Gilly’s Pure Tung Oil is a 100% natural drying oil that penetrates deep into timber to nourish, protect, and enhance the natural beauty of wood. Extracted from the seeds of the tung tree, this traditional finish has been trusted for centuries for its durability, water resistance, and rich, natural look.

Unlike synthetic finishes, Pure Tung Oil cures within the timber fibres rather than forming a thick surface coating. The result is a breathable, hard-wearing finish that highlights the grain while protecting against moisture and everyday wear.

Made from 100% pure tung oil with no additives, VOCs or petrochemicals, it’s a natural choice for woodworking, furniture, flooring and food-contact surfaces when used undiluted.

Use for:

Timber sealing and protection
Decking and outdoor timber
Furniture and flooring
Concrete sealing
Chopping boards and kitchen utensils
Fine woodwork and woodworking projects

Food safe once cured*

Application

Coverage	First coat: diluted at a rate of 50/50 (oil/solvent) 18 - 20m2 Subsequent coats: diluted 50/50 25-30m2
Surface Preparation	Ensure the surface is clean and dry before application. Gilly’s LoThin can be used for a vigorous clean. For a lighter clean, you can use an all purpose cleaner. If there is any oil, wax, grease, dirt or similar residue on the surface, it may affect the tung oil’s ability to cure - so a thorough clean is important.
How to Apply To Raw Timber	Blend with Gilly’s Lothin, d-limonene or turpentine at a ratio of 50/50. Rub or brush oil into the timber. Lighter coats are better. For floors and large areas, you can use a floor applicator with lambswool pad. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Wipe on more oil to areas that become dull, as the oil soaks in. Wipe off any excess oil within 10 minutes, and buff back firmly. This ensures even coverage and no ‘sticky spots’. You can lightly sand back whilst still damp, but it is not a necessary step. Use 320 grit or finer if you choose to do so. Apply 3 coats, repeating the same procedure. Best to wait 24 hours between coats. Apply more coats if desired or necessary. Lighter coats are best, especially after the first coat. Hang out any rags or soak in water. Don’t leave scrunched up, due to risk of combustion.
Dry Time	24 hours to dry between coats. As there are no driers, it can take 4 weeks to completely cure. Light usage is however perfectly fine within this time frame. There should be general water repellency within the first week if the conditions are right.
Maintenance	For general maintenance and wear, you can assess as you see fit. We would recommend reapplying a light coat every 12 months to keep your timber looking fresh. Over time, with the right maintenance, the finish will only get stronger. When damaged, no sanding is required, you can reapply as needed, even to small areas.
Clean Up	Cleanup with Gilly’s Lothin. Warm, soapy water for hand washing.
Safety	Do not eat, drink or smoke around product. Wash hands after use. Hang out rags to dry, or soak in water. Don’t leave scrunched up, due to risk of combustion. Contact Gilly’s for SDS
Ingredients	Tung oil 100%

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Read up on looking after outdoor timber here.

Application

Coverage	First coat: diluted at a rate of 50/50 (oil/solvent) 18 - 20m2 Subsequent coats: diluted 50/50 25-30m2
Surface Preparation	Ensure the surface is clean and dry before application. Gilly’s LoThin can be used for a vigorous clean. For a lighter clean, you can use an all purpose cleaner. If there is any oil, wax, grease, dirt or similar residue on the surface, it may affect the tung oil’s ability to cure - so a thorough clean is important.
How to Apply To Raw Timber	Blend with Gilly’s Lothin, d-limonene or turpentine at a ratio of 50/50. Rub or brush oil into the timber. Lighter coats are better. For floors and large areas, you can use a floor applicator with lambswool pad. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Wipe on more oil to areas that become dull, as the oil soaks in. Wipe off any excess oil within 10 minutes, and buff back firmly. This ensures even coverage and no ‘sticky spots’. You can lightly sand back whilst still damp, but it is not a necessary step. Use 320 grit or finer if you choose to do so. Apply 3 coats, repeating the same procedure. Best to wait 24 hours between coats. Apply more coats if desired or necessary. Lighter coats are best, especially after the first coat. Hang out any rags or soak in water. Don’t leave scrunched up, due to risk of combustion.
Dry Time	24 hours to dry between coats. As there are no driers, it can take 4 weeks to completely cure. Light usage is however perfectly fine within this time frame. There should be general water repellency within the first week if the conditions are right.
Maintenance	For general maintenance and wear, you can assess as you see fit. We would recommend reapplying a light coat every 12 months to keep your timber looking fresh. Over time, with the right maintenance, the finish will only get stronger. When damaged, no sanding is required, you can reapply as needed, even to small areas.
Clean Up	Cleanup with Gilly’s Lothin. Warm, soapy water for hand washing.
Safety	Do not eat, drink or smoke around product. Wash hands after use. Hang out rags to dry, or soak in water. Don’t leave scrunched up, due to risk of combustion. Contact Gilly’s for SDS
Ingredients	Tung oil 100%

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Read up on looking after outdoor timber here.

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