What's the difference between the Top Oil and the Polyx Hard Wax oil? Is one more durable?
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I have only used the top oil. I don't know if there is a difference. I have had no problems with the top oil thought. I did a job with a product called paper stone and that is what they recommended to use as a top coat.
248574
From what I've seen the top oil is a little thicker. Both are very durable. I would think the top oil is a little more liquid resistant. You can't go wrong with either
248575
Thanks for your inquiry. You would get almost the same finish but the Top Oil is OSMO's food grade version. Not that it's USDA approved but the German standard. We pretty much use this for salad bowls, cutting boards and some kitchen counter tops. OSMO Polyx 3054 is our go to product for all floors, furniture, dinning room tables. Hope this helps.
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We bought Sweet Sunnah oil a number of times and were satisfied with the oil. We gave it to others as gifts and they were also satisfied with the quality. Unless someone has used the other product you mentioned and this one, its hard to compare the two oils, specially things like which one is more dark. Why dont you buy their smallest container and test it out, thats what we did. Now that we are happy with it, we buy the 32 oz ones.
1760154
Probably the Deep Shine. Similar but you use less of the deep shine because of the oil in it
323554
Agreed w/ Curran Murphy there--how the oil works is that it absorbs into the wood itself, and layer after layer/coat after coat builds up to form a tough exterior. Lots of good info about how to use it on YouTube
1059553
JASO refers to Japanese 2T oil and since Royal Purple is made in the US that doesn't apply - Royal Purple hasn't opted into a rating system that I know of so if you have a brand new engine under warranty you might want to use a product that is rated to avoid warranty headaches. What I can say is that after being a diehard/exclusive Amsoil user after the last product "improvement" to the Dominator product I noticed a significant increase in smoke and ash output and when I pulled apart the jug for a scheduled ring change there was significant varnishing - so after some research I switched to Royal Purple - not cause its cheaper cause it aint - I have noticed a considerable improvement in all the problem areas of the Amsoil Dominator product - I've only gone about 500 miles on Royal Purple but so far so good.
2063931
No. Pure wax. For my money, the best wax out there (and way better/easier to use than their synthetic "Ultimate" polymer wax). Much easier to buff out.
2132129
I use them both. When I first got it I used the oil first on the entire board and let it soak in overnight. The next day I used the cream and let that go overnight. Since then I usually use just the oil however on occasion I use the cream if I feel it's absorbing odors etc.
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I learned a long time ago that it is best to use manufactures oil. I would stay with Robinair oil. This takes guessing out of the equation. Hope this helps.
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The solids are heavier than the oil. The oil coating is on the surface of the solids after mixing, but slowly dissolves in time. Just shake before using.
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Google this. There is more info there than you need. Looks like there is quite a difference internally. Look for Bob the Oil Guy, he has them cut open.
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Longevity isn't its strong suit. I have used one other much cheaper wax that has lasted longer. But its superior wet shine, ease of application and its resistance to staining plastics and rubbers make it better. I live in New England. The summers are hot, and the last couple winters have been very harsh. The wax experiences a wide range of environments so I would put the 3 month period that I experienced at the low end of what it should last.
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This product is more like an oil than a top coat finish so it depends on what the other product you have used as to how it all might look if you go ahead and apply the polyx to the rubbed off area. The good news is that you could give this product a try, and then if it hasn't blended in well, then try sanding later. When you sand afterwards it's not the same as sanding off a 'varnish', you are simply sanding the floor boards themselves (as the polyx is absorbed rather than sitting on the surface). Hope this makes sense. I also am no expert, just a user.
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No, it's a much harder wax. It really feels like plastic. Slightly pliable but sturdy.
2087775
They both last me over 6 months. Go with the one you prefer whether it is liquid or paste. I think you will be happy with either one. The Collinite Marque D'Elegance lasts me almost a year if you do not mind spending the extra money.
1663230
Your choice lacquer, or poly. You could probally use tru oil but I have not tried that.
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Mine actually broke pretty quickly and I think it came off easily. I may have used mineral oil but I can't remember. It didn't leave any marks.
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Hi About durability. our Vinyl Ester resin (71590) is better. About yelowing, the polyester is probably a bit better.