Clear Decking Oil

Superior quality clear decking oil that deeply penetrates all types of wooden decking to enhance, nourish and protect

Advanced weather protection
Enhances the natural beauty of decking
Protects against wear & tear
Reduces fading and sun damage
Shower proof in two hours
Clear oil for a natural finish
5 litre size covers 25m2

£39.95

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DECKINGOIL-5L

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About Clear Decking Oil

Our premium grade, advanced formulation Clear Decking Oil will protect and maintain all types of wooden decking while enhancing the grain and bringing out the natural beauty of the wood. The oil will dry to a hard, durable, highly attractive satin finish and will never crack, peel or flake.

Its deep penetrating action will feed and nourish all decking timbers while not only providing excellent water repellency, but will help prevent cracking, warping, splitting and swelling which will prolong the life of your decking.

Containing UV filters, our Clear Decking Oil will help protect against sun damage while also helping to prevent the growth of mould, mildew and fungi.

Decking should be maintained from the moment it is installed to help keep it in pristine condition and a decking oil is the best product for doing that. Unlike stains, the oil enhances the natural beauty of the wood and so is ideal for hardwood decks where you want to show off the timber.

Clear Decking Oil Features

Drying Time: 4-6 hours
Coverage: 25m2 per 5 litre tin
Coats: 2 coats to bare wood
Re-coat time: Once previous has dried
Maintenance: Once a year, or when showing signs of 'drying'
Application: Apply with a brush

Clear Decking Oil is Suitable For

Our Clear Decking Oil is ideal for all types of timber decking:

Hardwood and softwood decking
Oak decking
Siberian Larch decking
Thermowood decking
Iroko, Balau and other tropical wood decking
Cedar decking
Teak decking

As a clear decking oil, it enhances the natural colour and beauty of all timber decking.

Clear Decking Oils Coverage and Shelf Life

5 litres of Clear Decking Oil is enough to treat roughly 25m² of decking (2 coats)

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight between 10°C and 25°C.

Once open, use within 3 years.

Keep out of reach of children.

Instructions

Clear Decking Oil Instructions

Preparation - New Decking

Most new decking is slightly waterproof, and this protection could stop the oil from soaking in properly. To oil new decking, you need to first clean off the waterproof protection. Do this with our Decking Cleaner.

Preparation - Weathered Decking

Clean the decking first with our Decking Cleaner to restore it to its original colour. This will remove all dirt and green staining caused by mould and algae; greatly improving the results of the Clear Decking Oil.

Preparation - previously stained decking

Remove any loose, flaking or peeling old finishes from previously coated surfaces. Our Decking Cleaner and a good scrub should achieve this, but you may need to use a paint stripper on some painted surfaces.

Applying Clear Decking Oil

Surfaces must be clean and dry. Shake or stir thoroughly. Apply liberally with a suitable brush, moving in the direction of the grain. Be sure to cover all the wood, including any edges, for maximum protection. Leave for 5 minutes for the oil to penetrate into the wood and then wipe off any excess with a clean brush or lint free cloth.

Clear Decking Oil Drying Time

The item will be showerproof in two hours, depending on temperature and humidity conditions. Allow four hours drying time between coats and apply a second coat in the same way as the first.

Clean Up

Simply remove as much product from your brush as possible and then clean in warm soapy water.

Maintenance with Clear Decking Oil

To conserve the performance and look of the oiled finish, you should sweep decked areas with a stiff broom on a regular basis to remove any loose dirt, leaves or any other contaminants which can degrade the decking finish or timber over time.

Depending on how much traffic the decking is subjected to, and how much weathering it receives, the decking should be inspected on a regular basis and be retreated with a maintenance coat of the Decking Oil once you can see it starting to look a little worn and tired or when water is no longer being repelled. Simply clean the area to be maintained and apply a thin coat of oil in that area.

Video

Instructional Videos

Watch our videos on how to apply Decking Oil and what our Clear Decking Oil looks like on some popular timbers used for decking.

How to Clean & Oil Decking 10,305 views

Decking Oil Comparison 244 views

Photos

Clear Decking Oil Results

Clear Decking Oil on different timbers

From left to right: Iroko Decking, Siberian Larch Decking, Thermowood Decking.

You can see that the Clear Decking Oil slightly darkens the decking, bringing out the grain and natural beauty of the wood. Unlike a stain, the Clear Decking Oil enhances the wood, showing off what is best about a high quality deck.

FAQ's

Clear Decking Oil - FAQ

Q. Is it better to use a clear decking oil, or a stain?

A. Really it depends on your preference. A clear decking oil will bring out the natural beauty of the wood, enhancing the grain and natural colouring of the decking. Whereas a decking stain will mask the natural features of the wood, but will change the wood to whatever colour you wish.

Typically, if you have hardwood decking, or cedar decking (very popular now) you are best using the Clear Decking Oil as these woods respond very well to it.

Q. How often should I oil my decking?

A. You should oil your decking every time it starts to look weathered or dry. Typically this would be once a year, but you may choose to do it before and after winter if the decking is subject to a lot of rain, snow and wet leaves sitting on it.

Q. Can you oil wet decking?

A. No. Wait for the decking to dry before applying Clear Decking Oil. The oil will not soak into the decking as well if it is wet.

Q. Should I oil new decking?

A. Yes. New decking is typically untreated and will require an application of oil to help maintain it, and keep it in pristine condition.

Q. What happens if it rains after oiling my decking?

A. The Clear Decking Oil is showerproof within two hours any rain after then will be fine. If it rains sooner than this the water may soak into the wood and displace the oil. If this happens, wait for the oil to dry and re-assess - it may dry normal. If it doesn't you'd need to clean and re-oil the decking.

Q. Will Decking Oil act as a decking sealer?

A. The Clear Decking Oil soaks into the wood and forms a tough finish. This will help the wood repel staining and water from rain.

Q. Can it be used to oil cedar decking?

A. Yes a clear decking oil is perfect for cedar decking, as cedar is chosen for its natural lovely colour. The Clear Decking Oil will enhance the colour of the cedar and help prevent it from turing grey over time.