotton White for the popular Scandi look. Do you prefer the stronger color deepening of a classic impregnating oil? Then OLI NATURA® Project Oil is the right choice. What does wood look like after OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil? The natural wood look is preserved. Grain and structure are subtly highlighted, and the surface remains open-pored and tactile. The subtle color deepening harmoniously brings out particularly light wood species. The result is a silky matte finish. For an even more matte appearance, the surface can be polished during the wet phase with a white oil pad. How easy is OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil to apply? The oil-wax combination can be applied easily and evenly. For furniture, one coat is usually sufficient. For stairs and heavily used worktops, a second coat is recommended – without intermediate sanding. Hard wax oil is not varnish. Apply thinly – that's enough. The surface is durable, dirt and water repellent, and easy to care for. Scratches and signs of wear can be repaired locally or simply refreshed at any time – without sanding. The oil does not crack, peel, or flake. What can you rely on with OLI NATURA® Hard Wax Oil? After complete curing, the surface is harmless to humans, animals, and plants. Tested for everyday use: ECARF-certified (allergy-friendly), food contact-tested (LFGB), suitable for children's toys, and approved by building authorities.

RAW WOOD LOOK. ALMOST LIKE UNTREATED. Inspired by Scandinavian living styles, OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE preserves the natural expression of light woods. The typical darkening of the wood is reduced, its natural color is largely retained, and the surface appears almost freshly sanded. Its high light stability helps slow down darkening and yellowing – while providing reliable everyday protection. Even on deep-brushed and structured oak, pigment deposits in the pores remain almost invisible. This creates a calm, natural raw wood look without a limed effect. When is OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE the right choice? If you want to protect light wooden furniture or stairs, where the freshly sanded character should be preserved as much as possible. Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE is particularly suitable for modern raw wood surfaces where a classic oil would darken too much. For wooden floors, use OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil CLASSIC. What is OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE suitable for? The raw wood effect oil is suitable for the protective treatment of solid wood surfaces in indoor living areas – from furniture and tabletops to stair treads, wall panels, and moldings. It is particularly suitable for untreated light softwoods and hardwoods such as oak, ash, spruce, or fir. For heavily used areas, 2K application with OLI NATURA® H2O-Hardener is recommended. What does wood look like after OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE? The natural color of the wood is largely retained. The pores are not whitened – for a natural raw surface without a limed effect, which visually and haptically resembles freshly sanded wood. The surface effect can be specifically influenced with optional additional work steps. The impregnation can be refreshed repeatedly by re-oiling with OLI NATURA® Refresher. A test area on the original wood is recommended. 20 ml samplers are available for this purpose. How easy is OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE to apply? The raw wood effect oil is applied in two coats to raw wood – with a brush, roller, or spray method. Since the water content can raise wood fibers, a light intermediate sanding is recommended after the first coat. By polishing the still-wet second coat with a pad, the surface becomes duller, and layer and streak formation are counteracted. For initial care or an optional third coat, OLI NATURA® Refresher can be used. When is 2K application recommended?For heavily used surfaces, Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE is processed with OLI NATURA® H2O-Hardener in a ratio of 10:1. The additional cross-linking increases resistance to water, grease, and common household stresses. For tabletops and surfaces with anticipated grease splashes, 2K application should always be used. What else distinguishes OLI NATURA® Scandic-Oil FOR FURNITURE? VOC-free, low-odor, and tested for indoor use. The raw wood effect oil contains no volatile organic solvents, complies with DIN EN 71-3, is saliva and perspiration resistant according to DIN 53160, DIBt-approved, and baubook-declared. Oil-soaked pads and rags are not prone to spontaneous combustion.

May we introduce? NORDIC B – the ultra-matte premium colored lacquer in 15 trendy shades. Based on water-based bio-acrylates, it is perfect for furniture, doors, kitchen fronts, stair cladding, or skirting boards – and even for children's furniture. Upcycling made easy: Old furniture or IKEA classics get a new, modern look with NORDIC B. Chalk look meets lacquer durability: The finish looks like chalk paint but is a more durable lacquer. Primer & topcoat in one saves time and money. Ultra-matte & highly opaque: Only two coats are sufficient for full coverage. The ultra-matte soft-touch finish looks powdery-velvety, is pleasant to the touch, and has a practical anti-fingerprint effect – perfect for kitchens, furniture & co. Sustainable & harmless: With biogenic raw materials from vegetable oils, mineral color pigments, and a water-based formula. 👉 Pro tip: For extra durability, combine with OLI-AQUA Hardener 13.2.