How to waterproof wood with natural oils

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Whether used indoors or outdoors, shelves and furniture made of natural timber of a light color will require a minimum of a protection to avoid insect attacks and increase wood resistance to humidity or weathering.

This pictorial shows how simple it is to carry this job. A lime wood shelf is painted with oil as an example.

For dark or teak wood, use teak oil instead of the one shown here.
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​1- Boiled linseed oil is used in one and only coat applied with a brush, any type of brush. Pour some oil in any disposable container for an easier use.
​2- Apply the protective oil to the wood freely but methodically. The painted area will turn dark immediately making it easy for you to know where you already painted.
​3- The result should be homogeneous and every single corner or edge covered.
​4- Wait 24 hours before use outdoor and 36 hours indoor
Use it on any wood surface and in any quantity with whatever brush size or paint roller.
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