CHESTNUT FOOD SAFE FINISH is a clear food grade oil suitable for items which will hold or come into contact with food, e.g. salad bowls, fruit bowls, cheese boards or chopping boards.
Whilst very water resistant, Food Safe Finish is not suitable for items which will hold liquids.
Food Safe Finish dries to a soft satin finish with a high degree of water resistance which will withstand wiping with a damp cloth, however, some detergents may damage the finish.
Application:
With a brush or cloth
Prepare your work in the usual way.
If required, Food Safe Finish can be used to lubricate your abrasive in the final sanding process. This will give a very smooth surface and will significantly reduce the amount of wood dust generated.
To avoid contaminating Food Safe Finish, use a clean brush or safety cloth.
Only those areas likely to come into contact with food need to be treated with Food Safe Finish; other areas (such as the outside of bowls) can be finished with another appropriate product.
Apply Food Safe Finish to the relevant areas and leave to soak in. Any excess still visible after 20 minutes can be removed with a clean cloth.
A total of 3 coats is recommended.
Food Safe Finish should be touch-dry within 30 minutes (usually less), but items coated with it should be left to dry for at least 24 hours before use.
Drying time: Within 2 hours under normal conditions
Coverage: 6 - 8m2 per litre
Compatibility: To maintain the food safety properties of this finish, no other products should be used in combination.
Thinner: Not applicable. Brushes should be washed in warm, soapy water.
