Boiled/Raw Linseed oil

#1 05-28-2003, 04:43 PM

I've acquired (by accident) some raw Linseed oil! Can it be used as is on wood or can it be boiled (is that dangerous) to get the better product? Thanks Vic

#2 05-29-2003, 10:10 PM

Vic, Don't use it raw ... it will never dry. Don't know about boiling it.

#3 06-21-2003, 07:54 PM

thanks doug sorry i took so long i'd forgotten i posted here and dont come here often vic

#4 07-06-2003, 10:07 AM

Vic, "Boiled" linseed is not actually boiled with heat as you might think. It is a chemical process that changes the oil so that it dries more readily. Do NOT attempt heating it...you'll end up with a gooey mess...if it doesn't explode first! Check on the internet for info under oil based paints. Best, George

#5 07-13-2003, 01:10 PM

Raw linseed oil can be converted to "boiled" Linseed oil by adding a "Japaning" (it is still available). The available Japaning contains "Phoenix Salts" that will cause/allow the raw linseed oil to polymerize and harden.

A good thing to add too if you thin the boiled linseed oil with mineral spirits, or other solvents.

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Boiled/Raw Linseed oil

I've acquired (by accident) some raw Linseed oil! Can it be used as is on wood or can it be boiled...