WOCA Antique Oak Lye has been specially developed to produce an ammonia smoked appearance to oak wood. Results vary.
- Gives oak wood an ammonia smoked appearance
- Requires subsequent treatment with oil
- Only for oak wood
- Does not contain pigments
* PLEASE NOTE * Due to the Sodium Hydroxide found in Antique, Driftwood and Softwood Lye, the product has been deemed hazardous by the Department of Transportation and requires special documentation and transportation. An $80.00 Hazmat Fee per 1 box (4 2.5 Liter containers) is mandated by the Department of Transportation and is required for ground shipping. A signature is required for delivery
IMPORTANT: Due to settings and color adjustments within individual computer monitors and hand-held devices, the color on your wood may or may not be achieved as shown in the color swatches. We encourage you to order a tester and apply it to a piece of your wood for verification.
WOCA Antique Lye has been especially developed to produce an ammonia smoked appearance to oak wood. This product is user-friendly but corrosive and should be handled with caution during application. Since the product reacts with the tannic acid in the oak, the color after application may vary depending on the concentration of tannin in the wood. However, it creates a unique color and Vintage appearance. The final color will first be achieved after 1-2 months. Results vary.
How to Apply WOCA Antique Lye
- Wear suitable acid proof protective clothing, gloves and eye goggles for protection.
- The wood must be clean, dry and free from dirt and grease. We recommend application as soon as possible after sanding.
- Pour Antique Lye into a plastic paint tray.
- Apply Antique Lye with the WOCA Applicator in an even coat on the floor, following the wood grain.
- 1 container covers 250 square feet.
- Let the floor or woodwork dry at least 2-4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Wash floor with WOCA Intensive Wood Cleaner (see separate instructions). This will neutralize tannins and prevent water spotting.
- Let the floor dry completely, 8-12 hours, preferably overnight.
- When wood is dry, de-nib the floor and its standing fibers using a standard buffer with thick green or red buffing pads until the floor is smooth. De-nib floor first before polishing the edges.
- Vacuum the floor or wood surface when completed.
- Finish the floor or woodwork with oil.
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