Care - Maintenance and Rejuvenation of Livos Oils On Tables & Benchtops

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Even after many years, if your solid wooden table or bench top has been sanded and oiled correctly, it can still create a feeling of being timeless and beautiful; however, it requires the appropriate care and maintenance.

The maintenance routine will be dependent on issues such as usage and with what it is cleaned with. The Livos coating is made from natural raw materials including oil, waxes and resins. It is completely non-toxic and certified food-safe. It requires light and ventilation to harden and cure. Whilst not as resilient as Laminate, one can easily rejuvenate the surface with minimal effort.

FOR TABLES AND BENCHES AFTER THE FINAL OIL IT IS RECOMMENDED TO

Do not use the surface for 24 hours.

- Avoid water totally for the first 4 weeks (the longer the better). If spillages occur, dry immediately, do not wash the surface in the early stages. This is necessary to allow the natural oil wax resin to harden and cure. Light and ventilation aid in the curing process.

REGULAR CLEANING & CARING FOR SURFACES

Place a few drops to half a teaspoon of Trena in a one litre spray bottle, dilute with water and spray lightly on the surface, wipe dry. Alternatively, use a slightly damp not wet cloth with diluted Trena. Avoid higher concentrations. This is a mild and effective cleaner, leaving the oil layer untouched.

***Please note cleaner may be used on various surfaces.***

A little sensible care will keep your timber surface a pleasure.

- Do not use excessive water or leave wet items on the surface for an extended time.

- Avoid using harsh micro-fibre cloths. Many microfibre cloths are extremely harsh and may strip the nutrients/oil from the surface. Cotton cloths are ideal.

- Do not use baking soda, ammonia, abrasive or harsh cleaners.

- Do not use dishwashing liquid or leftover water to clean benches.

REPAIRS

Deep penetrating stains or scratches may require sanding with fine sand paper, which has been wetted with a few drops of the original oil used. Alternatively, lightly sand the damaged area and reapply some of the original oil used. Wipe off excess.

REJUVENATION

If or when the surface looks matt or dry, apply a thin layer of the original oil used or the Kunos Maintenance Oil #1862. Wipe on; after 10 minutes then wipe off all the excess. It is recommended not to use the surface for 12 hours.

Keep any unused oil and decant into a smaller container with no oxygen for future rejuvenation purposes.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Always be sure to store cleaning rags, sponges, etc. that are still wet or even slightly moist with Livos oils in an airtight metal container or in water, as there is a danger of spontaneous combustion caused by the linseed oil in the product. The product alone will not undergo spontaneous combustion.

For application information request or download the "Application" sheet from www.livos.com.au

“Our information is given in good faith and is based on results obtained from experience and tests. However, as the workmanship is beyond our control, all recommendations and suggestions are made without guarantee.”

Livos Australia PTY LTD

16 Federation Road (28-42 Smeaton Avenue) Dandenong South Victoria 3175

Ph. 03.9762 9181

info@livos.com.au