Osmo Wood Wax Finish Intensive – creative interior wood colours

Osmo Wood Wax Finish Intensive

Osmo Wood Wax Finish Intensive is a coloured oil-and-wax finish for creatively colouring and protecting interior wood. The intensive colours can be applied as either a transparent or more opaque finish, depending on the selected colour, substrate and number of coats.

One very thin coat normally leaves the natural grain clearly visible. On furniture, doors, wooden walls and other non-flooring surfaces, a second thin coat can be applied to create a stronger or more opaque colour.

The finish is suitable for furniture, doors, wall and ceiling panelling, skirting boards, mouldings, beams, children’s toys, glued wood, chipboard and MDF. It can also be used as a coloured base coat on wooden flooring, provided it is protected with the correct floor finish after drying.

Transparent or opaque appearance

The final appearance is determined by:

• The selected colour

• The natural colour and structure of the wood

• Surface preparation and sanding grade

• The applied quantity

• The number of coats

• Whether the wet colour is wiped or buffed out

One thin coat normally provides a transparent colour while leaving the natural grain visible.

On furniture, doors, wall panelling and other non-flooring surfaces, a second thin coat can make the colour more intensive or opaque. The level of opacity varies between colours.

For a more subtle effect, apply only a small amount and wipe or buff the wet finish evenly within approximately 20 minutes using a lint-free cloth or white pad.

Always prepare a trial application on the same type of wood. Colours displayed on screens or printed colour charts cannot show the exact final result.

Benefits of Osmo Wood Wax Finish Intensive

• Creative colour finish for interior wood

• Transparent appearance with one thin coat

• Intensive or opaque appearance possible with two coats on non-flooring surfaces

• Combines natural oils and waxes

• Natural wood grain can remain visible

• Water and dirt repellent

• Hardwearing and resistant to common household spillages

• Microporous and breathable

• No separate primer required

• No intermediate sanding required

• Suitable for children’s toys after drying in accordance with EN 71.3

• Saliva and perspiration resistant in accordance with DIN 53160

• Coverage: approximately 24 m² per litre with one coat

• Drying time: approximately 24 hours per coat

• Available in various colours and container sizes

Important information for wooden flooring

Apply no more than one very thin coat of Wood Wax Finish Intensive to wooden flooring. Allow the coloured coat to dry for approximately 24 hours and then apply one thin top coat of clear Osmo Polyx-Oil, such as 3032, 3062 or another suitable clear version.

When using a white Wood Wax Finish colour on flooring, we recommend Osmo Polyx-Oil Tints 3040 White as the top coat. This helps retain the light appearance and reduces unwanted yellowing.

Do not apply two coloured coats of Wood Wax Finish to flooring. A floor requires one coloured base coat followed by one suitable hardwearing top coat.

Surface preparation

The wood must be clean, dry, frost-free and free from dust, grease and old sealed coatings. The maximum wood moisture content is 18%.

Completely remove old paint and lacquer coatings. Thoroughly clean existing microporous finishes. Fill cracks, holes and damaged areas with a suitable wood filler.

Sand the complete surface evenly. For a calm and harmonious colour on flooring, a consistent final sanding grade of approximately P120–P150 is important. Coarser sanding absorbs more pigment and may produce a stronger or less even colour.

Remove all sanding dust thoroughly with a vacuum cleaner.

Applying Wood Wax Finish Intensive

Stir the contents thoroughly before and during application. Pigments may settle during storage. Insufficient mixing can cause visible colour differences.

Wood Wax Finish is ready to use and must not be thinned.

Apply the product very thinly and evenly in the direction of the wood grain. Use a suitable flat brush, microfibre roller, application pad or lint-free cotton cloth.

For the best result, use our specialist oil and lacquer rollers, brushes, pads and other application materials shown as related products at the bottom of this page. An unsuitable roller may apply too much product and cause streaks, overlaps or uneven opacity.

For a transparent effect:

1. Apply one very thin coat.

2. Spread the product evenly in the direction of the wood grain.

3. For a lighter effect, wipe or buff the finish evenly within approximately 20 minutes.

4. Allow the surface to dry for approximately 24 hours with good ventilation.

For an intensive or opaque effect on furniture and other non-flooring surfaces:

1. Apply the first coat very thinly and evenly.

2. Allow it to dry for approximately 24 hours.

3. Apply a second thin coat.

4. Provide good ventilation during drying.

Coverage, drying and curing

One litre covers approximately 24 m² with one thin coat on smooth, planed or carefully sanded wood.

Rough, highly absorbent or structured wood requires more product, which reduces the actual coverage.

Drying takes approximately 24 hours per coat at around 23°C, 50% relative humidity and with good ventilation. Lower temperatures, high humidity, insufficient ventilation or excessive application will extend the drying time.

A treated floor requires approximately 2–3 weeks to cure fully. Treat the surface carefully during this period and remove spillages immediately.

Available colours

Current intensive colours in the Osmo Wood Wax Finish range include:

• 3104 Red – similar to RAL 3000

• 3105 Yellow – similar to RAL 1021

• 3125 Blue – similar to RAL 5010

• 3131 Green

• 3132 Grey Beige – similar to RAL 1019

• 3169 Black

• 3172 Silk

• 3181 Pebble

• 3186 White Matt

• 3188 Snow

This product page may also include older or limited-stock Creative colours such as:

• 3115 Light Grey

• 3126 Light Beige

• 3152 Blue

• 3173 Fjord

• 3177 Bamboo

• 3182 Sand

• 3183 Coral

Older colours are only available while stocks last or when they can still be specially ordered. Always check the selection menus at the top of the product page for the currently available colours, container sizes and prices.

Maintenance

Remove dust and loose dirt with a soft cloth, dust mop or vacuum cleaner. Use Eco Multi Cleaner for normal cleaning and always use the smallest possible amount of moisture.

Do not use aggressive multipurpose cleaners, bleach, abrasive products or strongly degreasing cleaners. These may damage the colour and protective oil-and-wax finish.

Local damage can be repaired after the surface has been carefully cleaned. Always prepare a trial application before carrying out a repair, as newly applied colour may appear different on older wood.

Safe handling

Cloths and pads saturated with liquid oil or wax may ignite due to spontaneous combustion. Spread used materials out completely and allow them to dry outdoors, or store and dispose of them in accordance with the safety information in a suitable metal container.

Keep the product out of reach of children. Always read the label and current technical product information before use.

Technical information

• Osmo Wood Wax Finish Creativ – Technical Product Information (PDF)

• Osmo Wood Wax Finish Creativ – Safety Data Sheet (PDF)

• View the official Osmo Wood Wax Finish information and current colours.
  
  
• View the HardwaxStore Osmo maintenance plan.