Walrus Oil Citrus Solvent – natural citrus solvent (d-limonene)
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A natural solvent from citrus — deeper penetration for oil finishes
A citrus solvent made from citrus peels, consisting of 100% d-limonene. A natural thinner and an alternative to harsh chemical solvents: thin tung or linseed oil with it and the finish penetrates deeper into the wood, dries faster and you work more efficiently — with no compromise on quality.
Key features
A single ingredient from citrus peels — and everything you need from a solvent in woodworking.
A single ingredient. No added chemicals.
Citrus Solvent is a distillate from citrus peels — pure d-limonene with no chemical additives. Unlike citrus solvents cut with harmful substances, it has GRAS status and is safe for food-contact surfaces. A natural substitute for white spirit — for your project and the environment.
- thins tung and linseed oils, Furniture Oil and Furniture Butter
- a thinned first coat penetrates deeper into the wood fibres
- a finish at the right consistency dries faster
- GRAS · food-contact safe — no compromise on safety
Thins. Cleans. Removes old finishes.
Most often you will reach for Citrus Solvent for thinning oil finishes — a thinned first coat is the foundation of a long-lasting finish. It is just as useful for cleaning and degreasing wood before finishing and for removing old oil finishes, for instance when restoring antique furniture.
- thinning: deeper penetration and faster work between coats
- cleaning: preparing the wood surface before oiling
- restoration: a helper with old oil finishes
How much solvent to how much oil?
The manufacturer’s official recommendation — more solvent for the first coat, less for the following ones.
What to combine Citrus Solvent with
The manufacturer recommends starting at a 1:1 ratio — for the first, penetrating coat of tung oil. Not sure which tung oil to choose? Read the comparison of polymerized and pure tung oil.
Polymerized Tung Oil
RATIO 1:1 · HARDER SURFACE · SATINHeat-polymerized tung oil for floors, worktops and garden furniture. Faster cure, satin finish.
Polymerized Tung Oil →
Pure Tung Oil
RATIO 1:1 · MATTE FINISHTraditional unmodified tung oil — the most natural matte look for wood, indoors and outdoors.
Pure Tung Oil →
Polymerized Linseed Oil
RATIO 2:1 · FAST-DRYINGPolymerized linseed oil — because of its thicker consistency thin it 2:1 (solvent : oil), the manufacturer recommends.
Polymerized Linseed Oil →Parameters you can rely on
Walrus Oil manufacturer data — label and product sheet
Thinning ratios per manufacturer: tung oils 1:1 (or less), Polymerized Linseed Oil 2:1 — mix only in metal containers.
Documents to download
Storage
- cool and dry, in a well-ventilated place
- lid tightly closed, out of reach of children
- away from heat, sparks and open flames
Frequently asked questions
Thinning ratios, safety and practical tips.
At what ratio should I thin?
For tung oils (Pure and Polymerized), Furniture Oil and Furniture Butter the manufacturer recommends starting at a 1:1 ratio or a lower proportion of solvent. For the thicker Polymerized Linseed Oil start at 2:1 (solvent : oil).
Why mix only in metal containers?
It is an explicit recommendation of the manufacturer — mix the solvent only in metal cans or containers.
Is it safe for food-contact surfaces?
Yes — Citrus Solvent has GRAS status and is food-contact safe, unlike citrus solvents cut with chemicals. Like any solvent, however, it requires safe handling, see the safety data sheet.
Does it remove old finishes too?
Yes, it cleans wooden surfaces effectively and helps remove old oil finishes — for instance when restoring antique furniture.
Why thin the first coat of oil?
Thinned oil penetrates deeper into the wood fibres and dries faster — the base of the finish is then more thorough and longer-lasting. Less solvent is enough for the following coats.
How do I handle the product safely?
It is a flammable liquid that irritates the skin and may cause an allergic reaction — wear gloves and safety glasses, keep it away from ignition sources and store it in a ventilated place. Full instructions are in the safety data sheet above.
BEZPEČNOSTNÍ INFORMACE O PRODUKTU (CLP)
NEBEZPEČÍ · obsahuje (R)-p-mentha-1,8-dien (d-limonen)
Standardní věty o nebezpečnosti:
H226 Hořlavá kapalina a páry. · H304 Při požití a vniknutí do dýchacích cest může způsobit smrt. · H315 Dráždí kůži. · H317 Může vyvolat alergickou kožní reakci. · H400 Vysoce toxický pro vodní organismy. · H412 Škodlivý pro vodní organismy, s dlouhodobými účinky.
Pokyny pro bezpečné zacházení:
P210 Chraňte před teplem, horkými povrchy, jiskrami, otevřeným ohněm a jinými zdroji zapálení. Zákaz kouření. · P280 Používejte ochranné rukavice/ochranné brýle/ochranný oděv. · P301+P310 PŘI POŽITÍ: Okamžitě volejte lékaře. · P331 NEVYVOLÁVEJTE zvracení. · P391 Uniklý produkt seberte. · P403+P235 Skladujte na dobře větraném místě. Uchovávejte v chladu.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Accessories |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 850072141169 |
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Walrus Oil — oils and waxes with no chemicals, no synthetics
After a difficult childhood marked by health complications, Dave Darr graduated from college in 2009 and moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan. In his spare time he restored antique furniture and began experimenting with unique, all-natural ingredients that could be used as a wood finish.
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A few years later Dave moved to Ozark and started a commercial woodworking business, supplying restaurants with tables and cutting boards made from local timber sourced in the Ozark Mountains. He noticed the market lacked food-safe wood finishes with transparent ingredient lists — so he began bottling and selling his own proven recipes. He called them “Walrus Oil”, a name loosely inspired by the impressive moustache he was known for.
Since day one, Walrus Oil has donated profits to environmental programmes. In 2020 the company partnered with the National Forest Foundation, pledging to plant several thousand trees a year. In 2021 it deepened that commitment by becoming an official tree-planting partner. Walrus Oil is also an official member of 1% For The Planet.
What are you finishing? Walrus has an answer
Pick a surface — and see every product made for it, ordered from the essentials to the extras.
Four worlds of natural care
From a cutting board to a cast-iron skillet — everything Walrus Oil makes, neatly sorted.
Kitchen & boardsoils and waxes safe for food contact Natural finish
Wood & furnituretung and linseed oil, furniture waxes Rust protection
Metal & toolscast iron, knives, axes — seasoning and protection After work
Hands & skinsalve for dry, cracked handsA board like new — oil and wax
Two steps, one whole: the oil saturates the wood deep down, the wax seals it and adds a soft satin sheen.
The Walrus ritualFifteen minutes of work, months of protection.
Apply a generous coat and let the wood drink. The oil penetrates deep, restores colour and water repellency — wipe off the excess once it has soaked in.
A thin coat of wax closes the oiled surface and adds a soft satin sheen. Let it set, then buff with a non-abrasive cloth.
What do you make with Walrus Oil?
The three most common scenarios among our customers — with specific products and links.
Kitchen
Boards & kitchen wood
Cutting boards, serving boards, bowls and spoons. All food-contact safe — NSF certified, FDA GRAS, free of VOCs and fragrance. Suitable for commercial kitchens too.
Proven products Board OilWood WaxCare Kit Everything for kitchen wood →
Restoration
Furniture & tables
Where Walrus Oil began — Dave Darr restored antique furniture. Furniture Oil revives dried-out wood; Butter and Polish nourish and bring back the shine. For dining tables, reach for tung oil.
Proven products Furniture OilButterPure Tung Explore the full range →
Workshop & outdoors
Cast iron, knives & tools
Seasoning a cast-iron pan, a rust-free knife blade, an axe ready for winter. Natural metal protection that belongs in the kitchen as much as the workshop — and isn’t afraid of food.
Proven products Cast IronKnife OilAxe Oil Everything for metal and tools →We’ll help you choose — and get it right
Guides and comparisons from our workshop — for exactly the products you see here.
Comparison
Tung oil vs. linseed oil
Which natural oil should you pick for furniture, a table or outdoor use? A full comparison of both oils from the Walrus Oil range — penetration, durability, curing and appearance, with before-and-after photos.
Read the comparison →
How-to
How to apply Walrus Oil oils and waxes
The complete process for a flawless wood finish: preparation, sanding, applying oil and wax, and curing times — step by step, straight from the maker.
Read the guide →
Coming soon
How to care for a cutting board
Oil, wax, how many coats and how often? A practical guide to caring for boards and wooden kitchen tools — from the first treatment to regular upkeep.
Read the guide →
Coming soon
Blotchy finish after oiling?
The five most common causes of an uneven surface — too much oil, poor sanding, damp wood — and how to fix them and avoid them next time.
Read the fix →Coming soon
Seasoning a cast-iron pan
How to get a non-stick surface and rust protection from cast iron — the first seasoning, reviving an old pan and everyday care after cooking, step by step.
Read the method →
Coming soon
Caring for wooden furniture
Oil, butter or wax? When to reach for which, how to revive an antique, and how long to let the surface cure before it goes back into use.
Read the guide →See how they work with Walrus Oil in Ozark
Short videos straight from the maker’s workshop — application, step by step.
A brand you can see all the way to the bottom of the bottle.
Every ingredient is listed on the label. No chemicals, no synthetics, no compromises.
- Transparent formula — every ingredient legibly on the label
- Food-contact safe: NSF certified + FDA GRAS, vegan per AVA
- Official tree-planting partner of the National Forest Foundation, member of 1% For The Planet
- Over a million packages in kitchens and workshops worldwide since 2017
What people make with Walrus Oil around the world
Projects by craftspeople and hobby makers from the maker’s gallery.
All 14 Walrus Oil products in one table
From the kitchen to the workshop — the entire range we keep in stock.
| Product | World | Base | Strongest suit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Board Oil | Kitchen | oil | saturates and protects cutting boards — NSF, FDA GRAS |
| Wood Wax | Kitchen | wax | seals the oiled surface, soft satin sheen |
| Cutting Board Care Kit | Kitchen | set | complete board care in a single purchase |
| Fractionated Coconut Oil | Kitchen | oil | quick everyday upkeep for boards and surfaces |
| Pure Tung Oil | Wood | oil | 100% tung oil — a deep, natural finish |
| Polymerized Linseed Oil | Wood | oil | faster-curing linseed oil, a tougher film |
| Furniture Oil | Furniture | oil | revives and protects wooden furniture |
| Furniture Butter | Furniture | wax | wax nourishment, a velvety matte surface |
| Furniture Polish | Furniture | wax | revives and adds shine to finished surfaces |
| Cast Iron Oil | Metal | oil | seasoning and a non-stick cast-iron surface |
| Cast Iron Seasoning | Metal | conditioner | first coats and restoration of cast-iron cookware |
| Knife Oil | Metal | oil | rust-free blades + care for wooden handles |
| Axe Oil | Metal | oil | axes and tools against rust, care for handles |
| Logger's Hand Salve | Hands | salve | extremely dry, cracked hands after work |
SDS to download — transparency for every product
Original safety data sheets from the maker (EN, PDF). Need one in another language? Write to us at info@topepoxy.eu.
What you ask us about Walrus Oil
Are the products genuinely safe for food contact?
Yes. The kitchen range is NSF certified and meets FDA GRAS (food-contact safe). The products are also vegan, certified by the American Vegetarian Association, and contain no VOCs or fragrance — suitable for sensitive users and commercial kitchens alike.
Oil or wax for a cutting board?
Both — each does a different job. Cutting Board Oil penetrates the wood, saturates it and restores water repellency. Wood Wax then seals the surface and adds a soft satin sheen. The best result is the combination: oil first, wax once it has soaked in.
What is the difference between tung and linseed oil?
Pure Tung Oil is a 100% pure natural oil — it penetrates deeply, beautifully enhances the grain and creates a water-resistant surface, but cures more slowly. Polymerized Linseed Oil is heat-treated linseed oil — it cures faster and forms a tougher film. Both are suitable for dining tables and boards.
How often should I treat the wood?
It depends on use. A reliable cue: as soon as the wood looks dry, lightens in colour or stops repelling water, it is time to oil. For heavily used boards, a quick top-up with coconut oil between full treatments helps.