Then, continue applying D1 ‘wet on wet’ until a uniform, overall saturation of the wood is achieved. The number of applications needed depends on the wood. The short answer is to protect it from being subjected to the elements. Wood is a natural product and so being exposed to moisture, UV rays and pollution will inevitably break it down and damage it. Varnishing your wood will create a barrier against these things as well as give it a beautiful aesthetic and ease of cleaning. Which boat varnish should I use?

Keep applying Deks Olje D1 ‘wet on wet’ don’t let the oil become dry during applications until the wood is saturated, the number of applications will depend on the wood. The 2-part Polyurethane varnish system consists of 2 products that have to be mixed together. This type of varnish is extremely tough and so also offers very good protection from moisture and UV damage and so potentially a good solution to protect areas that are prone to damage. The secret of Deks Olje’s success lies in its saturation of the wood to bring about an even ‘matte sheen’ finish when dry.Treat mildew with a 50/50 bleach/water solution. Scrub solution on to surface and allow to stand for 10-15 minutes; rinse thoroughly. Clean all tools and equipment with white spirits while still wet. If allowed to dry, remove with paint stripper. Wipe up any drips or runs immediately with a cloth soaked in white spirits. Dried Deks Olje D1 may be removed with Dilunett. Store and maintain equipment as directed by manufacturer. Continue applying DEKS OLJE® D.1 “wet on wet” until a uniform, overall saturation of the wood is achieved. The number of applications needed depends on the wood.

DEKS OLJE® D.1 must be kept “active”, this is done by the “wet on wet” applications and the continual brushing over of the area, which assists and helps achieve maximum penetration. New exterior timber is best being first treated with Owatrol Aquanett to remove the mill glaze and open the woods pores, the timber will then need to be treated with Owatrol Net-Trol to neutralise the Aquanett, clean the timber and restore the natural colour, allow to timber to dry before applying D1 Deks Olje. Apply one coat every fifteen minutes. As one coat is absorbed, apply another. Do not allow to dry between coats. Apply 6 coats, allowing a minimum of 12 hours between coats. All coats should be applied within 1 month. Once the wood is saturated leave for 30mins and then wipe the surface to remove and excess oil with a rag that has been soaked in Deks Olje D1 and rung out so it’s damp.Deks Olje D1 has been optimised for dense, oily and difficult to impregnate woods and can be used on horizontal and vertical surfaces. It provides protection against humidity and its effects, as well as against damage from UV rays… Deks Olje #1 will stain metal fittings and fiberglass. Be sure to clean these surfaces before it dries. If necessary, occasionally ring out the cloth to keep it damp. It is important that as much D1 as possible is applied on the first day.