Treating mahogany wood

Osmo Clear Wax is the ultimate product for treating mahogany. The product is specifically formulated for tropical hardwoods, such as mahogany. The Clear Wax provides long-lasting protection against moisture and dirt and is easy to maintain. It colors the wood as if it were wet, bringing out the wood grain more prominently.

• Based on natural, plant-based oils and waxes
• High yield, 1L = treats 24m²
• Especially for high-nutrient tropical hardwoods
• Small touch-ups and easy to maintain
• Protects against moisture and dirt

A mahogany floor can be treated with Osmo. Because this is a tropical wood, we recommend treating the wood with Osmo Clear Wax. Osmo Clear Wax, also known as hardwood oil, is the ideal product for treating hardwoods rich in oils and other pigments. Tropical woods, such as mahogany, often have the property of absorbing products that are somewhat more difficult to apply, such as hardwax oil. Osmo Clear Wax is an oil and wax-based product, but with a minimal proportion of wax. Due to the small proportion of wax, it is easier for the mahogany floor to absorb the Clear Wax. The Clear Wax is colorless and creates a wet-look effect on the Jatoba floor. It will make the wood slightly darker. By wetting the wood, you can see the color effect of the Clear Wax.

A mahogany piece of furniture, such as a chair, table, worktop, or kitchen counter, can be treated with Osmo TopOil 3028 Silk Matt. This product has been specially developed for treating furniture. Thanks to its size and convenient pouring spout, the product is specifically designed for treating furniture. TopOil 3028 colors the wood as if it were wet and protects the mahogany table against drinks, food, and dirt. Therefore, it is not a problem if a glass of drink accidentally spills on the table while eating. Thanks to the excellent protection, the liquid remains on the surface of the wood. Additionally, TopOil bears the "Food Safe" certification mark. This means that it is not a problem if food is eaten directly from the treated table or kitchen counter; this is not harmful to health.

When mahogany is sanded, the color of the wood becomes lighter. Because it is only possible to treat mahogany with the colorless Clear Wax using Osmo, the color becomes darker again after treatment.
The Hardwax Oil Effect Natural ensures that light wood types remain light in color. This is because the product contains a small amount of white pigment. Treating mahogany with a product containing white pigment can result in very uneven absorption, which can cause a white haze to appear on the wood. Therefore, we do not recommend treating mahogany with white pigment.

Do you have a treated wooden floor or table? And do you want to sand and treat it? Then it is advisable to follow the following sanding steps: start with grit 40; this is a coarse grit that removes the old treatment. Next, use grit 80 and finish with grit 120 to sand it smoothly and evenly.

After sanding, the dust must be removed using a vacuum cleaner. The wood does not need to be degreased or cleaned with water.

1. Stir the Clear Wax well for 2 minutes. After opening the can, the Oil and Wax have separated.

2. Always perform a test on the surface first to check if the result has the desired effect.

3. Apply the first coat of Clear Wax to the untreated wood with a roller or floor brush on the new or sanded wood.
4. Errors that occurred during application can be corrected on the wet surface up to 30 minutes after application. This includes roller marks or brush bristles.

5. The drying time for the first coat is approximately 12 hours (at 23 degrees and 50% relative humidity). Drying takes longer at lower temperatures or higher humidity. Ensure good ventilation at all times. Therefore, make sure windows and doors are open.

6. Apply the second finishing coat with a microfiber roller or block brush. Then wipe off the excess Oil with a fleece pad or lint-free cloth. 7. Drying in approx. 12 hours; see point 3. Note: always apply the Clear Wax in a very thin layer.

1. Shake the TopOil 3028 well for 2 minutes. After opening the can, the Oil and Wax are separated.
2. Apply the first layer of TopOil to the new or sanded wood using a white pad or brush, and then buff it out with a white pad. Do this along the grain.
3. Within 20 minutes, dry-buff the TopOil with the fleece pad or Easy Pad Polishing Cloths. Do this along the grain as well. This ensures that not too much product is applied.
4. Mistakes made during application can be corrected on the wet surface up to 30 minutes after application. Examples include roller marks or brush hairs.
5. The drying time for the first layer is approximately 8-10 hours (at 23 degrees and 50% relative humidity). Drying takes longer at lower temperatures or higher humidity. Ensure good ventilation at all times. Therefore, make sure windows and doors are open.
6. Apply the second, third, and even fourth coat in the same way as the first coat. TopOil takes approximately 8-10 hours to dry.

If you are going to polish the surface, it is important to apply 3 to 4 coats. This is to adequately protect the surface against moisture, etc.

After treatment, it is recommended to maintain the wooden floor; this extends the lifespan of the treatment. Mop the floor once a week or every two weeks with Osmo Wisch-Fix. This product is mixed with water. Mop the mahogany floor with the mixture while damp. For tables and kitchens, you can use Osmo Spray-Cleaner instead of Wisch-Fix. You can easily spray this handy cleaner onto the table, making it clean again while simultaneously nourishing it thanks to its ingredients.
If you experience signs of wear, Osmo Liquid Maintenance Wax is the right product. You simply polish this product onto these worn spots, causing them to diminish.