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Owatrol Deks Olje D1 & D2 Wood Finish System
Owatrol Deks Olje D1 & D2 Wood Finish System
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Owatrol Deks Olje is a 2-step wood finishing system that is easier to apply and maintain than traditional varnish. D1 is applied first. Deks Olje D1 is a specially formulated penetrating oil that soaks deep into teak wood and other marine wood grain, producing a rich transparent matte finish. The oil helps strengthen wood against the deteriorating effects of sun, salt, wind, and foot traffic for increased durability. If you desire a matte finish similar to rubbed Tung oil, D1 is the only step necessary.
If you wish to continue to a high gloss finish, apply D2 over the D1. Deks Olje D2 is easy to apply and produces a hard, flexible gloss coating that doesn't chip or peel like varnish. Fully cured, D2 is slightly softer than traditional varnish but very easily maintained. You may blend seamless touchups to high wear areas with D2.
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Owatrol Deks Olje penetrates wood, rather than simply coating the surface. It has no UV inhibitors, meaning it is a true clear finish that enhances the true beauty of wood underneath. The penetrating oil naturally strengthens wood fiber and prevents weathering degradation. For best results, first clean wood with Owatrol Wood Deck Cleaner.
Matte Finish Apply D1 to new or cleaned wood. D1 may also be overcoated with any other type of varnish. D1 is the first step continuing on with D2 high gloss application.
Satin Gloss Finish After first applying D1, apply two final coats of blended D1 & D2, 50:50 mix.
High Gloss Finish After first applying D1, finish with six coats of D2.
Technical Information
Why Deks Olje products are a favorite for JD customers:
- Good product coverage, a little goes a long way
- Easy application. Simply saturate wood with D1 then follow with D2
- Simple Application tools : Brush or Roller. No need to use high end brushes required in fine varnish jobs
- Forgiving Application temperature range : +41°F to +95°F
- Drying time: 24 hr
- Setting up time before use : 3 days
- Easy Clean-up : Mineral-Spirits
- Years of service with no stripping back to bare wood. Even if wood is badly neglected, cleaning and reapplication will restore original brightness.
- Penetrating oils go deep. Water cannot get beneath surface. This means Deks Olje weathers but does not lift like varnish.
- Easy seasonal touch-ups.
- You don't have to be a professional applicator to get pro results
Ideal uses for Deks Olje D1 Penetrating Matte Finish
- Exterior & interior use - Deck, hulls, trim, wheel house, furniture...
- Horizontal and vertical surfaces.
- Hardwoods and exotic tropical woods - Teak, Ipe, Bovinga, Bolondo, Iroko, Oak...
- Excellent primer for traditional coatings both above and below the waterline.
Ideal uses for Deks Olje D2 Gloss Finish
- Hardwoods and Exotic hardwoods - Teak, Ipe, Mahogany, Iroko, Bangkirai...
- New or weathered wood.
- Exterior use - Rubbing Strakes, Handrails, Wheel houses, booms, masts...
- Interior use - Furniture, Seating, bulkheads...
- Horizontal & Vertical surfaces
D1 Properties
- Optimised for thick, dense, oily and difficult to impregnate woods.
- Drives out moisture and air by penetrating deep into pores.
- Protects against humidity and its effects.
- Transparent - maintains the woods natural appearance.
- Natural matt sheen finish (For a gloss finish topcoat with DEKS OLJE D.2).
- Non film forming - No peeling, No flaking.
- Easy maintenance - No stripping or sanding.
- Can be applied above and below the water line.
D2 Properties
- Flexible film that does not craze, peel or flake.
- High gloss finish.
- Highly transparent varnish - enhances the natural beauty of the wood.
- Long term protection.
- No sanding between coats.
- Easy maintenance.
- Easy repair, no stripping.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Long time user
2 months ago
I've used this for 20 years and keep using it primarily because of the ability to over coat year after year. However I've found that it's necessary to remove it and start over after 5 or 6 years because it will begin to release itself from the underlying wood. Removing is relatively easy with a heat gun and scraper. I'm currently on my third restart. Overcoating is necessary two or three times a year.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Buy this product!!
11 months ago
We used this product on the wheelhouse of our boat for 14 years. Also on our teak picnic table. We used both D1 & D2. We highly recommend!
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5 out of 5 stars.
re-visit of an old friend
a year ago
Teak deck chaises and folding chairs. Goes on easily, quickly, and cleanly. Recommend much patience to get to the point where it no longer soaks in. About 20 years back I soaked a home-made mesquite oyster-knife handle in this product...looks about the same now as when it dried two decades back.
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Reviews 19
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1 out of 5 stars.
Deks Ojie not the same product that it used to be.
a year ago
I have used Deks Oljie D1 since the 1970's on the white cedar interior of my Whitehall rowboat. I recently bought a new quart of this and applied it. It may look the same but it is highly toxic stuff. In the 70's this product was made with danish oil and maybe turps mix but now the Owatrol company that bought the rights to make this have changed the chemical makeup,.. Do not use it without using a seriously good respirator. The same goes for the other Owatrol product Cetol. I suspect they must use the same mix of toxic stuff in Deks Oljie D1 as they have always used in Cetol
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Reviews 27
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3 out of 5 stars.
So so
3 years ago
I used this on Yellow Cedar floor boards for my gaff sloop. I found the finished product soft and easily marred, so I added several coats of spar varnish over it, I would not use it on its own as a finish in traffic areas.
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Reviews 170
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5 out of 5 stars.
I love this product.
4 years ago
This is my 5th. time I purchased this item in the past 20 years. I don't use much, but I use it on my swim decks and on the teak around my windshield. It's easy to use and it does not darken my teak. It keeps it natural.
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Reviews 8
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5 out of 5 stars.
Fantastic finish for teak
4 years ago
Have been using Deks Ojle for decades. Love the finished color and ease of application. I know it is seasonal, but with upkeep can last a long time.
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5 out of 5 stars.
little known but proven good
4 years ago
I made a video of the application of this product on youtube "" successful exterior door varnish"". I recommend this product with an example standing 18 years
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5 out of 5 stars.
I like this product and have no hesitation in recommending i
5 years ago
Just bought '67 36' Trojan The deck was in bad shape. The deck had been varnished and it was cracked and peeling and looked horrible. It took me three days to sand it all off. I had used Deks Olje on my first boat; a 1962, 30' Trojan and it came out fine and was quite durable. I did not want a shiny, slick finish in the deck and chose Deks Olje 1 as I wanted something to penetrate into the wood and to protect. I have one coat on it now and the people on my dock have commented positively on the way it looks. I am quite satisfied as to how it has turned out and plan on putting one or two more coats down.
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Reviews 27
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great product easy to apply!
5 years ago
Used it on a 50 year old Bristol on floor seats and combing board.
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Q: null Deks Olje D1 and D2 What is the recommended humidity for application?
a year ago1 Answer
A: The tech sheets listed on the website do not mention humidity specifically but they do say ""Do not apply DEKS OLJE® D.2 in wet weather or late in the day when dew or fog may be expected. This may dull a newly set film causing it to blush - exposure to sunlight usually removes the discoloration.""
a year agoHelpful?
Q: null Can I apply it (#1) in high humidity? Thanks
4 years ago3 Answers
A: Yes, you can apply the Deks Olje D1 in high humidity. It soaks in like Teak Oil but lasts alot longer before needing to be reapplied.Bob B.
4 years agoHelpful?
Q: null Looking to restore dark reddish color to teak that has been weathered gray. Will this or any other product do that?
12 years ago5 Answers
A: Weathered gray will be black under any finish other than paint. Best look if you sand the wood to its natural color.
Anonymous4 years agoHelpful?
Q: null Does Deks Olje 1 have any UV inhibitor?
5 years ago3 Answers
A: Deks Olje D.1 does not contain UV inhibitors. According to a post on wooden boat forum, You can add UV inhibitor?s to the oil. It is recommended that you mix equal parts D.1 and sunblock, SPF 50 or higher.
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: null I did a teak patio furniture set with Deks D1 last spring and it grew terrible mildew over the last year despite being in full sun on a patio. I had prepped the hell out of the teak as it had been left out for years with no treatment or care and was literally black. Wish I could post pics. I washed it with 2 part teak cleaner and a pressure washer, sanded it thoroughly, and applied Deks per instructions. It was so bad this spring I had to pressure wash it and sand back to clean wood. Why so much mildew? What did I do wrong?
5 years ago4 Answers
A: I suspect that you were not able to kill all the mildew spores - because of the way the patio furniture is assembled, not lack of your effort – especially since you said the furniture was black to start with. I have used a Deks teak cleaner 15-20 years ago – I recall it was called Deks ""Rens"" – and it worked great on boat teak trim – not much mildew. One active ingredient in the Deks Rens was Oxalic Acid. This ingredient is also found in ""Barkeeper's Friend"" powdered cleaner because Oxalic Acid cleans stainless steel very well. I have used Barkeeper's Friend to clean a laid teak deck on my boat – worked great, but you have to add substantial ""elbow grease"" and a suitable aggressive brush to the process to get it clean. It does remove mildew. I have no experience with 2 part teak cleaner, but the cynic in me says that it is an effort to reduce the physical work that doesn't pan out. Deks Olje #1 is not a moisture barrier. You might just be feeding the mildew spores. I recall that enough coats of DeksOlje #2 does provide a moisture barrier and would inhibit mildew growth and might also get into the joints/cracks in the furniture as well. Joe Wharton***.****
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: null Is deks Olje #1 food safe?
5 years ago2 Answers
A: I don'think so. Petroleum based Is deks Olje #1 food safe? < http://d1vwge3ak2z6qm.cloudfront.net/stable/email-graphics/answer-email-log o-placeholder-1px.gif>
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: null I am coating a new pine floor of 350 square feet, how much product will I need to cover it.
5 years ago6 Answers
A: Hi Bill We love DO and have converted all the varnish on our boat to DO. It is much easier to prepare and apply – it is very forgiving, compared to how careful you have to be with varnish. The downside is we have to do a maintenance coat every 6 months – but that is out in the sun and weather. You'll have to check the specs for coverage (see attached). If it is bare wood, you will need to ""coat"" up to 9 times with DO1 – keeping it wet with oil until it stops absorbing – which we find ourselves recoating every 15-20 minutes, depending on absorptive quality of the wood. DO1 leaves a matt finish, probably not hard enough for a floor, so I would then coat with DO2 which leaves a harder gloss finish. You can get the overcoating interval between DO1 and DO2 from the specs – I think you have to leave DO1 for 3 days before coating with DO2. Then DO2 for 5-6 coats, leaving at least 24 hours between coats, but can be longer, as long as you complete DO2 within about 4 weeks. You can get DO in larger quantities – 1l, 2.5l, 20l. Hope this helps Colin Glennie
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: null Deks' product guide says that it is a good primer for ""single pack decorative coatings"". I am wondering if it would be a good primer under exterior house paint on window boxes? I ask because I need to seal the red cedar from water absorption, but I need to the paint the outside white. Hoping I can seal the entire box with 1 very durable product, and then paint the outside with white waterborne paint. Thanks!
5 years ago10 Answers
A: Sorry for taken so long to get back you very Busy winter . I have use Deks Olje 1 for over 30 yrs have had great successes with this product. Word of warning about 20yrs age I use Deks 1 and then top coated with Deks 2 the problem was you had to light sand the Deks 2 every 4-5 weeks and recoated. Which was more maintenances than I had time for. I strip the teak down over the winter and went to just went back to using Deks 1 now I only have oil the teak once or twice a season with better results
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: null I have applied Deks D1 and ran out before applying enough coats, so it will be dry before I can get more. Do I need to do anything extra before applying more coats?
5 years ago7 Answers
A: I have put additional "" maintenance coats on anytime. It usually just soaks in or if it is saturated it stays wet and i wipe excess off.
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: null I have applied Deks D1 and ran out before applying enough coats, so it will be dry before I can get more. Do I need to do anything extra before applying more coats?
5 years ago9 Answers
A: No it?s not necessary to do anything but assure the surface remains clean. This will assure the best quality look. Please note: message attached
5 years agoHelpful?
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