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Oils

Importance of Oils in Finishing

Oils play a critical role in preserving both the appearance and integrity of wooden surfaces. By penetrating into the timber, they provide protection against moisture, wear, and everyday environmental stress, helping to prevent drying, cracking, and surface damage.

A correctly chosen and applied oil finish brings out the natural grain, depth, and colour of the wood while allowing it to breathe. This creates a warm, natural look that can be maintained and refreshed over time, rather than needing to be completely stripped and refinished.

Selecting the right oil for the environment — from interior furniture and floors to outdoor decking and garden structures — significantly improves durability, ease of maintenance, and long-term visual appeal.

Types of Oils

Craftsman Hardware offers a range of specialised oil finishes tailored to different timber surfaces and exposure conditions:

  • Hardwax Oil: A blend of natural oils and waxes that penetrates the wood and forms a tough, water-resistant surface. Ideal for interior furniture, floors, benchtops, and timber screens where a durable, repairable finish is required.
  • Tung Oil: A natural drying oil that hardens on exposure to air, providing excellent water resistance and a rich, warm finish. Suitable for both indoor and, when correctly applied and maintained, selected outdoor applications.
  • Danish Oil: A blend of oil and varnish that enhances the natural grain while providing a durable, low-sheen finish. Well-suited to indoor furniture, cabinetry, and joinery.
  • Decking Oil: Formulated specifically for exterior decking, this oil protects against moisture, UV exposure, and weathering, helping to prevent greying, cracking, and surface degradation.
  • Exterior Wood Oil: Designed for outdoor furniture, screens, cladding, and structures, providing a breathable protective barrier against the elements while maintaining a natural timber look.

Applications

Our oils are suitable for a wide range of interior and exterior timber applications:

  • Interior Furniture: Enhance and protect tables, chairs, cabinets, and custom pieces with hardwax, tung, or Danish oil for a durable, easy-to-maintain finish.
  • Floors: Use hardwax and maintenance oils to protect hardwood and engineered floors from foot traffic, spills, and daily wear while retaining a natural look.
  • Timber Screens & Panelling: Ideal for both interior and sheltered exterior screens, highlighting the grain while providing protection against moisture and surface marking.
  • Outdoor Decking: Decking oils help maintain colour, resist UV damage, and protect deck boards from moisture and weathering.
  • Garden Furniture & Outdoor Timber: Exterior wood oils keep outdoor settings, benches, and feature pieces protected from the elements while enriching their natural appearance.

By matching the oil type to the timber species, location, and level of use, you can ensure your wooden surfaces stay beautiful and well-protected for years to come.

    • FIDDES Filler Gel

      sku: FIDDEFILLERGEL

      FIDDES Filler Gel | Filler Gel for Gaps and Cracks

      From $61.82
    • OSMO Interior Oils  Chopping Board Oil with  for OSMO Interior Oils | Chopping Board Oil Clear Matt 3099 Interior Oils 500ml that have  available in Australia and New Zealand Buy online in Carpenters Interior Oils  Chopping Board Oil for Woodworkers that are comfortable and durable.

      sku: OSMO|3099

      OSMO Interior | CHOPPING BOARD OIL 3099 Clear Matt Interior

      $69.73
    • OSMO Exterior | UV PROTECTION 410 Clear Exterior Biocide Free

      sku: OSMO|410

      OSMO Exterior | UV PROTECTION 410 Clear Exterior Biocide Free

      From $33.77
    • OSMO TOP OIL 3058 Clear Matt Interior Timber Oil OSMO TOP OIL 3058 Clear Matt Interior Timber Oil available from Craftsman hardware in Melbourne Australia

      sku: OSMO|3058

      OSMO Interior | TOP OIL 3058 Clear Matt Interior Timber Oil

      $69.73
    • OSMO Timber Decking Oil OSMO Exterior DECKING OIL 021 Dark Oak Exterior for Timber Decks

      sku: OSMO|021

      OSMO Exterior | DECKING OIL 021 Dark Oak Exterior for Timber Decks

      From $29.45
    • OSMO POLYX EXPRESS 3332 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying OSMO POLYX EXPRESS 3332 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia

      sku: OSMO|3332

      OSMO Interior | POLYX EXPRESS 3332 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying

      From $45.55
    • OSMO POLYX RAPID 3232 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying OSMO POLYX RAPID 3232 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia

      sku: OSMO|3232

      OSMO Interior | POLYX RAPID 3232 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying

      From $45.55
    • OSMO POLYX OIL ANTI-SLIP 3089 Clear Interior for P2 / R11 Rating available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia

      sku: OSMO|3089

      OSMO Interior | POLYX OIL ANTI-SLIP 3089 Clear Interior for P2 / R11 Rating

      From $45.55
    • OSMO POLYX OIL 3065 Clear Semi Matt Interior OSMO POLYX OIL 3065 Clear Semi Matt Interior available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia

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      OSMO Interior | POLYX OIL 3065 Clear Semi Matt Interior

      From $42.14
    • CUTEK Outdoor Oils  Colourtone with  for CUTEK Outdoor Oils | Colourtone Outdoor Oils  that have  available in Australia and New Zealand Buy online in Carpenters Outdoor Oils  Colourtone for Woodworkers that are comfortable and durable.

      CUTEK Outdoor Oils | Colourtone Outdoor Oils

      $12.18
  • FIDDES Filler Gel
    SKU: FIDDEFILLERGEL

    FIDDES Filler Gel | Filler Gel for Gaps and Cracks

    A spirit-based gel filler formulated to fill gaps, cracks and joints prior to sanding and finishing wood flooring. Fiddes Floor Filler Gel provides excellent filling and adhesion properties, whilst offering specific colour matching when mixed with fine...
  • OSMO Interior Oils  Chopping Board Oil with  for OSMO Interior Oils | Chopping Board Oil Clear Matt 3099 Interior Oils 500ml that have  available in Australia and New Zealand Buy online in Carpenters Interior Oils  Chopping Board Oil for Woodworkers that are comfortable and durable.
    SKU: OSMO|3099

    OSMO Interior | CHOPPING BOARD OIL 3099 Clear Matt Interior

    Clear oil-wax combination specifically formulated for wooden chopping boards. Based on natural oils and waxes, the finish is food safe once cured. Advantages: Easy to apply, with 2 thin coats Based on natural oils and waxes Enhances the woods natural...
  • OSMO Exterior | UV PROTECTION 410 Clear Exterior Biocide Free
    SKU: OSMO|410

    OSMO Exterior | UV PROTECTION 410 Clear Exterior Biocide Free

    Osmo UV Protection Oils are clear, UV rated oils for new timber joinery, garden furniture, doors, window frames, cladding and other vertically structured joinery. Not recommended for horizontal surfaces such as timber decking. UV Protection Oil...
  • OSMO TOP OIL 3058 Clear Matt Interior Timber Oil OSMO TOP OIL 3058 Clear Matt Interior Timber Oil available from Craftsman hardware in Melbourne Australia
    SKU: OSMO|3058

    OSMO Interior | TOP OIL 3058 Clear Matt Interior Timber Oil

    OSMO Top Oil is a timber finish designed for interior use, making it ideal for kitchen bench tops, tables, and general joinery. It is certified food safe and available in 7 different colours. The product is easy to apply, requiring only two thin coats...
  • OSMO Timber Decking Oil OSMO Exterior DECKING OIL 021 Dark Oak Exterior for Timber Decks
    SKU: OSMO|021

    OSMO Exterior | DECKING OIL 021 Dark Oak Exterior for Timber Decks

    Coloured oils for timber decks from Osmo. Transparent, satin, high quality wood finishes based on natural oils. Designed to meet the demands of exposed, exterior timber decking. Osmo Decking Oils are easy to apply, maintain and rejuvenate. In full...
  • OSMO POLYX EXPRESS 3332 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying OSMO POLYX EXPRESS 3332 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia
    SKU: OSMO|3332

    OSMO Interior | POLYX EXPRESS 3332 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying

    Osmo Polyx Oil Express is the fastest drying version of the normal Polyx-Oil when used in conjunction with OSMO Hardener 6632. Designed for the professional, Polyx®-Oil Express is recommended for interior wooden floors and furniture in cold climates...
  • OSMO POLYX RAPID 3232 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying OSMO POLYX RAPID 3232 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia
    SKU: OSMO|3232

    OSMO Interior | POLYX RAPID 3232 Clear Satin Interior for Fast Drying

    Osmo Polyx-Oil Rapid is a faster drying version of the normal Polyx®-Oil recommended for interior wooden floors and furniture in cold climates. Not recommended for use in warm weather. It is available as a clear finish in 2 sheen levels: Satin (3232)...
  • OSMO POLYX OIL ANTI-SLIP 3089 Clear Interior for P2 / R11 Rating available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia
    SKU: OSMO|3089

    OSMO Interior | POLYX OIL ANTI-SLIP 3089 Clear Interior for P2 / R11 Rating

    Polyx®-Oil Anti-slip is a clear, semi-matt (low sheen) finish oil for interior wooden floors, for use where an anti-slip finish is needed. It is a professional floor finish which is extremely tough, hard wearing and slip resistant. The oil contains...
  • OSMO POLYX OIL 3065 Clear Semi Matt Interior OSMO POLYX OIL 3065 Clear Semi Matt Interior available from Craftsman Hardware in Melbourne Australia
    SKU: OSMO|3065

    OSMO Interior | POLYX OIL 3065 Clear Semi Matt Interior

    The natural alternative to polyurethane. A hard wearing, clear finish for interior wooden and cork flooring, timber furniture and exposed beams. Available in 4 levels of sheen. The combination of natural oils and waxes penetrate deeply into the surface...
  • CUTEK Outdoor Oils  Colourtone with  for CUTEK Outdoor Oils | Colourtone Outdoor Oils  that have  available in Australia and New Zealand Buy online in Carpenters Outdoor Oils  Colourtone for Woodworkers that are comfortable and durable.

    CUTEK Outdoor Oils | Colourtone Outdoor Oils

    CUTEK Colourtone Outdoor Oils All CUTEK® wood oils are sold as clear, and if applied without an added CUTEK® Colourtone they will cause the timber to quickly lighten naturally into a beautiful silver patina on exposure to sunlight and UV...