Dark tung oil is one of the safest drying oils. This oil is made by cold pressing tung tree seeds or nuts. It has no additives so what you’re getting is 100% pure tung oil. It’s also non-toxic and non-carcinogenic. Because it’s safe to use, you can apply it to wood bowls, outdoor furniture, deck, wood siding, or wood flooring, among others.

How to Use Dark Tung Oil?

Using dark tung oil is the same as using pure tung oil. It provides an instant water-resistant coating. You can apply it to cracks and corners. Thinning this oil may need citrus solvent or you can use turpentine, which you can buy from Pine Tar World. Combining it with a solvent will make it easier to apply it on the wood surface as it improves penetration and hastens drying time.

Here are the steps to use dark tung oil.

• Remove or dust the surface to eliminate all loose particles
• Sand the first coat before you apply a second coat.
• Get rid of the filling or staining before applying the oil
• Rub the first coat over the wood using a soft rag.
• Use a liberal amount of the oil.
• Let it sit for 40 minutes to allow the oil to soak in.
• Apply another coat after the first coat has soaked in.
• Eliminate excess oil with clean soft rags
• Allow the surface to dry for 24 hours

Read more about Dark tung oil at Pine Tar World.