The Basics
Traditional Oil-Based
Finishing Systems
Oil based finishing systems penetrate deep into the wood and protect from within without forming a film.
Varnish & Lacquer
Finishing System
Varnish & lacquer based finishing systems form a thick film layer on the surface of the wood and protect from the outside.
OSMO Hardwax-Oil
Finishing System
OSMO's Hardwax-Oil finishing system protects from both inside & outside, penetrating into the wood and forming a protective, micro-porous surface.
The Advantages
Traditional Oil-Based
Finishing Systems
- Penetrates the wood
- Enhances the wood's natural luster
- Easy renovation
- Does not crack, peel, flake, or blister
Varnish & Lacquer
Finishing System
- Forms a thick protective layer of film on top of the wood surface
- Offers good resistance to liquids & stains
- Protects from abrasion
OSMO Hardwax-Oil
Finishing System
- Penetrates the wood & lays on the surface
- Enhances the wood's natural luster
- Does not crack, peel, flake or blister
- Great liquid, stain, and abrasion resistance
- Easy renovation & maintenance
The Disadvantages
Traditional Oil-Based
Finishing Systems
- Poor resistance against liquids and abrasion
- Requires frequent and time-consuming maintenance coats
Varnish & Lacquer
Finishing System
- Cracks, flakes, peels, and blisters with time
- Requires complete sanding between maintenance coats & cannot be partially renovated.
OSMO Hardwax-Oil
Finishing System
One system. All the advantages. None of the disadvantages.
Why choose anything else?
Take The OSMO Advantage!
- Complete Protection: Osmo Polyx Oils protect wood inside & out by forming a protective, micro-porous, hard-wearing and extremely durable surface.
- Easy Maintenance: The surface can be easily renovated & maintained. Simply apply another coat after several years. No sanding is necessary!
- Cost Saving: With just one tin of Osmo you can achieve near double the square meter coverage of an ordinary finishing system – saving you time and money!
- Safe & Environmentally Friendly: Based on natural and renewable vegetable oils, with a very low-VOC content, the products are environmentally friendly!
