Owatrol Textrol Penetrating Wood Oil - Clear
Owatrol Textrol Penetrating Wood Oil - Clear
Overview
Owatrol Textrol is a high-performance, penetrating wood oil designed to protect and enhance exterior softwood and hardwood surfaces. Suitable for both horizontal and vertical applications, Textrol soaks deep into the timber to protect from within, unlike surface films that peel or flake over time.
Its advanced formula provides long-lasting defence against moisture, UV rays, and weathering while enhancing the wood’s natural grain and colour. With a mildew-resistant finish and a time-saving wet-on-wet application, Textrol is ideal for everything from decking and cladding to garden furniture and fences.
- Saturates the wood to prevent peeling, flaking and moisture damage
- Wet-on-Wet Application
- No sanding needed
| Area | Exterior |
| Recommended Use | Weathered softwood & hardwood. Suitable for decking, cladding, garden furniture, garden fencing and gates |
| Coverage | Up to 12m2 per litre |
| Drying Time | 24-48 Hours |
| Re-Coat Time | Apply ‘wet-on-wet’ |
| Recommended Coats | 2 Coats |
| Application Method | Brush, Roller, Airless Spray |
| Clean Up | Remove as much product as possible from the equipment before cleaning with white spirit |
Preparation
New wood surfaces
New wood surfaces have a hard shiny surface known as mill glaze which prevents maximum penetration and bonding of any finish. To properly prepare the surface for application, and minimise splitting, swelling, cupping and checking caused by exposure to the sun and rain, first treat with Seasonite and allow the wood to weather for 6-12 months before applying Textrol.
Weathered wood surfaces
All surfaces must first be clean, dry and free of dirt, grease, grime and mildew. If any mildew is present, treat it with a solution of 1 part bleach to 3 parts water. Scrub the solution on to the surface and allow to stand for 10-15 minutes then rinse thoroughly. Clean weathered wood with Net-Trol to remove the loose wood fibres, dirt and other surface contaminants. If necessary sand the surface after cleaning (80 grit paper). After cleaning, allow the wood to dry for 2-3 days before finishing.
Previously oiled surfaces
Textrol may only be applied to bare wood surfaces or a weathered wood that was previously finished with Textrol. All other oils or sealers must be completely and thoroughly removed with a wood oil remover such as Owatrol’s Aquanett and then the surface must be cleaned and neutralised with Net-Trol before applying Textrol. If necessary sand the surface after cleaning and stripping (80 grit paper). After cleaning, allow the wood to dry for 2-3 days before finishing.
Previously coated surfaces
Textrol may only be applied to bare wood surfaces or a weathered wood surface that was previously finished with Textrol. All previous coating must be completely and thoroughly removed with a stripper such as Owatrol’s Dilunett and neutralised with Net-Trol before applying Textrol. If necessary sand the surface after cleaning and stripping (80 grit paper). After cleaning, allow the wood to dry for 2-3 days before finishing.
Application
Apply the first coat of Textrol and allow it to penetrate into the wood (15-30 minutes). Apply a second application and allow it to penetrate for 15-30 minutes. If required repeat this procedure until the wood is saturated i.e. will accept no more oil. Do not allow Textrol to become touch dry or dry between coats. Once the timber is saturated, brush out or wipe up any excess product that has not penetrated to avoid shiny spots. NOTE: Textrol is not a surface coating, its place is in the wood not on the surface.
Always follow manufacturer's instructions found on the tin