How to apply Danish Oil

[@fiend821]

Summary 1. Pre-sand wood up to 240 grit 2. Shake can 3. 1st application: Pour Danish oil onto clean rag/paper towel, and rub onto wood. Surface should be slightly wet. Leave to soak in for a few minutes. 4. Wipe off excess with fresh paper towel, don't let excess oil dry on the surface. Let dry for 4-8h. 5. 2nd application: Rub a thin layer of Danish oil onto paper towel. Leave for a few minutes. 6. Wipe off excess with fresh paper towel. Let dry for 4-8h. 7. 3rd application: repeat steps 5 & 6. 8. 4th application: drip a small amount of Danish oil onto the surface, use 600 girt sandpaper to sand with the oil. (slurry of wood dust and oil is normal). 9. Wipe off excess with fresh paper towel. Let dry for 4-8h. Stop here if satin finish is desired. 10. 5th application: Repeat steps 8 & 9 until the level of gloss is desired.

[@JonathanBrief]

It's not the same if you write it out like this. I enjoy seeing him rub his wood.

[@fiend821]

@@JonathanBrief I found myself rewatching the video way too many times so I decided to summarise it for myself. He does rub wood really well tho

[@hrfici]

I don't know? Takes 4 times to slurry his wood ...

[@Tommy-bf2br]

@@JonathanBrief haha epic comment

[@camkai1998]

@@JonathanBrief 🤣😂🤣😂

[@galaxydreaming]

Excellent video! Easy to follow instructions and straight to the point 💥 thank you

[@anthro7826]

great work! fabian!!! this really helped out with my school project🤪😜😝t🖐✋🖐✋🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@luifranco1457]

This is the best how-to video I’ve seen so far on applying Danish Oil. All the other videos I’ve seen say to dump some oil on the surface and then rub it in. The problem with that is if you have some grooves or other (routed) details in your work, then it’s hard to get the oil out of tight areas. Paper towels work great since they don’t hold a heavy amount of the oil, and they make it easy to pick up the excess. I didn’t know about sanding with 600 on the 4th coat, thanks for that!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you. I appreciate it.

[@Exodus5K]

For those wondering, he sanded on coat #4 with 600 grit sandpaper. It was at this point (after wiping off the oil) that he indicated a 'satin' finish was achieved. This means 5 to 6 coats would be necessary for a higher gloss finish.

[@Sooz3112]

Thank you! x

[@jamesford5626]

Conor McKee thanks! 😊

[@dadbydesign]

damn i thought he said 220 grit!! i went and used 320 like a dummy on a small area of a table, now I can't get the sandpaper scratches out

[@jem8472]

Thanks for this video. I have been making a couple of jewelry/keepsake boxes for my nieces for Xmas. They are made from Sapele. I just did this method for applying Danish oil and they look amazing. I just did them to the satin finish and they feel amazingly smooth.

[@northcackalacky4694]

Exactly the honest information I've been looking for. Making my sister a Zebra wood and Purple heart computer desk. Perfect. Thank you.

[@elxenomorph534]

Thank you so much sir, I really needed this video. I am polishing old furniture, I had no clue how to go about it.

[@gprice1978]

Just stumbled across this video, exactly what I was looking for as I am going to finish a guitar with danish oil. Subscribed.

[@ettnollbajen]

How die the guitar turn out? I'm in my way to do it as well

[@IUsedToBeAPygmy]

Thank you for the effort of making these videos, they really help beginners like me a lot! Cheers!

[@TheDanm22]

You just saved my project. I was about to cry because i thought i did something wrong lol. Many helpful tips. Thank you

[@TaoOfCharlie]

Perfect! Thank you! I am oiling and cleaning up a spinning wheel. Your instructions are easy and to the point. Perfect!

[@saugeangel6607]

Thank you Fabian. Sorry my previous comment was so brief. But the reason was, after watching some of your extremely good and informative video, I was in a hurry to get out of the door of my sisters flat to get back to my new flat where I am restoring a wooden bed base. I had managed to bleach out some pretty horrendous black rings courtesy of the previous owners, and had just applied my first coat of Danish oil with a rag, which I then scrunched up and left in the kitchen. When I got back to my sister's flat (where I am staying till said bed base is finished) I thought I had better watch a video on how to apply Danish oil as I hadn't really a clue. It was at the point where you mention that the rag can spontaneously combust, that I left a quick comment, and rushed back to my new flat. Fortunately, the rag had not spontaneously combusted so I laid it out flat outside in a non-flamable area and came back to my sister's and watched the rest of your video. After watching your video I learned the proper application, and that Danish oil was perfect for the effect that I wanted to create with my bed base. I think the base is beech but I can't be sure. Ayway, thank you for your great video, and for potentially saving me from burning down my new flat. As a woman on my own, I found it extremely helpful x

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Appreciate you checking it out :)

[@alansimpson596]

Thank you Fabian. That's the first time I've understood how to use Danish oil properly.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thanks Man, Appreciate it!

[@Sath888]

Nice video Fabian and well presented with all the information I required. I like the sanding tip. Thanks, this has been a great help

[@pabitramohangayan1482]

I hardly believed how easy it is to apply. So awesome video.

[@areks.6101]

Exactly, this is the video I was looking for. Thanks for sharing.

[@epona9166]

Wow!! The oil/sandpaper coats bring the finish to a whole new level. I don't have 600 grit here but I do have what feels like sanding cloth (as opposed to paper) @400 grit. I used that, and the surface was way smoother. Definitely worth the trouble, which was minimal. Great video!

[@mark261166]

Thanks for posting your video, couldn't be explained more clearly.👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@luismtz9114]

I am finishing a bass guitar made of pine and banak, I am finishing it with cherry color Danish oil, started getting frustrated because the finish felt sticky in some areas and some areas seem dryer. the missing step I was not performing was to apply the Danish oil with a piece of sandpaper, it makes a HUGE improvement. Thank you for posting this video. Greetings from Mexico.

[@mihumus]

Nice tip of the sandpaper, thanks for sharing!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thanks for checking it out

[@steffaniemartz9742]

Thank you! Great info! I have an old farmhouse table that needs to be refinished, and I wanted to try danish oil on it, but I didn't know where to start! This was perfect.

[@esther6302]

Thank you Fabian, a very comprehensive demonstration. We are going to try it today!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thanks for checking it out :)

[@swcellular99]

Thank you for the sandpaper tip, my first project with Danish Oil is beautiful!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Cheers! Glad you like it!

[@greenpea9412]

Tonight I am going to practice using this same product on a piece of oak. It came from a top on a narrow table I built years ago and the surface has that orange yellow look from the finish ageing. I like it but it is dated and our front room in our house has darker wood so after I strip/ and stain the oak I am going to work in this Danish oil. I am enjoying your video's and look forward to learning how to use the Danish oil.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thanks for checking it out :)

[@BlueOceanDesigns]

Never thought watching Danish Oil being could be so therapeutic. Always wondered why my single application never looked good :).... Keep up the good work..

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Appreciate you checking it out.

[@lindsaylulu7830]

Thank you, Fabian! There are a whole lot of terrible websites on what and how to apply danish oil (I've read/watched them all now!). But your video made sense to me so I bought some and I used it over an earlier linseed application yesterday. Beautiful! More coats today and I'm definitely converted!

[@morseamarni7431]

Do Denish oil gives enought protection like lacquer even its applied for several layeres... thanks❣

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

I'd say it does. Maybe this video will answer your question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3XMf2yKeL-efs0

[@morseamarni7431]

@@FabiansTinyWorkshop Thank u fabian ...🙏 I mixed 30% percnts linseed oil+30% lacquer+ 30% Tiner mixed them.. Hoping to have Dinsh oil✌really thank u

[@saymyname218]

I learned a lot from this video and thank you ....But I can recommend any finishing by polishing with fine steel wool ( such as jewellers use )....I discovered this by mistake as I just had some lol.

[@wahinenuiloa]

Very good instructions. I've been using a similar finishing protocol for years and it works well. Thank you

[@williambranham6249]

I am in the process of finishing a shaker style wall shelf with a danish oil. Your video was very helpful. Thanks

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Glad you like it!

[@ShootingG1]

Is watco danish oil food safe, butcher block finish??

[@lightfusegetaway]

Thank for posting. After watching this, I decided on medium walnut Danish oil for some bookshelves I am building. Very confident they'll look great following your instructions.

[@Solid_Jackson]

Actually greta video, no nonsense 👍🏻

[@rosehayward5434]

Thankyou for making your videos quick and easy enough for beginners like me to follow.

[@289adrienne]

Thanks for sharing- you were so much help! Would never have known to use sandpaper and it’s made such a difference to the oak table I’ve been refinishing. Thanks!

[@AnthonyPrechtl]

You make everything look great, and you make doing it look easy and enjoyable.

[@amycoleman8757]

Thank you for the great tutorial. I am finishing wood shutters with danish oil (2 weeks after staining). I hope to apply enough costs to effectively make the shutters waterproof. Thanks again. Great instructions- I have now subscribed.

[@alanknuss1241]

Thank you for this. Just used this method to finish a guitar neck, and it looks beautiful 👍

[@gunterschone8402]

Schönes Video, Fabian.Das haste super erklärt, wie man das Öl am besten benutzt.Mit dem Öl-Zwischenschliff war mir auch neu gewesen.Danke für die ganzen Erklärungen.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Gern geschehen, danke für's Ansehen!

[@fraforgt-350r2]

Great video, I used your technique and i love the results. I just love danish oil, it provides a beautiful finish and it’s so easy to apply.

[@beardedwoodpecker]

That’s the instructions i was looking for thank you for sharing your knowledge Happy turnings Ioannis (Athens Greece)

[@Nickbox]

Excellent timing! I actually have several projects that I'm working on this month that I'm going to finish with Danish OIl, thanks for the video! Man that finish looks nice!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Cheers! Glad you like it!

[@ShuswapViking]

Thanks for the video Fab, I have some Danish oil I'm using to finish a coffee table, but could not see the instructions and did not know how long I could take between applications and sanding! Thank you!

[@jencochrane7294]

Great video. Thank you for sharing. Is it ok to use the wet sand the 4th coat on an indoor teak dining table? I'm assuming it is but want to double check. Thanks!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you. Yes it's OK.

[@greasyfingerss9811]

Great guide Fabian, keep good works.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@rtang10005]

Great video. This was very helpful.

[@joshthalheimer]

Thanks Fabian! We're putting this lesson to good use for our cedar bathroom ceiling.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you Josh :)

[@relibar]

Hi, Does it need some finish on top of the Denish oil? Say I want it to be water proof. Thanks for the great video.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Danish Oil should suffice. As far as I know it's a mixture of drying oils and poly. If you want a more durable finish go with polyurethane.

[@weka6533]

Fabian's Tiny Workshop I have 2 questions I hope you can answer. 1, why do you sand in a circular motion, I have always been told to sand with the grain, but I’ve only gone done to 400 grit before. And 2, in a few years time and it’s time to refinish the wood, how do you do it? With poly in the finish, does it need stripping right back to bare wood?

[@GunterThePenguinHatesHugs]

Very efficient and German, you have my kudos sir👌

[@edLambshanks]

great video - useful and informative. am going to have a go oiling like you suggest - thanks! 👍

[@kevinwells768]

I like the wet sanding idea - going to try this tomorrow on an oak window board I am fitting. Just to add that if you have an elec sander on oak you can go through a set of grit grades from 120 through to 1200 or 2000 for a really super smooth finish before applying the oil. If its really smooth, 2-3 coats will produce a glossy finish. 5-6 coats and it becomes a glass-like finish. Just finished a breakfast bar doing this. But this only works if you put in the time with the sanding.....swings and roundabouts.

[@andydee8843]

taking it to those high grit sandpapers it will give you a really shiny finish but won't pop the grain much because the oil won't penetrate deeply into the wood . For a grainy wood (such as ash or pine) I prep sand it with 120 grit sandpaper in order to leave the grain open. that's my point of view

[@annaberg9792]

Would you recommend danish oil for a pine dresser? I don't want it to be blotchy and want to to look as smooth and even as possible. If not danish oil, what is the best stain/finish for pine? Thank you in advance for your time!

[@matteoriva895]

Hi Fabian. You did a great training job. Maybe I lost some point, but let me know the wood type used in the video... Thanks so much

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

That was pearwood

[@simonchilli2088]

Very nice video. What do you clean your hands with afterwards please? I found it left a sticky residue on mine.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

I use soap but I know what you mean. Most of the time I use gloves.

[@simonchilli2088]

@@FabiansTinyWorkshop I used two types of hand soap, then washing up liquid. Finally I guess some vim powder which is an old style scouring powder.

[@mosquitobite94]

great video! how do you dispose of the paper towel so it doesn't risk catching fire?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you. I let it cure completely, then it can be disposed of.

[@mrbigg7255]

Very nice. Love the sand with oil. I have a bunch of 1”x12”x8’ red oak boards that are hung on staircase balusters. Looking for a quick way to finish them. This looks like the way to go. Matches the sheen on the wood doors in the building. Thanks.

[@Myoldaccount-mu7of]

What's the best way to clean a piece of wood like this? Lemon oil? Plain water? Furniture polish?

[@tweakerkid]

Lovely finish, great video 🤘

[@RedArrow73]

Would # 0000 Steel Wool not do as well?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Sorry that my reply took so long. Yes you can use steel wool.

[@Create2make]

Great video Fabian, Its a very helpful video.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you! Glad you like it!

[@EndUser-yu7gg]

i am doing this on a 8 ft board yeah I have A LOT of oil work to do but these tips are looking great just finished the sandpaper piece... it really made the grain pop.... I used FUR wood.... any tips for doing the edges and end pieces?

[@ThanhNguyen-ct1ks]

nice color and finish

[@kencoleman7762]

Nicely done and exactly what I was looking for.

[@philhewett1601]

Excellent video...thanx an' a hat tip! Well done. I am grateful for the sanding with 600 grit and oil. You seem to be much more conservative with your application than I am...I flood the surface, let it stand 10--15 minutes and then wipe it off. Again, thank you.

[@edreed5571]

Good video. You remind me of Dan Suzuki.

[@edreed5571]

He is German

[@kval1015]

Thanks for the video! We have decided to use Danish Oil on a wood shelving unit we built in the garage. We will likely do two coats to start since the areas we will be applying won't be receiving much wear and tear (just the supports and fronts of the shelves).

[@marcfoss7687]

Thank you Fabian, this was very helpful. I have a fairly large walnut bookshelf unit. I guess it would be possible to use a sanding machine to do the final 600 grit sanding (with the Danish oil) as opposed to doing the sanding by hand as you did...would this be ok? Thanks again.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

I think it might work. However be aware that heat from the friction of the sander can interfere with the resin in the danish oil.

[@marcfoss7687]

@@FabiansTinyWorkshop Many thanks for the reply. Very helpful point...will do the final sanding by hand as I don't want to take any unnecessary risks. All the best.

[@remyd8767]

How long does it take to completely dry before you can use the wood. Let's say this is for a computer desk. When I can put the monitors on the desk?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

It polymerizes in a few hours, but to be on the safe side I would wait a few days before putting the monitor down.

[@julien3544]

This looks very nice do you think it would be OK to use on my pine farm table?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

sure, of course

[@AfricanFlightStar]

Excellent thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@conservatoryman]

Using the sandpaper was a great tip, very impressed, many thanks and keep up the good work

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you

[@originaljazzgirl]

Excellent. Good teacher

[@vanessap8717]

What type of wood is that? Looks great.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

It's pear wood

[@1958linedancer]

thanks Fabian, I have been using this product but not properly I now see, great info. cheers

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Cheers! Thank you :)

[@quad1000]

How durable is the finish? Do I need a final sealing coat? I like that look but don't want a high maintenance finish...it's just on real walnut veneer speaker cabinets.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

It's not als soft as wax but not as hard as poly. I think it's the right finish for your purpose.

[@icespeckledhens]

Very good demonstation. The downside of Danish is that it's a very slow process, as you illustrated and also it needs to be in a dust free environment or you will get dust settling in the oil and you have to start again

[@sanramondublin]

so , is this a short cut to French polish? can I apply it on a pre-existing old polyurethane ? thanks again. You are great. greeting from north California.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

You can apply it on a pre-existing poly finish. It is by no means comparable to french polish but it is much easier to apply.

[@mvyper]

If you stained the wood, would you consider applying some sanding sealer before the first application of oil?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

No because the sanding sealer would prevent the oil to penetrate the wood.

[@mvyper]

@@FabiansTinyWorkshop thank you a lot!

[@melissamatsuoka]

wow this looks amazing!!! def going to try this

[@GregWallis]

Really nicely done, Fabian. That's the best finish I've seen with Danish Oil. I look forward to trying this out.

[@eddiehill6665]

Nice finish. I used it last night, but only 2 coats. I did not know that it gets glossy after more applications. Thanks for the video.

[@ricardofernandes4567]

Hi, Thanks for the vedio can I mix a little teak stain with danish oil and apply.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

If it's an oil based stain yes. If it's a water based stain it will not mix.

[@professionaloverthinker-x]

which dries faster blo or danish oil?

[@STlTCHlZ]

Oh, 4-8 hours, the first time you said it I thought you said 48 hours. I have an 11 foot Walnut worktop I need to treat, Thought it was going to take me 4 days to to all the coats. 4-8 hours is much better haha

[@tomkennish3630]

Im glad you asked, I thought so as well. I was hoping to finish this desk before Armageddon lol

[@russellriggan2088]

If you are planning on a polyurethane finish on top of the oil, allow the oil to dry 2-3 days before doing the poly. Best practice is wait until there is no smell from the oil.

[@jordanbraidwood]

LOL I thought the same too!

[@briannewton3535]

@@russellriggan2088 Wow, I didn't know you could poly on top. Ya live and learn :o)

[@skyelark155]

Me too

[@tweir1609]

I have seen the sanding part done with fine wire wool. Will this give me the same result as the sandpaper? I am oiling teak.😊

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Yes, but steel wool can leave fine metal shavings in the pores of the wood, which could later lead to discoloration due to rust.

[@spam12031]

Thanks for the instructional video it's awesome I'm going to try

[@derrekclay7425]

Is it okay to use danish oil on a wood surface that has already been stained? I want to bring out the wood grain and add some gloss to a bedframe. Right now it is stained, raw wood wood without a lacquer.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Oiling stained wood will work fine.

[@davechapman7735]

an excellent demonstration thanks for that good advice. cheers NZ

[@itsallaboutme12345]

Good video. I'm new to wood working...Will I require some sort of wood conditioner for pine wood before applying the Danish oil? Or am I good to dive right in

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Oil will enhance the wood figure. If this is not wanted you can use a conditioner for blotch control. It's up to you ;-)

[@itsallaboutme12345]

Thanks for the reply....I've subscribed!

[@tonyhaltmar1383]

Hi Fabian! Is it ok to wait longer than 4-8 hours between applications if necessary? Also, this the best video, bar none, on how to apply Danish Oil, and I have seen my share. I am finishing a piece of Wenge and have seen so many videos, so that I don't mess things up. Yours is the most informative!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you, appreciate it. the longer you wait in between applications the better.

[@tonyhaltmar1383]

@@FabiansTinyWorkshop THANK YOU! Be blessed, brother.

[@AfricanSouthernCross]

Great info....I coated a floor with this oil before but never saw how to anywhere and had a poor result, applied too much oil in between coats thinking I am doing it to preserve the wood....thank you for enlightening me !

[@dwolff1971]

Very nice presentation. Thank you.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

You're welcome

[@ronaldmiller6822]

I appreciate your punctual reply! If I decide to apply a polyurethane topcoat to completely fill the pores for a mirror finish, presumably, I would need to sand the surface to 220 grit finish. Do you agree? Thank you!!

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

To ensure a mechanical bond, yes.

[@KharaokeTube]

Looks beautiful!!! 🤩

[@opasworkshop8373]

Great video Fabian I always wonder what's the best way to apply Danish oil.thanx 4 sharing

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Thank you Opa! Appreciate you checking it out!

[@ghengis430]

Thanks Fabian, I liked the comparisons, try as I might in hardware shops, nobody ever seems to know the difference. I don't want a glass finish, so I'll go gently!

[@adognamedBoo4me]

What a lovely finish just what I'm after. Would this finish be tough enough for a Jarrah dining table. I hope so.

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

I think so. It is not as durable as a polyurethane finish though!

[@eyvindurleo]

Would it be necessary to use sanding sealer if the wood is stained in tobacco sunburst first using spirit based stain?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

I don't think so. Also the sanding sealer would prevent the oil to soak into the wood. But whatever you do I would recommend to try it on a test piece first.

[@robertbays2134]

Fantastic video! Very helpful. Have done the sanding with 600 grit step, and then wiped with clean towel. After waiting overnight. It seems to have kind of an oil touch to it. Did I use too much? Will it eventually feel smooth or will it always have an oily finish?

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

The oil should cure completely.

[@robertbays2134]

@@FabiansTinyWorkshop Thank you!

[@rommycougar]

Do you apply danish oil next year directly or you need to do sanding from beginning?, thanks 🙏

[@FabiansTinyWorkshop]

Since I don't use it for outdoor projects I apply it once and not every year. Much like a lacquer or polyurethane.