Chinese Wood Oil (Noun)
Meaning
A yellow oil obtained from the seeds of the tung tree.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Chinese wood oil is applied to wood surfaces as a protective coating and to enhance the appearance of the grain.
- Chinese wood oil, extracted from the tung tree seeds, contains a high percentage of eleostearic acid, making it useful as a drying agent.
- The tung tree, source of chinese wood oil, has been cultivated for centuries, primarily in southern China.
- Chinese wood oil can be mixed with other substances to create paints, varnishes, and enamels with excellent durability.
- To achieve a glossy finish, multiple coats of chinese wood oil must be applied and polished after each application.