What kind of oil do I need to protect a Willow Sculpture?

Willow drying and oiling tips

For those planning to keep their sculptures outside all year.

They should last 2-3 years untreated. If you want to extend the life of them, we recommend treating them.

• 1st let them dry outside for a few weeks, then treat them (especially the bases that are in the ground/wet

  What oil to use to protect a Willow sculpture?

• 50:50 Linseed oil & Turpentine mix

• Teak Oil, Cuprinol

Spray or wipe it on with a cloth & They should last up to 5 years before they degrade. Repeat annually

Interested in trying more willow? see our blog on the different types of baskets you can make.

Best willow books to read - see our blog with books recommended by our teacher

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Further reading:

• Best willow books to read - see our blog with books recommended by our teacher

• Learn about the different types of baskets you can learn to make.

• Other Greenwood spoon carving blogs and ideas

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