Silk Oil consists of 4 layers of UV-cured modified organic oil-acrylates. Silk Oil easily penetrates into the surface pores of the wood, where it polymerizes under UV light. In appearance, this type of hardwood flooring finish is similar to Hardwax Oil but is distinguished by higher wear resistance. Like Hardwax Oil, Silk Oil finish is used in conjunction with wire brushing technology. However, the protective elastic surface film formed by Silk Oil finish is thicker, which creates a visual effect of semi-sealed pores. This emphasizes the deep texture, relief, and beauty of natural wood. A surface of hardwood floors coated with Silk Oil is pleasant and warm, like that of natural wood. Silk Oil finish has a silky-matte surface gloss. Sheen level stays the same throughout the lifetime of the floor.
Due to UV-curing technology, Silk Oil finish has higher wear-resistance than hardwood floors, coated with Hardwax Oil. However, wear resistance of Silk Oil is still lower than that of UV-cured lacquer finishes. In areas where traffic is most intense, it is recommended to periodically apply Coswick restorative cleaners for oiled floors. Such floor cleaners consist of up to 10% wax, and, in addition to cleaning the floor surface from dirt, they renew worn-down finish.