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Thread: Wash/clean before re-oiling?
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11th October 2007, 10:56 PM #16
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You can see it...
Photos, can be very deceiving, only you can sei it.
I would use any liquid detergent, and use only the foam suds, then use a damp cloth to take off the dust, and then wipe dry with paper towels.
Let us know how you make out, do a few boards first.
Good Luck
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21st October 2007, 06:51 PM #17
DONE.
Cleaning with suds, worked a treat. I used dish washing liquid and a green scouring pad.
Table now re oiled with two more coats. Looks good.
thanks for the tips.It s not getting away from it all it s getting back to it all!
Peter Dombrovski
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21st October 2007, 11:26 PM #18
For future reference.
You were right in the first place. Nappysan for all decking and outdoor furniture. This is basically all that many of the commercial decking and patio furniture cleaners are.56 Rock n Roll rebel....... Too old to die young and too young to be an old fart. Guess I'll just keep on rockin' and refuse to grow old gracefully.
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22nd October 2007, 09:28 PM #19
Also for future reference: Please do not use Oxalic Acid without gloves or other protection. Contrary to popular belief it is not safe.....
It is probably the safest and mildest of the bleaches and on the weaker end of the acid scale but it is not safe and can cause many problems including respiratory, renal and kidney. Have a look at MSDS's for all chemicals and solvents before you use them, especially if you are just slopping them on without protection for skin, eyes and respiration. It may open your eyes and help you to get into good safety habits.
Cheers - Neil
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22nd October 2007, 10:43 PM #20
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Add it to your postings..
Neil,
I think that many pros who give advice must be more aware of telling the poster about the 'dangers in the chemicals" they use. Its so easy to tell a beginner to use one of the "oil finishes," but not to also mention the dangers in the oily clothes and what to do with them is criminal.
Most writers of finishing articles will always mention about wearing the right protective gear for each job they do, and that they should only work in well- lit and ventalated areas, this is a warning and a reminder that chemicals are dangerous and must be respected. One of the dangers is the odor of the chemicals which is a warning sign, many chemicals are masked by the chemist so you cannot tell by the fumes or odor. Extra care must be given to the new water base products as their odors are different, but they can be just as dangerous without the odors.
If someone answers a post without mentioning any warning, let the others include it, it would be a great add- on for the forum.
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