Osmo Polyx-Oil Express 3332, 3362 and 3340

Osmo Polyx-Oil Express for professional use

Osmo Polyx-Oil Express is an extremely fast-drying oil-wax finish for interior wooden floors, parquet, stairs, furniture, OSB and cork.

Its short drying time makes it possible to complete multiple application stages in one day. It is particularly suitable for professional contractors, time-critical renovation and projects that need to return to use quickly.

Polyx-Oil Express creates a durable, water- and dirt-resistant finish while retaining the visible grain and natural appearance of the timber. Its microporous structure remains moisture regulating and will not crack, peel, flake or blister when correctly applied.

Choose the correct finish

Select the required finish and container size above:

• 3332 Clear Satin: intensifies the natural timber colour with a subtle satin sheen

• 3362 Clear Matt: intensifies the wood colour while providing a matt appearance

• 3340 White Satin: white transparent finish helping to reduce warm colour intensification on light timber

The clear finishes create a permanent wet-look effect, making the timber appear warmer and darker.

The 3340 contains white pigments and creates a lightly white transparent result. It is not an opaque white coating. Timber species, sanding and application thickness influence the final colour. Always complete a test area.

Drying times

Without Hardener 6632:

• 3332 Clear Satin: approximately 2–3 hours

• 3362 Clear Matt: approximately 2–3 hours

• 3340 White Satin: approximately 6–8 hours

With Osmo Hardener 6632:

• 3332 and 3362 Clear: approximately 1–2 hours

• 3340 White: approximately three hours

These times require thin application, good ventilation and normal temperature and humidity. Low temperatures, high humidity, inadequate ventilation and excessive application extend drying time.

Benefits of Osmo Polyx-Oil Express

• Extremely short drying time

• Two coats can be completed in one day

• Available in clear satin, clear matt and white satin

• Suitable for wooden floors, stairs and furniture

• Water and dirt resistant

• Durable and scratch resistant

• Resistant to common household liquids

• Microporous and moisture regulating

• No separate primer required

• No intermediate sanding required

• Localised areas can be repaired

• Suitable for children’s toys once dry

• Can be used with optional Hardener 6632

• Coverage of approximately 24 m² per litre per coat

• Available in 0.75, 2.5, 10 and 25 litres

Suitable applications

Osmo Polyx-Oil Express is suitable for:

• Solid wooden floors

• Parquet and floorboards

• Strip flooring

• Wooden stairs

• OSB flooring

• Cork flooring

• Wooden furniture

• Other interior wooden surfaces

When combined with Hardener 6632, the clear Express finishes can also be used on extractive-rich timbers such as meranti, wenge and merbau and on ammonia-smoked oak.

Always complete a test area on dark, exotic or unfamiliar timbers to check absorption, colour and drying.

Surface preparation

The wood must be clean, dry, frost-free and free from dust, grease, wax, silicone and sealed coatings. The moisture content of the timber must not exceed 18%.

Completely remove old paint and lacquer. Thoroughly clean existing microporous oil finishes. Fill cracks, joints or damaged areas with a suitable wood filler where required.

Sand carefully and evenly:

• Wooden floors: finish at approximately P100–P120

• Furniture: finish at approximately P120–P180

• Depending on the timber, a slightly finer finish may produce a calmer appearance

Remove all sanding dust with a vacuum cleaner and soft dust cloth.

Applying Polyx-Oil Express

Stir extremely thoroughly before and during use. Do not thin.

Apply a very thin and even coat in the direction of the wood grain. Use one of our professional microfibre rollers, flooring brushes or specialist brushes shown with the related products below.

Distribute the product thoroughly within approximately five minutes. Avoid heavy applications, puddles and overlapping areas. Because the finish dries very quickly, work in manageable sections without interruption.

Allow the first coat to dry completely before applying a second thin coat using the same method.

For renovation of an existing correctly oiled surface, one thin coat on the completely clean and dry wood is normally sufficient.

Use our specialist rollers and brushes

Polyx-Oil Express dries considerably faster than standard Polyx-Oil. An unsuitable roller or brush can quickly create overlaps, stripes and uneven film thickness.

Use the professional microfibre rollers, flooring brushes, lacquer rollers and brushes displayed with the related products on this page.

Prepare all tools, trays, rollers and brushes before starting. Work in logical sections along the wood grain and maintain a wet edge.

Important information for 3340 White

Osmo Express 3340 White is a complete white transparent two-coat finish. Apply two thin coats of 3340 to untreated wood.

Do not routinely finish 3340 with a clear Polyx-Oil. A clear topcoat can make the white appearance warmer or more yellow.

Use:

• First coat: Osmo Express 3340 White

• Second coat: Osmo Express 3340 White

Stir extremely thoroughly before and during application to keep the white pigments evenly distributed. Always complete a test area.

Adding Hardener 6632

Osmo Hardener 6632 is an optional additive that reduces the drying time of Polyx-Oil Express.

When using a complete 2.5-litre container, add the complete matching bottle of hardener and mix both components extremely thoroughly.

When using only part of the container, mix separately:

• 94 parts by volume Polyx-Oil Express

• 6 parts by volume Hardener 6632

After adding hardener, the pot life is approximately 60 minutes. Never mix more product than can confidently be applied within approximately 45 minutes.

Do not pour mixed material back into the original Polyx-Oil Express container.

Express or Rapid?

Polyx-Oil Express and Polyx-Oil Rapid are different products.

• Express: extremely fast professional application; clear finishes dry in approximately 2–3 hours

• Rapid: slower and generally more relaxed to apply

• Express with hardener: clear finishes dry in approximately 1–2 hours

Express requires careful preparation, a faster working pace and greater application experience. Rapid may be easier for consumers and smaller projects.

Cork flooring

Cork absorbs a considerable amount of product. Apply Polyx-Oil Express particularly thinly and allow a longer drying time of at least 6–8 hours.

Always complete a test area. Excess product can remain tacky on cork for an extended period.

Cabinet interiors and drawers

Apply a maximum of one extremely thin coat with a lint-free cloth inside cabinets and drawers. Provide extended ventilation before closing or using the furniture.

Drying and curing

Although the surface dries and becomes recoatable quickly, it is not immediately fully cured.

Full curing takes approximately two to three weeks. Treat the floor carefully during the first few days and do not cover it with plastic, cardboard, rugs or other non-breathable materials.

Avoid prolonged moisture contact and intensive cleaning during curing.

Coverage

One litre of Osmo Polyx-Oil Express covers approximately 24 m² of smooth, sanded timber with one thin coat.

As untreated wood requires two coats, one litre will complete approximately 12 m² with the full two-coat system.

Actual coverage depends on the timber species, absorption, sanding and application method.

Cleaning and maintenance

Regularly remove sand and loose dirt with a soft broom, dust mop or vacuum cleaner.

Use our Eco Multi Cleaner for normal weekly hygienic cleaning. Always use a well-wrung mop and never leave puddles on the wooden floor.

Use Wisch-Fix separately when the oil and wax finish requires additional care. Wisch-Fix does not replace normal hygienic cleaning.

When the surface becomes locally dull or worn, clean it carefully, allow it to dry completely and apply one extremely thin renovation coat of the same Express finish.

View the Osmo maintenance plan.

Important safety information

Polyx-Oil Express is a flammable liquid. Keep it away from heat, sparks, flames and other ignition sources. Do not smoke while applying the product.

Wear suitable gloves and provide adequate ventilation.

Hardener 6632 may cause an allergic skin reaction and respiratory irritation. Always follow the separate safety information supplied with the hardener.

Cloths, pads and application materials containing liquid oil residue can generate heat and self-ignite. Immediately spread used materials outside to dry completely or store them under water inside a sealed metal container.

Technical information

• View the official Osmo Polyx-Oil Express information
  
  
• Download the official technical product information
  
  
• Osmo Polyx-Oil Express – Safety Data Sheet (PDF)