Selder’s linseed oil products work excellently for woodwork both indoors and outdoors. As extra protection (or for particularly exposed areas such as window frames, cornices, etc.), it’s recommended to treat with oil before applying linseed oil paint. Here are our tips for outdoor linseed painting:
- Oil it!
Selder’s drying base oil makes wood water-repellent and rot-resistant. For smaller projects, it can be applied by hand with a natural bristle brush. See image 1. To avoid sore joints and tedious work on larger projects (such as preparing window frames for a large house), we recommend soaking the parts in a linseed oil bath instead! - Prime.
A balanced primer is essential for good results and long-lasting protection. Selder’s primer is extra rich and zinc-based, providing excellent adhesion while preventing mold and growth. Primer should always be used, whether the surface is bare or previously painted. See image 2. - Finish coat.
Apply the linseed oil paint in full but thin coats, undiluted straight from the can. Usually, one coat of primer and two topcoats are sufficient. See image 3. Selder’s linseed oil paint remains durable and beautiful practically forever when applied according to these instructions. We tint linseed paint to any desired color according to NCS, RAL, and several other color systems. Tip: We can also match old paint samples—if you have a chip from an old molding or similar, we can help find the closest shade. - Maintenance.
The paint ages as the binder slowly breaks down under sunlight. When this happens—after several years or decades depending on weather and exposure—the surface becomes dull and faded. No need to worry! A thin layer of Linseed Oil Varnish replaces the lost binder and instantly restores the original color and gloss!
One advantage of Selder’s linseed oil paint is that it adheres to most materials, including plastered facades, wooden exteriors, wood details, sheet metal, steel, and even galvanized surfaces where many other paints struggle to stick.
