What is the best oil for decks and outside timber?

Timber decks need protection. That is the simple part. When you start looking at all the recommendations for oils it gets complicated. Over the years we have used a number of oils with varying degrees of success. Our final conclusion is that many are quite similar.They differ primarily in pigmentation.

Just one is a standout product. OSMO.
OSMO Decking oils are very different and offer quality above our usual expectation.

Why? Osmo offers three unique properties.

1   Genuinely environmentally sound oil products. Feel free to look up OSMO on the web and you will discover lots of positive comments. Osmo is a unique blend of natural oils and waxes.

2   Anti Slip oils. The system includes a top coat of 430 anti slip. This surface provides real traction. After all you do walk on the deck when its wet! So a little extra traction is a great idea.

3   Colours. All oils must contain some colour to protect the timber from UV as much as possible. OSMO incorporates subtle colours that assist here. Teak, Oak, Bangkirai Light & Masaranduba are all great colours.

Bangkirai Light is our favorite with local West Australian timbers as it adds just a little colour and feeds the deck evenly. Follow it up with a coat of anti-slip and you're there!

At VCS we have put the oils on samples of Jarrah and Blackbutt to allow you to view the finished product and get a real idea of how it will look on your floor.

Anything else worth noting? These products are very easy to use. They are easy DIY products though they were designed for contractors. The coverage is very high which makes them very cost effective as well.

Why Use Osmo Oil Finishes?

Why use Osmo products?

Osmo oils contain natural vegetable oils and waxes. Natural oils & waxes penetrate deeply into the timber surface, keeping it elastic and healthy and preventing it from getting dry and brittle. The timber is allowed to breathe. Natural movement of moisture can occur. Shrinking and swelling is reduced.

Osmo oils do not contain biocides or preservatives. They are safe for man, animal and plant when dry and comply with international standards. They may be used on children’s toys.

 

Osmo oil surfaces may be repaired easily. So unsightly scratches [which cannot be easily fixed on polyurethane floors] can be easily repaired using an Osmo oil on the surface.

Your floor may not need future sanding activity. Simply clean thoroughly and apply a further coat of finish. No living with scratches or worn floors. Simply apply an additional coat of oil and you have a new floor surface. You can even just treat the worn areas. It’s that simple.

The oils are naturally resistant against wine, beer, cola, coffee, tee, fruit juices, milk & water etc when dry.

Osmo Oils are available through VCS Products Pty Ltd

2/7 O’Malley Street, Osborne Park  WA 6017

08 9347 0222

www.vcsproducts.com.au

Included in the range are internal and external coatings for all types of timber  surfaces.

Frames

Doors

Decks

Floors

Furniture

Panels

UV Stabilized finishes

Anti Slip Finishes in R9 & R11

Osmo use all natural ingredients. This really sets them apart from old fashioned coating systems.

Successful Timber Floors Ebook edition Released

The reference guide to timber flooring held in every reference library in Australia has now been released in an updated edition. Originally printed in 2009, the earlier print edition has now been updated to include up to date techniques in flooring. Follow the link to find your online copy.

Included in 'Successful Timber Floors' is a guide to sanding key timbers and a guide to coating issues to help all coating users avoid problems and get a great result. 

Click on the link below to preview the first ten pages

Successful Timber Floors

Flooring Doesn't Need To Be Boring

There are many timber floors available. Mostly these replicate existing floors. So it is not uncommon to see the same floors everywhere. But your floor doesn't need to look the same.

New wider timbers in Oaks are now available. At VCS we supply a 180 x 20mm French Oak product that has great lengths and Features. It is a remarkable looking floor. This floor can be supplied to install as a traditional floor but can equally be supplied and stained using a traditional OSMO Stain. Adding colour is a great way to improve the look of a boring timber.

Colour Your Floor

A range of colours can be used to highlight detail and add interest to your timber floor.

A floor can start off being quite bland but with a little thought the floor can be transformed into something really special.

Unique products include creative colours, anti-slip decking oil, country colours and UV protection oil. These easy to maintain products are well worth a closer look.

Solid Osmo Colour Adds Detail

Buff In The Colour