BEST FINISH FOR BIRCH PLY / PLYWOOD - to Keep its Original Light Wood Colour Osmo PolyX Oil 3032

This is my video on the number one finish to use on birch plywood to keep its original colour. Here is link to OSMO Oil finish I used: amzn.to/2WwN9qx
And here is my comparison video comparing all of the different OSMO PolyX Oils if you'd like to see the difference: • How to Apply Osmo Oil ...
Let me know what you think of my new internal birch ply cladding and if you decided to used OSMO Oil in your project :]

[@seanlyons161]

04:28 Never mind the job, I came here for the shirtless part 😝😜

[@danpep123]

So much good info in here. Just what I need in my current project. That T-shirt tan is class too 😀

[@Kevin_Rhodes]

A lovely natural look. Both the wall and Matt! 🙂

[@valis6761]

Nice shirt... the one in the first part of the video😁. I was wondering how osmo goes on birch plywood. Now I know. Thanks

[@MattHutton]

Hahahahaha :)

[@DCUPtoejuice]

EXACTLY what I was looking for plus chest hair!

[@MattHutton]

Haha

[@karennoon7140]

Fabulous - thanks for the informative video. Been looking around for awhile for a suitable finish for our birch plywood ceilings

[@MattHutton]

Awesome :) glad it helped!

[@aadjoow]

Glad to see this example of more natural and light finish rather than all the dramatic dark and contrasty finishes that the American KZbinrs use. I will probably use this on my unfinished oak furniture.

[@MattHutton]

Aad1 nice! Glad to hear it :)

[@MattHutton]

Where’re you from in America?

[@aadjoow]

I'm from the Netherlands!

[@MattHutton]

Aad1 ah cool 😎

[@xmnemonic]

100% agree. Thank god I found an American specialty lumberyard that sells Osmo, and only Osmo.

[@usatnl]

YUM! It's hard to concentrate on anything other than the hot shirtless man, but that's never a bad thing. I did still learn something so thanks. New subscriber.

[@MattHutton]

Hey Andrew, thanks for subscribing, I appreciate it :]

[@nicolaroberts109]

Would you recommend this for kitchen cabinet doors. I’d like something that you can wipe clean if there’s food or water marks.

[@carolineyates1379]

Looks fab. I notice you have no screws showing in the birch ply. How’ve you done that? Also you have a small gap in between panels? Why is there such a large gap at the top? Appreciate your help. Thanks

[@MattHutton]

Hey Caroline, I can tell you if you promise to subscribe :)

[@MattHutton]

I used a good quality grab adhesive like this: amzn.to/30AayiC when you push it up against the wall it grips on like Velcro and it won’t fall back then you can just continue applying pressure all around the sheet until you’re happy that it is positioned correctly and flush with all surrounding sheet (kind of like what you would do with tiles) The gap between sheets is actually 3mm hard board/mdf cut into 6mm strips (same thickness as the birch ply) and then superglued to the edges of the birch ply to make sure they stayed in position. This is not necessary, it’s just done for effect and to break up the pieces of birch ply, because 1 sheet was 2440mm tall but our wall was 2550mm so we decided to break up the pieces to give it a tiled effect, as one sheet wouldn’t extent all the way from the floor to ceiling anyway. 8ft sheet are half the price of 10ft sheets in the UK so we didn’t see the sense in using a sheet 10ft sheet. The gap at the top was later filled, with more birch ply, just not in this video. I hope that helps. :)

[@VANESSASDAILYLIFE]

*I love the wall looks beautiful*

[@MattHutton]

Thanks so much

[@jamesjohnson6429]

Would you be able to use this finish for a birch ply kitchen worktop, would it make it durable enough / wipeable / waterproof etc..

[@luckyphilster]

Nice one. I’m going for the polyx raw with my birch ply job.

[@timhurring5454]

Hi Matt, I really enjoyed the video. We’re also planning to use Osmo on our Birch ply walls. My local supplier recommended using a roller. Why did you use the Scotch Brite pads instead of a roller? Also, the supplier recommended using 100 - 120 grit sandpaper (which I thought was strange). As a result, my tests don’t have a smooth sheen. I’ll do some more using 240 grit like you.

[@PENFOLD1962]

Top top video thank you. BIG THUMBS UP ALL DAY LONG 👍😷👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@twmd]

osmo poly is really good stuff. i've been using it to protect my solid oak woodwork for a while now as it leaves a much paler natural colour. I'm not a fan of the 70s fake tan danish oil look. It also smells quite nice :D

[@MattHutton]

I second that the danish oil looks a bit old and cheap on some woods. Osmo keep the wood a much more natural colour and not to glossy, more of a sheen.

[@jacquelineswennen8425]

Hello, did you lightly sand the first layer before putting in the second layer of oil?

[@StephenLatimerWoody]

I came here for the birch ply and stayed for the chest hair.

[@mariajudova]

Hi. Thanks for an informative video. I like the look of finished plywood, but I wonder if it doesn't get the yellow tint over time since Osmo is oil-based?

[@MattHutton]

To me it looks the same as when I applied it a year and a half ago but it may have yellowed slightly it’s hard to tell. If your worries about yellowing go for the osmo raw. It got a white-ish look to it and keeps the wood closest to its original colour. Check out my osmo oil comparison video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWWzop-Vf7KEhrc

[@mariajudova]

@@MattHutton great, thanks! 🙂

[@MattHutton]

@@mariajudova no worries

[@HamishScottWilson]

What is you method to fix the ply sheets to the wall?

[@aoifeporter3044]

Just wondering if you tried rubio monocoat? have been told this is also good but I tried a sample and found it hard to get consistent finish. Have two rooms with birch ply walls and want to stop the wood from yellowing. Will this osmo product stop that?

[@orrd]

If you don't want it to yellow, I would avoid oil and use a water-based polyurethane. Or water-based spar urethane if it's exposed to sunlight.

[@marinpetkovic1044]

Hi thank you for the video, this seems like the great alternative and unlike other finishes it fairly straightforward. I am just wondering if you used the same product in 2 coats or some other product (wax) for the finishing on the second coat?

[@danparks8894]

Awesome. I’m picking some up for a birch plywood wall organiser I was considering using Danish Oil on.. I’ll save that for hardwood and grab this instead. Cheers!

[@MattHutton]

Dan Parks nice man :)

[@stevengarner2919]

Thanks for the vid! Have you used Matt as well as Satin? Comparisons??

[@MattHutton]

Yes if you check out the following video, you can see a comparison between all the samples: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWWzop-Vf7KEhrc I show how they all reflect in the light so you should be able to get a good idea of which one you might like to use :) I hope that helps.

[@mikenguyen1578]

got the link for the pads? don't see anywhere selling these for a fiver anymore... thanks!

[@shrikrishnaveniinteriors]

Very nice information ... Good luck thank u...

[@lucyharris2412]

Thanks for the great video, do you know of any low V.O.C alternatives? Thanks 😊

[@olegx.8173]

Biofa has some oils with tiny VOC content, but they are not as popular as OSMO and hard to find in many countries.

[@language_and_society]

Thanks for this useful video. Quick question. What does this wax protect the wood from exactly would it protect it from food stains? like tea and food stains?

[@MattHutton]

Yes, as long as you don’t leave it on there too long.

[@badbong]

I wonder if i could spray the polyX too? Id like to pre finish it in a booth before installing the ply.

[@MattHutton]

You could but it really need to be rubbed in to make it as thin as possible. Spraying may apply it too thick. But worth a go. You never know :)

[@jasongairn]

Hi Matt, great video. I am building a few door frames in 24mm Birch ply. I was going to use a water-based acrylic lacquer applied with a roller. Have you used lacquer yourself on Birch and how does it compare? Cheers.

[@MattHutton]

I haven’t used lacquer on birch but I’m certain that you’ll get a much more glossy finish with lacquer compared to this oil/wax. But if that’s something you like then cool :)

[@jasongairn]

@@MattHutton ahhhh I did a bigger experiment than yourself and ended with Osmo Raw with satin. Door oil was less effective and lacquer was way too 80's.

[@handle1196]

What do the scotch brite pads offer over a brush, also how did you attach the sheets to the wall i can't see any fixings on the face?

[@MattHutton]

Hi dan, grab adhesive works very well. www.toolstation.com/everbuild-solvent-free-multi-stick-grab-adhesive/p38941 this one in particular works very well. Holds it on the wall even if the wood is bowed. The pads polish the surface nicely. And get ride of excess liquid. It buffs the surface

[@darrenhaken]

Can you link to the pads?

[@darvaish4552]

Hi Matt, what would you use to primer ply wood? i am wishing to use osmo to stain it a bit warmer tone. appreciate your help. and thanks for taking your time and making a nice video and sharing.

[@MattHutton]

Do you want to prime it to paint over the top?

[@darvaish4552]

@@MattHutton no Matt I would like to oil stain it to some warm tone. Thanks for replying

[@D4ENX]

Looks good that mate, are you putting any type of coving up to cover the gap at the top or leaving as is?

[@MattHutton]

Cheers mate, I’ve actually filled it in with a few more strips of birch plywood, I was just eager to make this video before the strips arrived!

[@VRtechman]

I've seen people use metal rails for that.

[@mikebarkersvideoshop7932]

Probably might use a T-shirt

[@Mikharper]

Thank you for the video. Can I ask where you got the birch plywood from (as I am from UK also) and how you attached it to the wall?

[@MattHutton]

Hey Michael, nice ;) I got the sheets from Latham’s, it’s call Elegance. It has a thin veneer of high quality birch and poplar core. Or you can get fully birch ply but it’s does looks as good on the surface.

[@Mikharper]

@@MattHutton just been through their website, would you say the birch vaneer was cheaper than birch itself (which is approx £70 per full sheet) - struggling to find prices as it seems to be trade based? (Thank you!)

[@MattHutton]

Michael Harper if you call them up they can advise you on prices :)

[@DCUPtoejuice]

does water based reduce the yellow hues?

[@neavius]

Water based does reduce the yellowing effect over the years.

[@chapter809]

Matt why don’t you have a shirt on?

[@xmnemonic]

Did you sand before finishing?

[@MattHutton]

Sanded before applying if that’s what you mean?

[@xmnemonic]

@@MattHutton Yes, sand before applying the OSMO.

[@williamj8349]

Thanks for the tips. I guess you really wanted to get them off your chest!

[@MattHutton]

Indeed lol :)

[@plantage99]

I’ve looked on eBay for the white pads to apply. Couldn’t clearly understand what you said - was it - scotch brite pads? I put that into ebay and there are no white!! Help please. Great vid btw was just researching what to put on my birch wood shelves!!

[@MattHutton]

rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F232066104529 Sorry I meant to put a link in the description

[@brackenlobb]

Did you have a link for the pads?

[@MattHutton]

Hey, yes in the description

[@brackenlobb]

@@MattHutton I can't see it. just the like to oil.

[@MattHutton]

brackenlobb rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F232066104529

[@ignisinfinitus1465]

would steel wool work for rubbing as well?

[@MattHutton]

It may leave some bits behind but worth a go :)

[@RADCOMJ1]

hahahaa half dressed man stroking his wood with a rubber on made me giggle a bit. :-P really appreciate the info and gutted that I just bought festool vlies when i could have gotten your sponge. Subscribed cheers

[@MattHutton]

Lol no worries :)

[@fattyboombatty7736]

Thought I'd stumbled across a nudist DIY channel - thanks for the vid

[@MattHutton]

You have ;)

[@ulsterscot]

Would this material work in a bathroom?thanks

[@MattHutton]

Where in the bathroom

[@ulsterscot]

@@MattHutton I was going to do a couple of walls with plywood.. And then tile the shower cubicle. Thanks

[@MattHutton]

David G the osmo oil is pretty waterproof. It’s use for worktops kitchen cabinets and so lots of environments in moist conditions. I wouldn’t recommend using it in constant contact with water from the shower, but in the same room should be fine as long as the wood is completely sealed with the osmo :) it’s got like a hard wax surface and oil that penetrates into the wood so it’s pretty water repellent to be honest

[@ulsterscot]

@@MattHutton thanks V much for the advice matt. Much appreciated.

[@VRtechman]

I wouldn't risk it.

[@brazenbunnies]

Camera movement is too much. But good info

[@MattHutton]

My apologies, my other videos are a bit more steady :)

[@stephanieroberts1394]

Wow. Hairy tummy.

[@MattHutton]

Why thank you 😊

[@alexswain5203]

Hi Matt, great video thanks! Can you tell me whether you think this approach would be adequate/robust enough for a kitchen surface? Thanks! @Matt Hutton

[@milkod2001]

Osmo is great but those ply walls why on earth did you apply it on walls? It looks terrible IMO.

[@MattHutton]

Fair enough, my wife says the same. I like them though

[@treenajamiethegsd924]

I think they are gorgeous but I guess I have a more modern aesthetic. Perhaps it would have been nicer to say they are not your style rather than criticize .

[@PakaBassPlaya]

I love the esthetics as well. Did brich panels darkened over time? Does this oil wax provide some UV protection?

[@jasonkingshott2971]

I got seasick.

[@tranzco1173]

or go the danish way = soap flakes finish. cheap no mess and looks better.

[@chumleyk]

I feel violated

[@MrSquareart]

Nice video!!!!!!

[@gratefuladventurer.8815]

Would love to watch the video but your camera work makes me car sick.

[@cubitme]

Unfortunately I cant see any difference due to the shoddy camera work.

[@CuriousOldMan]

Is no one going to ask why he is naked?

[@ttmmaacc]

lol you filmed a KZbin video and decided not to wear t-shirt ..in real life.

[@MattHutton]

Correct

[@crystalblair8198]

I can’t see crap because of you having the camera so zoomed in. Zoom OUT

[@menbobbymagee2594]

You need a haircut the shirt looks better

[@MattHutton]

Really?

[@jackhershaw6295]

You should be wearing less clothing

[@MattHutton]

Finally someone who gets me!

[@MattHutton]

:)

[@Chris-xd4kb]

put a shirt on bro

[@MattHutton]

Most of my vids are with shirt on but this was done in the summer and was super hot inside :)

[@jdigity72]

FFS - put a shirt on

[@Freecandyvw63]

Put a top on