How to Apply OSMO PolyX Oil

This is how I apply Osmo PolyX Hardwax oil in order to achieve an even, natural, durable surface. This finish is very easy to apply if you follow the basic rules I cover in this video.
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[MattEstlea]

If you found this video useful, don't forget to press the *LIKE* button. It really helps me out!

[gregorylibbee]

Hi Matt! Great videos! I'm a professional finisher. I've used OSMO for years. The easiest way to apply both coats QUICK is with a metal scraper. It completely changed my life. You waste less OSMO in the process as well. OSMO sells a scraper for this purpose but I just use a 6" wall board knife. Keep it up, your killin' it dude.

[helenjohnson]

Tell your mum that her kitchen is gorgeous! The countertop and cabinets are absolutely lovely!! Thank you for enlightening us with this video.

[Chimpiin]

Super helpful, Matt. I ran this by my grandfather-in-law, a cabinet maker and french polisher for some 60 years. He was very impressed with your work and advice.

[Andy-sjhl]

Good video. One thing I like about your instructional videos is that you’re still new enough at this stuff that you cover of the mistakes that newbies are going to make (like in this one where you were really clear about how to tell when you’ve spread the finish far enough). I find a lot of the older woodworkers can miss these tips out because they’ve lost that beginner perspective and these things are obvious to them.

[mrdo]

I noticed you are working straight out of the tin, which is something I used to do until an old painter and decorator told me to always decant into a work kettle - mainly so you do not contaminate your finish material (also it helps keep the paint brush wet and workable - not applicable here) and I have noticed a marked improvement in the finished work. Also means you can put the lid back on the finish material and therefore it does not dry out. I have some OSMO, but have not tried it yet - but this has inspired me to get on with it! Great video, Thanks.

[Sundardevsaha-ek]

Dude! (Californian for "Mate!") You are one of my favorite woodworking teachers! Thank you for this video and all of your great videos (sharpening chisels was particularly useful). So grateful!

[duffymanca]

Matt, found your video while searching for the best finish for a patio bar top. Having spent the better part of an afternoon watching numerous videos I was about to give up and came across yours. You made my day. I now feel that I have found the product and how to finish my large slab, 8', of live edge cedar. Looking forward to having a beer on it and giving a salute to you. Cheers

[kimbyandrews]

I was about to use Osmo Polyx on a bathroom wood countertop and found your application video! Really helpful, will follow along. Although I must say I am a bit surprised you didn't mention the danger of spontaneous combustion of the rags and pads used for the application. It is written on the can and I've heard a lot of stories where rags discarded improperly caught on fire a few hours after use and almost burnt house or shop down... just a word of caution we should follow the guidelines for properly disposing of these. On their spec sheets it says "Materials such as rags used with this product may begin to burn by themselves. After use, put rags in water or lay flat to dry, then discard." Just an FIY but great video loved it and will def. watch other of your videos🙌

[domada]

I been using Osmo on my kitchen worktop for 3 years now and I am really pleased with it. It protects wood for a long period of time and keeps that feeling of real wood under ur hands. Top oil👌

[CadaMul]

Dear Matt,
these white pads are not as Abrasive as the other Scotchpads, but they tend to make Scratches all over your surface. it is much better to use these in grain direction.
then, use more of the Osmo Waxoil. after applying it with the scotchpad you can take the Glossy spots of with a soft cloth, this makes your surface even softer ans Smoother.

Kind Regrads

[Zoli_ExhibitPrinting]

Watched this as I waited to my worktop to dry:

Hadn’t worn gloves, didn’t stir it, used a roller and applied it thick…..

Quickly buffed it all back with a microfibre. Thanks for the content

[dominicgrace]

Matt, just followed this to the letter (including the pad disposal technique! 🙂) and has come out amazingly well. Thanks for the video!

[jrlejeune]

Thanks Matt, You just solved my issue of how I was going to finish our large dining table.

[veltreeproducts]

Had a hard time trying to wing it. I wouldnt call myself a master but ive been a wood worker most of my life. Had an excelent craftsman turn me on to osmo so i tried it. Ive always used poly for most of my projects and tried using osmo the same way and as you can probably guess it was a fail. I just got those same pads you use in the mail today so tomorrow i will be following your instructions and im super excited to try this stuff the way you teach us in this video. Thanks so much for your time putting this video together. It was exactly what i had hoped to find. Thank you! Btw you do amazing work. Us old craftsmen are a dying breed, im so happy there are young people such as yourself to carry on this amazing craft. Thanks again. Ill be looking for more of your videos the next time im on here. Great work son!!

Joey
Veltree Products

[thomasdraves]

This is a wonderful video, Matt. I am using Osmo products for the first time and found your video to be extremely informative on how to prepare and apply Osmo PolyX Hardwax oil.

[JTWoodworks]

That's a great tip for disposing the pads and gloves, I've been doing it for years and I feel not people know about it

[woodlandguy]

Hi Matt, great video, do you have a link for the non abrasive pads please?

[sparkyenergia]

What a lovely matt finish.
What a lovely finish Matt.

[dadnm]

After replacing the lid on the can, turn it upside down. This will form an airtight seal to the can and prevent a skin forming.