Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw

Almost Invisible Protection

Lightly white pigmented
Nearly invisible appearance, no ‘permanent wet effect’
Light coloured wood stays light coloured
Extremely durable and hardwearing
Very water and dirt resistant
Resistant to common liquid spillages such as water, juice, tea, cola and wine
Saliva-resistant and sweatproof, suitable for children’s toys
Microporous, breathable finish which does not crack, peel or flake
No sanding necessary for spot repairs or future applications

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3044 Raw

Almost invisible: The light character of the wood is retained. Untreated wood (left) and treated with Raw 3044 (right).

Finishes

Raw (Matt)

Application Tools

Osmo Flat Brush, Floor Brush, Hand Pad or Osmo Microfibre Roller

Recommended Use

Lightly coloured wooden floors and furniture of domestic origin

Recoat

One coat, when signs of wear become visible

Dry Time

24 hrs, remove white pigments from surface before leaving to dry

Clean Up

Osmo Brush Cleaner

Coverage

30m²/L with one coat

Coats

2 coats (or 1, plus top coat of Polyx®-Oil Original)

Wood surface must be clean, dry and frost-free (moisture content max. 18%).
Osmo Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw is ready to use. Do not thin. Stir well using a flat stirring stick or spatula before use.
Clean old microporous stains thoroughly. Old paints and lacquers must be completely removed. As a general rule, wear a dust mask during sanding works.
Fill small cracks, larger joints or holes in wood (with Osmo Wood Filler).
Sand wood surfaces carefully. Begin with coarse sandpaper – final sanding work for flooring P120-150, for furniture P180-240. Before oiling the surface, remove sanding dust with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner. Applying Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw over very textured or coarse surfaces could appear more white.

The finished surface is influenced by several factors, including the condition of the wood. Therefore, a trial application is always required, especially for unfamiliar surfaces.

Method of Application

With Osmo Flat Brush, Floor Brush or Osmo Microfibre Roller, apply thinly along the wood grain and spread well. Applying excess Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw 3044 may lead to a white chalky surface. Remove visible white pigments before allowing the surface to dry. Allow to dry for approx. 24 hours under good ventilation.
After drying, quickly apply a second coat also thinly.
When renovating or recoating an already oiled surface, one coat applied to the clean and dry surface is usually sufficient.

Note

Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw is slightly white tinted and protects lighter coloured wood species nearly invisibly. On dark, reddish or ‘smoked / fumed’ wood species, Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw is visible as slightly white chalky surface. Applying excess Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw 3044 may also lead to a white chalky surface. Remove visible white pigments before allowing the surface to dry.A trial application is recommended.

Applying the product too generously and insufficient ventilation lead to delays in drying time and the typical smell of oil.
Any brushstrokes can be removed with an unused dry Microfibre Roller within 30 minutes after applying.

For extractive rich hardwoods (e.g. Wenge, Merbau, Jatoba etc.), we recommend using Osmo Wood Wax Finish Clear Extra Thin. A trial application is recommended.
Caution: Apply max. one coat thinly to cabinet interiors and drawers with a cloth.

Using general or multi-purpose cleaners will increase the frequency of maintenance and recoating. Allow finish to fully cure before heavy usage.

Care

Regular Cleaning: Dust mopping using the green Dust-Mop from the Osmo Mop Cleaning Kit for Floors. Damp mopping using diluted Osmo Wash and Care and the Micro-Mop plush from the Osmo Mop Cleaning Kit for Floors. Alternatively use the convenient Osmo Spray-Mop.

Occasional Maintenance: If the oiled surface remains light in colour yet there is a reduction in water repellency, refresh the surface with Osmo Maintenance Oil 3079 Clear Matt. Before using Osmo Maintenance Oil 3079, damp clean the surface using diluted Osmo Wash and Care, or alternatively Osmo Spray cleaner and allow to fully dry. For small areas Osmo Maintenance Oil 3079 can be applied thinly with a lint free cloth or white pad. Remove excess product. Allow for good ventilation while drying. A small trial is highly recommended first.

Recoating: When slight signs of wear become visible, and providing the surface does not become completely bare, simply re-apply one thin coat onto the clean and dry surface. Avoid applying Polyx®-Oil Effect Raw to bare wood surfaces that have become dirty. Bare, dirty surfaces could appear more rich and dark following the application of the oil finish. A small trial is highly recommended first.

Data Sheets

Download the PDF product information and safety data here:

Suitability

Possible

Maple: apply very thinly and carry out a trial application before use.

Not Recommended

The wood species below are not recommended for Polyx-Oil Original. Please use Osmo Wood Wax Finish Extra Thin instead.

Cedar
Iroko
Mahogany
Teak
South American Walnut
Sapele
Bamboo
Acacia
Ipe
Merbau
Ebony
Wenge
Ipe
Sycamore
Rosewood

Also Not Recommended

Green Oak: moisture content is often above the maximum 20% recommended.
Idigbo: contains yellow dyes which leaches when the wood becomes wet and stains when in contact within iron.
Other woods treated with a varnish, lacquer or other surface coatings must be completely sanded before use.

Accessories

OSMO FLOOR BRUSH

Made with 100% natural bristles with soft tips which gives fine control in achieving the desired effect. Make short work of large areas with exceptional coverage capacities to produce professional looking results every time. With a high quality beech frame and robust backing plate, simply attach the Osmo extendable telescopic handle for applying in comfort.

OSMO FLOOR ROLLER SET

Made with microfibres to ensure high coverage allowing you to apply thinly, thoroughly and evenly along the wood grain and spread well. For first application, two coats is recommended onto a clean and dry surface. For renovation, just one coat is necessary.

Top Tips

Top Tips:

Stir well using a flat stirring stick or spatula. Failure to mix the colour and all ingredients could lead to an increased patchiness.
For ingredient-rich hardwoods species use Osmo Wood Wax Finish Extra Thin.
Polyx®-Oil Raw is designed for sanded or raw wood only – not suitable for dark wood species, or smoked/ fumed wood.
If excessively applied the white pigments can show visibly in some areas. To remedy, carefully sand the surface back to the same sanding grade or texture as surrounding areas. Apply the Polyx®-Oil 3044 Raw very thinly along the grain and spread well.
For lighter coloured wood species: eg Oak, Pine, Birch or Spruce, two thin coats of Osmo Polyx®-Oil 3044 Raw are recommended to finish the wood. For wood species with limited streaks of dark natural colour, the recommended two coats may contrast with the darker background. To reach a compromise, consider applying one thin coat of Osmo Polyx®-Oil 3044 Raw, followed by one thin coat of Osmo Polyx®-Oil Original 3062 clear matt for the final top coat. Alternatively, other sheen levels in the clear Osmo Polyx®-Oil Original could be considered for the final top coat. Always trial apply first before treating the main area.
Wood first treated with Osmo Wood Protector 4006 may appear a little more dark. Always trial apply Osmo Polyx®-Oil 3044 Raw over the Wood Protector to ensure the final appearance meets with expectations.
Multi-purpose cleaners such as washing up liquids and detergents can be highly detrimental to the finished surface.
Strong household cleaning products such as bleach, baking soda etc. are likely to cause severe discolouration or staining.

Osmo Polyx®-Oils are developed from natural oils and waxes to provide the most hardwearing and durable protection for wooden flooring and furniture.

Untreated wood in its original form has a light, pale character from its natural ‘raw’ appearance. Sanded wood also has the same effect. Osmo Polyx®-Oil 3044 Raw is designed to retain this appearance by using a small amount of white pigments to neutralise the permanent ‘wet-look’ that develops after application of a clear finish.

Apply very thinly and brush out any white pigments from the surface before leaving to dry to achieve the desired results.