COLOR IMPRESSION OF PIGMENT OILS ON WOOD

Article content:

• Monitor and print are not color-accurate
• The wood sets the tone
• Create a test area with colored oils
• Summarized tips
• To the colored oils for furniture, stairs, parquet
• Which product suits me?

Print documents and monitors cannot display true-to-life and "real" colors. The color reproduction always looks a little different. But the wood itself also influences the color effect of a pigment oil. This is sometimes not taken into account. Here are some tips & hints on what to look out for.

MONITOR AND PRINT ARE NOT COLOR-ACCURATE

Monitors and brochures cannot reliably reproduce the color of a pigment oil on wood

THE WOOD SETS THE TONE

The illustration shows how differently the individual colored oils work on pine and oak.

Of course, it depends on the wood itself. The achieved color tone of an oiled parquet or piece of furniture largely depends on the base tone of the wood, as well as the type of wood and its condition. Due to its transparency, a colored oil looks completely different on oak than on light pine or spruce wood. The grain and structure also remain visible and are even emphasized. This also applies to colorless oils in "Natural", which are not pigmented. Depending on the type of oil, they deepen the natural color tone of the wood. Experts also call this effect "wet look" or "ever-wet effect".

CREATE A TEST AREA WITH COLORED OILS

For test areas, colored oils are available in 20 ml sample sizes in the shop

One of our most important tips is always: Before creating facts on a wooden surface, a sample should be applied to similarly sanded original wood. This way, you can get a better impression of the color effect of the selected pigment oil on wood. Our 20 ml sample bottles are ideal for this and can be ordered in the online shop.

SUMMARIZED TIPS:

• The colors shown are for guidance only to give a color impression.
  
• For a correct color impression, it is best to apply a sample to similarly sanded wood.
  
• The color tone of an oiled object depends on the type of wood, the condition of the wood, the base tone of the wood, and the individual working method of the user, as well as the wood sanding.
  
• The "OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes" in the "Natural" version are not pigmented. Nevertheless, the grain and color of the wood are emphasized. The degree of enhancement depends on the type of oil and the type of wood used.
  
• The colored "OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes" bring transparent color to the wood. Their pigments preserve the structural appearance of the wood and give the surface a natural color. At the same time, the UV-stable color pigments help to counteract the natural color change of the wood for as long as possible.
  
• The "OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes" in the "White" version contain white pigments that counteract the enhancement. Depending on the proportion of pigmentation, the appearance of the wood is brightened and shows white and limed effects. The pores are colored white and stand out on the surface.
  
• The standard colors from a product line can be easily mixed with each other, so that a wide range of colors is available.
  
  
• Once a coloring has been chosen, it is difficult to remove it without leaving any residue, even with the most careful sanding. This is less of a problem with light-colored woods; with dark colors, one will always have to resort to a coloring again.
  

• Surface preparation should always be carried out cleanly to achieve an optimal result. For furniture, we recommend a final sanding of max. 180 grit and for parquet floors 150 grit.

TO THE COLORED OILS FOR FURNITURE, STAIRS, PARQUET

OLI-NATURA Oils & Waxes offers various colored oils for different applications

OLI-NATURA Colour Hard Wax Oil – Furniture & Stair Oil

Pigmented hard wax oil in 7 colors, which is easy to apply and is also recommended for inexperienced users. The colors are all intermixable, so you can create your own shades. A second oil application enhances the color and protective effect. The lightfast earth pigments counteract the natural color change of the wood due to UV radiation. In addition, the colors "Cotton" and "Light" prevent yellowing on light woods such as pine, spruce, birch & poplar. Whether (modular) furniture, beds, kitchen & cabinet fronts, ceilings, wall paneling or stairs: The colored hard wax oils feel at home on wood & wood-based materials in the house & camper.

Container: 250 ml, 1 liter, 2.5 liters

OLI-NATURA 2K Colour Oil – Furniture & Table Oil
Moon White, Mountain Grey, Midnight Black, Choc Brown and Sand Stone: These are the names of our OLI-NATURA 2K Colour-Oils from the BLACKLABEL Collection for wood gourmets: A high-solids high-blend with UV-stable color pigments that show a depth of color rarely found. It protects and colors with just one oil application - ideal for tables & co made of hardwood such as oak. Our recommendation for professional users.

Container: 0.5 liters

OLI-NATURA HS Professional Oil, colored – Parquet & Stair Oil
The pigmented 1K/2K high-solids parquet oil in 11 colors protects & colors with just one oil application. It meets all criteria for commercial processing in the surface treatment of wood & parquet floors: It corresponds to the Giscode classification Ö20+ and is DIBt emission-tested. For flooring, the parquet oil is applied with a roller or trowel and then polished with a single-disc machine.

Container: 1 liter, 2.5 liters

Which wood oil suits me?

If you want to buy wood oil, the selection may initially seem huge and overwhelming. We help you with your decision and show which OLI-NATURA oils & waxes are best suited for you, or rather for your project. Our experts will quickly and easily recommend a suitable wood oil, answer your product questions, and provide application tips. We are happy to assist you with any questions, by phone at 037208/84-488 or by email at faq@oli-lacke.de. (sst_17052023)