Exterior Oil Tester Instructions

Sample tester instructions are not the same as full size product instructions for the project. It is important to read the full size product instructions to understand the real scope of labor for the project.

1. It is important to wipe down the test area using a clean cloth with plain water and let it dry for at least 2 hours before applying the Oil. This is also called “water popping” the grain to allow more of the pigment from the Oil to penetrate and achieve a richer color. Use WOCA Exterior Cleaner to water pop for the actual project, which is imperative in tannin rich, oily Exotic wood species.
2. Start with 1 teaspoon of Oil on the wood surface. Spread the oil with a cloth or a piece of red 3M pad. The surface should be visibly wet.
3. Leave the oil to soak on the sample for no more than 5 minutes. If the surface does not appear saturated with oil, add more oil.
4. Using a clean, dry cloth, wipe off all of the oil. The surface should look silky and there should not be any unevenness, puddling or excess oil on the surface. Leave to dry for 24 hours. Note There are no self levelers in WOCA Oil products. Wiping off the excess oil is a mandatory step for success.
5. A 2nd coat may be applied 6 hours later for a deeper, richer color. Repeat steps 2-4. Less oil is necessary for the 2nd coat.