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1. Are there any harmful chemicals in the Odie’s products?
Nope! There are no harmful chemicals, solvents, VOC’s, or hardeners in Odie’s finishes, all ingredients are food-safe, so it is safe for your family and pets and it’s safe for our planet too.
2. What can Odie’s be used on?
Odie’s finishes can be used on virtually any surface. This includes, but isn’t limited to wood, concrete, stone, clay, marble, brick, metal, plastic, leather, and epoxy.
3. Can Odie’s products be used outdoors?
All Odie’s products can be used outdoors with the exception of our Oxi and Dark products. When finishing an outdoor project, especially a large one such as a deck, we recommend that you first use a layer of our Super Penetrating Oil, and then follow up with a layer of regular Odie’s Oil or Super Duper Oil.
As an extra feature, Odie’s finishes also offer UV and mold protection when you use them outside, for additional extra protection you can add Mr. Cornwall’s Creative Colours which will act as sunblock. Refresh your piece when need it and keep the surface clean to reduce any chance of mold growth.
4. Does Odie’s offer UV and weather protection?
Yes, Odie’s finishes offer UV and mold protection, Odie’s is sun cream for wood. For additional protection you can add Mr. Cornwall’s Creative Colours which will act as sunblock. Refresh your piece when need it and keep the surface clean to reduce any chance of mold growth. We do not recommend Odie’s Dark Finishes for outdoor use.
5. How can I clean things that are finished with Odie’s products?
- You can mix 1 part vinegar with 10 parts water and clean with a terry cotton cloth.
- You can use soapy water, but remember to rinse all the suds off, and then wipe it dry.
6. When should I refresh my finish?
You should refresh your finish when you notice it is getting dull. Many customers do not have this happen for many years, but it depends on the use of the piece as to how long it will be before it needs to be refreshed. For instance, in most common settings, the finish will not need to be refreshed for many years. To bring back your sheen you simply need to add one thin layer of original Odie’s Oil, buff it in, let it set for about 45 minutes, and then buff it off completely.
7. Can I use Odie’s oil on top of an already present stain or finish?
Yes, but it’s always best to use Odie’s directly on the wood, so it will penetrate the wood fiber and make that barrier against stains and water that makes Odie’s Oils so effective and unique in the market. Also, it is best to use Odie’s products anyhow! If you have specific questions about this, get in touch with our team and we will be able to help you.
8. How many m² can one small jar of Odie’s Oil cover? And the other products?