LINSEED OIL

Mt Benger Mail, 24 October 1934, Page 2

LINSEED OIL

MANY USES IN THE HOME The housewife should remember the varied uses to which linseed oil can be pul. Here are some of them: — If a polished floor is desired where formerly a carpet has been used, a cheap asd effective method oi treatment is us follows: — Kub the boards smooth with sandpaper and 1111 in any cracks between the beards with putty. Then, with a large, line paint brush, apply a solution of permasgauate of potash, strong or weak, according to the depth of tone decided. Two thin applications are really best, worked the way of the grain ol the wood. When the floor is thoroughly dry apply linseed oil on a soft cloth and rub it well in. A rich, smooth effect will be produced, and , moreover, footmarks will not show even when the floor has been polished weeks later with ordinary polish. Oak boards will not need to be stained unless a very dark floor is desired; they can simply be well rubbed with the oil. The appearance of glazed tiled floors and hearths will be greatly improved by an occassional rub with linseed oil. Dark painted woodwork often looks shabby before one wants to redecorate a room. If, however, it is rubbed with linseed oil it will appear like new. Oak furniture, especially old natural oak, should be polished w itb. linseed oil. It sinks into and feeds the wood, bringing out the beautiful subdued tones of the grain. Japanned and brass bedsteads should be rubbed with linseed oil.. The stays and supports underneath should also be treated with it, to prevent rust and remove dust. Linoleum that has become hard and dry with frequent polishes can be softened and cleaned with linseed oil, which will also restore the colours. Hot plate marks on polished tables can be removed if the oil is applied at once. Before applying linseed oil always warm it by standing the bottle containing it in a bowl of hot water or in a warm oven, being careful first of all to remove the cork.