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How do you use Rubio maintenance oil?

How do you use Rubio maintenance oil?

Mechanical application – Apply the oil with a buffer and a white pad. Work in sections of 40 to 50 s.f. Use very little product to prevent the floor from becoming sticky. * After a 5-minute reaction period, wipe the surface dry with a paper towel or cotton cloth.

How do you clean a finished table with a Rubio Monocoat?

Cleaning. In general, interior oiled wood surfaces are vacuumed or dusted periodically. If needed, a water-dampened cloth or mop may be used to wipe down the surface. If a little more cleaning power is required then, Surface Care Spray, which is made from Soap, is the only Rubio Monocoat recommended cleaner.

How do you care for a Rubio floor?

  1. Vacuum or sweep. Vacuuming or sweeping to remove dirt and grit regularly is an important step to protecting the wood and oil finish and will greatly extend the life of any finish.
  2. Damp mop.
  3. Rubio Monocoat Soap or Surface Care Spray.

What Sheen is Rubio monocoat?

matte sheen
You’re in luck! Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus 2C is a wood finish with a matte sheen. It keeps the natural look and feel of the wood, hides imperfections and scratches well, but does not have a high PVC! Therefore, it does not have the course surface like a traditional matte finish and is easy to clean.

Can you apply two coats of Rubio monocoat?

Because the product will not bond to itself, multiple coats are not needed. On softer species like walnut, a second application may be necessary to make sure that all areas have fully had the opportunity to react with the oil.

Can I sand off Rubio monocoat?

Rubio usually recommend not sanding past 150 because the oil binds more effectively at lower grits. I sand to 180 and haven’t found it to be a problem. After 180, water-pop the surface by spraying liberally with water. After it dries, sand lightly again with 180 to knock down the raised grain.

How often does Rubio monocoat need to be reapplied?

between 2 and 5 years
A lifetime with proper maintenance. We would expect the first maintenance to be needed somewhere between 2 and 5 years depending on wear.

How long does Rubio monocoat last after opening?

The product can be stored up to 12 months in dry conditions After mixing Oil Plus 2C can be used for a maximum of and in its original packaging. 6 hours (depending on the temperature and air humidity). The product may NOT be diluted!

How do you get scratches out of Rubio monocoat?

Spot Repairs

  1. Sand the repair area as needed to remove damage and expose raw wood.
  2. Dampen the area with water. Allow to completely dry.
  3. Apply with a cotton cloth, the same color oil that was used originally to coat the floor.
  4. Let it react for 10 minutes. Wipe the excess oil off with a cloth, dampened with Monocoat Oil.

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Ruth Doyle