Why Your Wood Species Changes Everything
Wood isn’t one-size-fits-all, and your finishing routine shouldn't be either. Standard wood finishes treat every piece of timber the exact same way, but seasoned woodworkers know that every wood species has a distinct personality:
Porous Woods (like Oak and Ash): Have open grain pockets that suck up oil quickly and need controlled dwell times to prevent over-saturation.
Dense Hardwoods (like Hard Maple and Birch): Have tight, closed fibers that require specific sanding grit limits so the tung oil can actually penetrate rather than sit on top.
Oily Hardwoods (like Teak and Ipe): Possess natural resin barriers that demand customized prep steps so the beeswax and oil bond permanently.
Because Onaddy uses raw, natural ingredients—tung oil, D-limonene, and beeswax—it reacts dynamically with the wood's natural grain. Tailoring your application method to your specific timber unlocks richer color depth, a smoother hand-feel, and maximum durability.
Step Into the Onaddy Wood Labs
Before you pop the lid on your tin, take 30 seconds to visit our Wood Labs database. It takes the guesswork out of your build and ensures you get workshop-grade results on the first try.
Why Check Wood Labs First?
Inside the lab, you’ll get a customized recipe for your project, including:
The Target Sanding Limit: Exactly when to stop sanding so you don't seal the pores or leave surface scratches.
Calibrated Soak Times: The precise minutes Onaddy needs to saturate your wood's specific grain structure.
Pore-Filling & Slurry Tips: Expert techniques for achieving a glass-smooth finish on open-grained species.
How to Find Your Wood's Profile:
Click over to the [Onaddy Wood Labs Page] (or scan the QR code on the side of your tin).
Select your wood species from our searchable database (e.g., Black Walnut, White Oak, Cherry, Hard Maple).
Follow the custom application matrix tailored directly to your project.
💡 Pro Tip: Not sure what species you’re working with? Check the Wood Identification Guide inside Wood Labs to match your grain pattern before applying your finish.