I know there is a lot of people here that have used tung oil for finishing necks. Available 24 hours and 365 days per year safety data sheet product name other means of identification product type emergency telephone number of the company section 1. Visit for a broader selection and greater availability than ever before. Pure tung oil is available in good hardware stores forget home despot. Tung oil is a drying oil that produces heat as it dries. Material safety data sheet tells finish ingredients. Ive a lot of good compliments on the pics ive posted showing the stocks. A sealer and preservative for wood, metal, and concrete.
I have used formbys tung oil finish for years since it is readily available at the local home improvement store and is easy to use. Formbys tung oil finish is a thin varnish and, therefore, produces a hardshell varnish finish akin to polyurethane rather than the oil finish that its name suggests. I know its not a pure tung oil but rather a finish that has a bit of tung oil in it. To read pdf files, you need the adobe acrobat reader 6. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Im using formby s high gloss because, well, that s about all i have access to here in nowheresville iowa. Circa 1850 tungn teak oil combines the penetration of teak with the durability of tung oil. Circa 1850 tungn teak oil is ideal for interior and exterior wood. Regulation ec no 19072006 of the european parliament and of the council of 18. Simply woodcare tung oil finish classified as hazardous according to criteria of nohsc formula na. Im using formbys high gloss because, well, thats about all i have access to here in nowheresville iowa. Ive found a couple of threads with people that have used this particular brand before, but im wondering if anyone has any proven methods with this brand tung oil when it comes to applying it.
Apparently, they developed and named this product as something that produces a finish on furniture that they think looks like a real tung oil finish, but is easier to apply and more durable because of the varnish. Woodshop safety data sheets sds fine arts university of waterloo. Id like to preserve the aesthetic of an oil finish with a water based varathane top coat, so i dont have to continually refinish with oil. When i started the hobby of repairingcustomizing instruments, i used formbys low gloss tung oil finish when i built my appalachian mountain dulcimer. I did a search for formbys tung oil finish as an instrument finish, and i dont think my questions were all answered. Im going to build a couple of handplanes with some offcut scraps and i have some left over formbys tung oil finish from a couple of furniture projects. Teak oil is commonly used on teak furniture and boats. Behr formbys scandinavian tung oil finish pdf behr premium plus. I am now going to try some formby s tung oil instead of the tru oil.
The information contained on this msds has been checked and should be accurate. Im going to build a couple of handplanes with some offcut scraps and i have some left over formby s tung oil finish from a couple of furniture projects. Last weekend i removed a finish i put on a fat blond stock hope there aint no blonds a little over weight reading this using the tung oil finish. He lists homer formbys tung oil finish as one which actually has no or only. The actual product name is formbys tung oil finish, and not tung oil.
I have use nothing but formby s tung oil finish on all carbines and 3 garands. We used formbys tung oil finish on reclaimed cypress barn wood. My next step is to finish it with formbys tung oil but i went to the store and realized there was there was an option of high and low gloss and i have no idea which one would be the better choice for the necks finish. Formbys tung oil on pine finishing wood talk online. I have use nothing but formbys tung oil finish on all carbines and 3 garands. Restorafinish is a unique finishpenetrating formula that contains a small amount of stain combined with just the right amount of solvent and restoring oils, giving it the unique ability to penetrate and permanently restore most existing finishes without removing any of the existing finish. Minwax tung oil is and oil akalyd varnish blend which is thin and is called a wiping varnish.
A vegetable oil, triglyceridester with following fatty acid composition. If you do want a finish that builds on the stock wood and has gloss, you can mix 1 part linseed or tung oil, 2 parts minwax gloss poly, and 23 parts odorless mineral spirits and make a wipe on finish that is, in my humble opinion, superior to either formby s or tru oil. I have always used my bare fingers to apply the truoil. Sold by fitted fancy and ships from amazon fulfillment. I am now going to try some formbys tungoil instead of the truoil. Tung oil is an exotic, naturally drying oil imported from south america and china. Tung oil is a golden brown oil extracted from seeds of tung trees and used as a drying agent in varnishes, paints and waterproofing. Minwax high gloss tung oil protects your woods finish through the use of its penetrating oil formulation, beautifying your project without leaving streaks or. They sell this product as a mix of tung oil and other fine penetrating oils and appears to be nothing other than a wiping varnish with maybe a tad bit of oil in it with tons of thinner. The minwax stuff is sold as tung oil finish and does not state it is pure tung oil or that it even contains any tung oil at all. Formby s 10 mountainview road upper saddle river, nj 07458 relevant identified uses of the substance or. I had tried the others finishes but changed to the to finish. I use minwax tung oil for all my decorative turnings.
The formbys already closed off most of the pores, so you are barely going to get any waterlox down. Product description enhance the character of wood with our great waterresistant finish. From staining and protection, to preparation, maintenance, cleaning and repair. Formbys tung oil finish provides for a handrubbed finish on furniture. Is it safe to apply the tung oil with bare fingers, i. I know it s not a pure tung oil but rather a finish that has a bit of tung oil in it. Minwax is americas leading brand of wood finishing and wood care products. How to use tung oil to make a perfect nontoxic wood finish. Watco tung oil finish will quickly and easily restore and enhance the natural color and warmth of wood in only a few steps. Tung oil does offer more water vapor protection than blo. What is the best finish to use as a top coat for a gloss finish on pure tung oil yes it. In the inverse, if an item says pure tung oil then they would have an obligation to actually deliver such.
Reactivity 0 product name formbys tung oil finish, high gloss manufacturers name emergency telephone no. There is even tung oil finish that contains no tung oil at all. If you get formbys high gloss tung oil it is a mixture of tung oil and varnish and it works great, i even gave my bolt kit several coats of tung oil over the top of paint and wipe on poly and the tung oil brought out the grain better and it looks much better than it did before the tung oil, even with about 9 coats of the wipe on poly. Msds formbys tung oil finish, high gloss, 30066 mineral. Physical and chemical properties appearance clear, yellow form liquid. Pure tung oil is the toughest longest lasting all natural finish on earth. Watco tung oil will not darken with age and can be reapplied periodically for. After planed and sanded planks were placed on walls, this product was applied. Formbys tung oil finish ukulele underground forums. Aug 18, 2010 if you get formby s high gloss tung oil it is a mixture of tung oil and varnish and it works great, i even gave my bolt kit several coats of tung oil over the top of paint and wipe on poly and the tung oil brought out the grain better and it looks much better than it did before the tung oil, even with about 9 coats of the wipe on poly. If you do want a finish that builds on the stock wood and has gloss, you can mix 1 part linseed or tung oil, 2 parts minwax gloss poly, and 23 parts odorless mineral spirits and make a wipe on finish that is, in my humble opinion, superior to either formbys or tru oil. Feb 08, 2012 i have always used my bare fingers to apply the tru oil. Watco danish oil and tung oil are two types of woodfinishing oil with distinctly different properties.
You will continue to get differing ideas on the tung oil finish. Formbys 30100 tung oil finish high gloss household. It is recognized by craftsmen to be the ultimate drying oil for all fine woods, furniture and antiques. Products in this consumer product information database cpid are classified based on their composition. Restora finish is a unique finish penetrating formula that contains a small amount of stain combined with just the right amount of solvent and restoring oils, giving it the unique ability to penetrate and permanently restore most existing finishes without removing any of the existing finish. The material safety data sheetmsds list it as having 78% mineral spirits. Lot of products claiming to contain tung oil have none at all. Brush or wipe tung oil into the wood in thin coats. Personal protective equipment ppe codes, consult the hmis implementation manual. Both oils can achieve the result of a finish on your woodwork, but maintenance and durability as well as the amount of time invested in finishing the item is one big difference between tung oil.
There are 2 varieties that i know of in that brand. Hey all, its been a while since my last post, but i need some advice. Is it oil and what kind oil, exactly, varnish, hybrid, spirit, alkyd, phenolic, natural resins, urethane, polyester, etc. Tung oil finish 4pack will quickly and easily enhance the natural color and warmth of interior wood surfaces. Formby s tung oil finish is a thin varnish and, therefore, produces a hardshell varnish finish akin to polyurethane rather than the oil finish that its name suggests. I was applying the second coat and realized that i really like the look of a gloss finish with the wet oil, but i know it will dry to a matte finish. Products are not tested and manufacturers information presented here is. It penetrates deep into the pores of wood to strengthen the fibers of the wood while providing a low lustre, handrubbed finish. Please refer to the sds for additional information. Resin not available gilsonite 12002346 chemical name cas number raw linseed oil 8001261 vegetable oil 8001227 resin not available gilsonite. Is formbys tung oil low gloss bad for my rifles stock. Your favorite formby s products are now available in the.
Most other oils can be anything from a thinned down varnish to polymerized tung, and most have petroleum distillates added. Tung oil finish deeply penetrates in the surface of stained and unfinished wood to protect from moisture and provide the look of a genuine handrubbed finish. Hey all, it s been a while since my last post, but i need some advice. Specifically, formbys tung oil finish is a wiping varnish made with real tung oilalkyd varnish that has been diluted with solvents to a wiping varnish consistency. Ive been taking it slow while out here at the rig for 2 weeks and letting the finish dry for a day or so between coats and have also buffed. A guy at home depot said it was possible to do but to let the tung oil dry for a week before the varathane. It says on the formby s to use gloves but i am wondering if this is really required. Cas 64742887 formbys tung oil finish, high gloss, 30066 mineral spirits msds toxicity property. If you are looking for more protection, let the formbys dry and wipe on a few really thin coats of poly. If i remember correctly, i did 6 or 7 coats, and i really loved the outcome. It does not dry like water, so rags, cloths and towels can spontaneously combust. Expensive polymerized tung oils, truoil and sutherland wells very expensive. Is it safe to apply the tungoil with bare fingers, i. Formbys 10 mountainview road upper saddle river, nj 07458 relevant identified uses of the substance or.
It is not like a food product which must state what the ingredients are. This product does contain tung oil, despite the internet echoes that say otherwise. Formby 30064 30064000 low gloss tung oil finish, 16ounce. The tung oil offered by real milk paint is a 100% pure oil meaning it comes without any heavy metals, additives, or distillates. Safety data sheet product name other means of identification product type emergency telephone number of the company. Is formby s tung oil low gloss bad for my rifle s stock. I know that tung oil is waterproof, has anyone tried it on marine projects. If you want to make your own formulated tung oil, here is an old cabinetmaker formula. The compilation of msds s displayed is the intellectual property of acohs pty ltd. Formbys tung oil finish low gloss msds special notice. Pure tung oil will take 10 to 15 for a partial cure and 15 to 30 days for a full cure. This really brought out the beauty of this old wood.
Protects by penetrating woods surface and doesnt leave streaks or brush marks. Ive been taking it slow while out here at the rig for 2 weeks and letting the finish dry for a day or so between coats and have also buffed them down with 0000 steel wool a few times. May 31, 2004 tung oil is a golden brown oil extracted from seeds of tung trees and used as a drying agent in varnishes, paints and waterproofing. Only pure tung oil on the market know of is hopes tung oil. Formby s tung oil finish provides for a handrubbed finish on furniture. This product contains a chemical known to the state of california to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Sand to 400 then coat, sand 600 then coat, sand 800 then coat sand, then coat sand 1200, if need more coats coat and sand 1200, otherwise buff tripoli and white diamond. However, it is the responsibility of the user to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. They have much different foodsafe and waterprotection properties than tung oil.
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