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Driftwood Lye

Creates an unforgettable weathered look

$18.00

Driftwood Gray
Driftwood White
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PRODUCT INFORMATION

WOCA Driftwood Lye

WOCA Driftwood Lye is a water based product that give the wood a unique, weather-beaten patina. The product is for use only on oak wood. By using WOCA Driftwood Lye, the wood will develop a very nice, 2-dimensional appearance. After using WOCA Driftwood Lye, the wood surface must be treated with one of the WOCA finishing oils. Results vary.

This product is only allowed to ship in the contiguous United States.  It is not available to ship to Alaska or Hawaii.

IMPORTANT NOTICE * The presence of Sodium Hydroxide in Antique, Driftwood, and Softwood Lye has classified this product as hazardous by the Department of Transportation. Consequently, it necessitates special documentation and handling during transportation. A Hazmat Fee of $100.00 per box is required, regardless of whether you are shipping a standard 2.5-liter bottle or a 3.5-ounce sample tester, as mandated for ground shipping by the Department of Transportation.

1 box = Qty 1-4, 2.5 liter bottles.

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.

INSTRUCTIONS

WOCA Driftwood Lye Instructions

For detailed guidance, refer to the following resources:

Driftwood Lye Application Instructions

Tester Application Instructions

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Coverage

2.5 Liter Coverage: 250 square feet

Tester Coverage: 2-4 square feet

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of wood can Driftwood Lye be used on?

Driftwood Lye is only for use on Oak Wood, because it reacts with the tannins found in Oak wood. You can use one of our other pre-finishing lye products on other wood species.

Why is there a Hazmat shipping fee?

The presence of Sodium Hydroxide in Antique, Driftwood, and Softwood Lye has classified this product as hazardous by the Department of Transportation. Consequently, it necessitates special documentation and handling during transportation. A Hazmat Fee of $100.00 per box is required, regardless of whether you are shipping a standard 2.5-liter bottle or a 3.5-ounce sample tester, as mandated for ground shipping by the Department of Transportation.

1 box = Qty 1-4, 2.5 liter bottles.

These orders will be shipped using FedEx Ground Hazmat and a signature is required upon delivery.

Do I need to add an oil finish or topcoat to my floors after applying the lye?

Wood Lye is not a finish, it’s a pretreatment. Lye treated wood is still unfinished wood, so yes, you will need to add an oil finish to protect the flooring after applying lye. Most customers topcoat/finish with either Diamond Oil Active or Master Color Oil in White or Extra White for that signature Scandinavian look.

Can I apply a polyurethane over a lye?

Yes, but the lye must be denibbed with a green pad and neutralized with Intensive Wood Cleaner prior to applying polyurethane. Intensive Wood Cleaner must be used to neutralize the lye otherwise it will corrode a water based finish.

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