NEW! Owatrol Oil is now available in a handy and easy-to-use 300ml spray can. Making it even easier to apply, especially to those hard to reach places!
Owatrol Oil is versatile, highly penetrating air drying oil that can be used alone or added to paint. Used alone as a rust inhibitor it provides a tough, flexible finish, driving out excess moisture and air; displacing it from rusted metal, so stopping rust dead in its tracks. Used alone on porous wood surfaces it will saturate and protect the wood from damage caused by moisture and prevent paint from peeling.
When added as a paint conditioner to any oil or alkyd based coatings it will give increased wet edge time, improved flow and greater adhesion. Unlike damaging thinners, it will maintain the inherent quality of the paint without affecting its appearance or drying times, allowing you to achieve a more professional finish.
Using Owatrol Oil as a rust inhibitor
Owatrol Oil penetrates through the rusted metal to the sound metal below, isolating it and protecting it from further rusting. Directly use on rusted surfaced – the penetrating oil drives out moisture and air and stabilises the metal to protect it from future damage.
On brand new metal surfaces, use Owatrol’s AP 60 instead. If you are looking for a high gloss rusted finish you can also overcoat the surface with Deks Olje D2 high gloss clear oil.
Using Owatrol Oil to aid adhesion
A bonding film is left on all surfaces Owatrol Oil is used on which maintains the natural look of the surface but allows enhanced adhesion, making it perfect as a foundation for primers or finishing coats. It gives excellent adhesion including on galvanised steel, aluminium, zinc, wood and more. Paint can be applied directly to firm rust when Owatrol Oil is used and is heat resistant up to +175°C.
Using Owatrol Oil as a paint conditioner
Mix Owatrol Oil into oil-based paints as a paint conditioner to get several great benefits. Firstly, it gives the paint rust inhibiting properties and helps prevent rust on painted surfaces (even when rust is already present). Secondly, it also improves the flow and workability of the paint. This means that you can maintain the ‘wet edge’ for longer, reducing brush and roller marks. Finally, it gives the paint a better viscosity allowing painting work to be carried out in a more extreme cold, hot and windy conditions. Unlike damaging paint thinners it does all this without altering the inherent qualities or the finish of the paint.
Please note that if you are looking for a product to give this effect but for water-based paints then please use Floetrol instead as it is designed for use in any water-based paint whereas Owatrol Oil is for use in oil-based paints.
Using Owatrol Oil for wood impregnation
When used on wood surfaces Owatrol Oil saturates the wood and protects it from damage caused by moisture. It also helps to prevent paint from peeling and protects metal parts such as hinges and latches from corrosion.
Ideal Uses for Owatrol Oil
- Priming galvanised surfaces with no need for weathering or pickling
- Preventing further damage in heavily rusted surfaces
- Improving paint flow when working in cold environments
- Preventing peeling paint on wood surfaces
- Protecting metal part on wood surfaces like gates and window frames
- Assuring better adhesion of finishes
Application tools
- Brush
- Roller
- Airless or HVLP sprayer
- Garden sprayer, pump sprayer
Surface Preparation
Surface preparation when using Owatrol Oil as a rust inhibitor
First, surfaces must be clean, dry and free from oil, grease and other surface contaminants. Remove all scale; loose and flaking rust and old paint back to a sound surface and edge and feather in any sharp edges. Surfaces exposed to chemicals (acids, alkalis or salt deposits) should be washed using copious amounts of water or steam cleaned. Severely contaminated surfaces should be cleaned using an appropriate solvent.
Do not remove firm rust or clean the metal back to a bright finish.
Surface preparation when using Owatrol Oil as a paint conditioner
First prepare the surface as per the instructions on your paint can. In addition, if not asked to ensure that you remove all loose and flaking material and treat any organic growth with fungicidal solution or a mix of 1 part water to 1 part chlorine bleach (allow bleach solution to sit for 15 minutes), rinse thoroughly and allow to dry.
Applying Owatrol Oil as a Rust Inhibitor
Using Owatrol Oil on new clean steel
First prime new steel with a mix of 1 part Owatrol Oil to 3 parts primer. Then follow with normal paint system adding Owatrol Oil to subsequent coats as directed under ‘Mixing instructions’ below.
Using Owatrol Oil on lightly rusted surfaces
First prime the surface with a mix of 1 part Owatrol Oil to 2 parts primer. Then follow with normal paint system adding Owatrol Oil to subsequent coats as directed under ‘Mixing instructions’ below.
Using Owatrol Oil on new unpainted rusty steel
First prime the surface with a mix of 1 part Owatrol Oil to 1 part Primer. Then follow with normal paint system adding Owatrol Oil to subsequent coats as directed under ‘Mixing instructions’ below.
Using Owatrol Oil on old, severely rusted or previously coated surfaces
first apply wet on wet applications of Owatrol Oil to all exposed rust until fully saturated and allow it to dry. Saturation is indicated by a uniform glossy appearance to the surface when Owatrol Oil is dry. Before Owatrol Oil has hardened, check the surfaces and remove rust scale and old paint loosened by the above. If needed, touch up these areas. Allow to dry. Next apply a mix of 1 part Owatrol Oil to 2 parts primer and allow to dry. Then follow with normal paint system adding Owatrol Oil to subsequent coats as directed under ‘Mixing instructions’ below.
Note: Owatrol Oil will not lift well bonded paint.
Applying Owatrol Oil as a Paint Conditioner
First apply paint in normal the manner. If the paint is sticky, drags, sets up to fast or does not level properly add Owatrol Oil (stirring in well) until the paint works smoothly, easily and evenly. Allow the brush, roller or sprayer to be your guide.
Using Owatrol Oil as a Paint Conditioner for wood surfaces in sound condition
First prime any bare wood with a mix of 1 part Owatrol Oil to 2 parts primer and allow to dry. Follow with normal paint system adding Owatrol Oil as in ‘Mixing Instructions’ below.
Using Owatrol Oil as a Paint Conditioner on damaged, soft or punky wood surfaces
First apply 2 to 4 liberal applications of Owatrol Oil wet on wet, as fast as the wood will absorb it. Do not allow Owatrol Oil to dry between applications. When the wood cannot absorb any more wipe up any excess and allow to dry overnight (12 hrs). Follow with normal paint system adding Owatrol Oil as in ‘Mixing Instructions’ below to ease application and aid adhesion.
Mixing instructions
Topcoat: As required – normally 5 %-20 % by volume.
Undercoat: up to 30 % by volume.
Primer: up to 50 % by volume.
The above is meant as a guide only. Conditions of application, porosity of surface etc. will dictate the amount of Owatrol Oil to be mixed into the paint.
Clean Up
Clean all tools and equipment with white spirits while still wet. If allowed to dry, remove with paint stripper. Store and maintain equipment as directed by manufacturer.
NOTE: Any rags, steel wool etc soaked in Owatrol Oil may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. Rags, steel wool etc must be saturated with water after use or placed in a sealed, water filled metal container, before disposing with household waste.
Restrictions
Do not mix or overcoat Owatrol Oil with paints containing hot solvents i.e. Xylene, 2 part coatings, chlorinated rubber etc. – for these type of paints use Owatrol CIP instead. Do not use Owatrol Oil as a paint conditioner in water-based paints, for this purpose use Floetrol instead – Owatrol’s water-based paint conditioner.
Things to Remember
- Cover everything you do not wish to paint.
- Apply between + 5°C and + 35°C.
- Do not apply in direct sunlight or on to hot surfaces.
- Test for compatibility when adding Owatrol Oil to paint.
Deborah Pollock –
Verified Owner
Excellent product. I have used it to seal rust pieces in my art to prevent further corrosion and longevity.
Peter White –
Verified Owner
Excellent product. Easy to apply. Perfect for the treatment of antique steel garden furniture.
Jane Eamonson –
Verified Owner
What a find…absolutely fabulous. Does what it says….renewed old bench, railings. Renewed keeping the look of antique…just what I wanted. To think I was going to throw everything in the skip!!! Don’t hesitate give it a go, good price goes along way and is easy to apply, rejuvenate your beloved “oldie” collection…you won’t be disappointed.
Sallyanne Jones –
Verified Owner
I put an old Victorian Fireplace over the cat flap at the back of our house for fun !
I coated it in Owatrol and it looks superb and is not rusting at all.
Brilliant Product
I also had a metal door knocked made in Marrakech – this has also been coated with Owatrol and looks superb.
I have coated glazed pottery ornaments in the garden also. Not only do they look great, but the Owatrol has protected them from the elements.
I am about to use this fabulous product on a metal arch in the garden and I will then know that it is safe from rust too!
Fantastic help over the phone from the Owatrol team too !
lynda calcutt –
Verified Owner
What extraordinary stuff!!! I was advised to buy this for my rusting horse manure trailer (you can imagine the damage!) and it has left an amazing finish. Sadly I didn’t order enough so will get more…………love it!
nick wilson –
Verified Owner
I added this oil to undercoat on iron railings, it improved the flow, I have not seen any rust come through yet but its only been 2 weeks.
When the top coat goes thick at the bottom of the tin this oil is a great additive, much better than thinning with white spirit, and now I know it is an ideal product for priming galvanised steel that means I don’t have to have that type of primer in stock so stocking this oil will save money in the long run.
Adam Flint –
Does what it says it does. I’ve struggled with the fight against rust on the rear crossmember of my 2012 land rover (all owners will irrespective of age) and this does the job with ease. Applied two coats and will probably apply as required. Epic product and has many applications its a must have in the garage.
a. mccoy –
I’ll keep this short, chassis of coach/bus very badly pitted with rust, chunks flaking off when struck with ball pin hammer.Removed all loose /flaking rust with air chisel.(took 4 weeks). treated chassis with owatrol oil. Cuple of days later spray painted with a rust primer with owatrol oil added 25%. then a final coat of paint. 2 years later paint still intact no rust. Expensive but well worth that bit extra. Excellent product.
Michael Lyons –
Verified Owner
Owatrol was suggested to me by Matt Fairley (Sculpture Conservation and Installation) as a way treating the surface of my steel sculptures on which we have been working for some months.
This seems to be an excellent way of fixing the rusty surfaces, not only in terms of preservation and maintenance – but also of producing a rich surface colour. It sinks into the surface and gives a more dense coat than varnish – less like an applied skin.
We are aware that it is possible to mix the solution with paint and that it can provide an undercoat on which to paint – both of these processes could prove useful in the future.
Owatrol has proved to be extremely versatile – and a splendid addition to the range products, which can be used in the making of sculpture for both inside and outside purposes.
P.T DECORATING –
i find that the covering power of gloss is greatly increased and the ease of application is improved, quite happy to use this in all my jobs from now on its not cheap but you get what you pay for would like a better pouring tin as it can drip easily but i stand the 1 litre tin inside a cut down milk carton then pour the drips back in the tin at the end of the day