Stain & Finishing Oil - SFO 237ml

Stain & Finishing Oil (SFO) is a versatile wood conditioner, stain, and top coat in one, providing exceptional durability for high-traffic surfaces like table tops, cabinets, and flooring. Click here for How to Apply Stain & Finishing Oil tutorial. LEARN MORE - Check out our SFO blogs here. It's best applied on bare wood without an additional top coat, though adding a coat of Natural can increase sheen and durability without changing colour. This blend of natural oils and resins deeply penetrates wood fibers, creating a robust, water-resistant finish.  Unlike traditional topcoats, SFO doesn't form a surface film; instead, it becomes an integral part of your wood, providing long-lasting protection and enhancing its natural beauty. The 237 mL container covers as much area as 1 litre of other stains due to its high pigment concentration. Over time, oil-based products may yellow, so we recommend Tough Coat or Ultra Guard our water-based top coats for lighter colours to avoid this effect. Applying SFO on Bare Wood: Generously apply SFO, ensuring even coverage on sanded wood. Let it penetrate for 15 minutes, then buff off excess. For deeper color or more sheen, apply a second coat after 9 hours. SFO integrates with the wood, providing long-lasting protection without forming a surface film. Applying SFO over Painted Surfaces: Apply in thin amounts, buffing off excess immediately. This will increase the sheen and durability of the painted surface. Here is a video showing you how Application Tool  Brush, lint free rag, applicator pad Location  Interior Re-coat Time  9 hrs Top Coat  No additional top coat is required.- this is made strong enough for floors and table tops. However, you may use wax or "Natural" colour Stain & Finishing Oil to increase the sheen but not deepen the colour.  Clean Up  Odourless Solvent  Coverage  40-75 sq.ft.  Finish/Sheen  Matte to a high sheen. Each additional layer and buffing increases the sheen.  Recommended Uses   Reclaimed wood, bare wood, table tops, floors, most any surface, painted finish or Milk Painted pieces.  Can Be Applied To   Use as a stain over raw or well-sanded wood; apply over the painted surface for added sheen, glaze effect, or added protection; seal milk paint or other porous paint. Not recommended over light colours as it will yellow. Can Be Painted Over Once dried if over bare wood and only 1 coat applied, 10 days after for multiple coats applied. Test to ensure prior to tackling a full project. How to Prep Apply over any surface or top coat for the desired effect except wax. Cure Time  10 Days Maintenance/ Cleaning  Light cleaners, as they will strip away the natural oil.