WOCA Driftwood Lye is a water-based product that gives oak a unique weather-beaten patina.
- Gives oak a weather-beaten patina
- Requires subsequent treatment with oil
- Only for oak wood
- Certified by IBR
- Water-based
Driftwood Lye: Available in 2 colors - Grey and white.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The presence of Sodium Hydroxide in Antique, Driftwood, and Softwood Lye has classified this product as hazardous by Transport Canada.
This product incurs a flat dangerous goods shipping fee of $75.00 for one container, $100.00 per box (four containers), and $125.00 for more than one box (more than four), as mandated by Transport Canada.
Tester sizes which fall under the weight threshold have a flat dangerous good shipping fee of $50.00.
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.
Product Details
WOCA Driftwood Lye is a water based product that give the wood a 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.
* PLEASE NOTE * Due to the Sodium Hydroxide found in Driftwood Lye the product has been deemed hazardous by the Department of Transportation and requires special documentation and transportation. A $75.00 Hazmat Fee per 1 box (4 containers) is mandated by the Department of Transportation and is required for ground shipping.
Application Instructions
- Use suitable safety gloves and glasses during application.
- The surface needs light sanding and must be clean and dry. We recommend a full sanding using 100-120 grit sandpaper. Please note that the sanding, as best as possible, must take place immediately before the application of the lye.
- Shake container well. Pour the lye into a plastic paint tray. Make sure there are no pigments left in the container. During the application process, stir the lye periodically.
- Apply the lye undiluted in an even coat using a lye-resistant brush or paint roller. Apply along the grain of the wood, using at least 1 litre per 9 square metre. When working on vertical surfaces, work from top to bottom.
- Usually, the wood will be dry after 24 hours at 20° C (68° F). After complete drying, use a polishing machine with either a green or red pad for de-nibbing. Remove the sanding dust with a vacuum cleaner.
- Complete the treatment by applying one of the WOCA oils.
Technical
| Product Properties | |
| pH-value | 13-14 |
| Declaration | Sodium hydroxide, water, white pigments. |
| Density | 1.07-1.16 |
| Colours | White and grey |
| Binder | Sodium hydroxide, water, white pigments. |
| Drying Time | 8-12 hours |
| Application Tools | WOCA Applicator, a nylon brush or roller Plastic bucket |
| Cleaning of Tools | With water |
| Disposal | Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant. |
| Shelf Life | 3 years |
| Packaging | 2.5 L |
| Storage | +10-25°C. Keep out of reach of children. Do not expose to heat (e.g. sunlight). Store frost-free during winter and cool during summer (max. +25°C). |
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