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'''Linseed oil''' is an [[oil]] derived from the [[flax]] plant. It is obtained by pressing, followed by an optional stage of solvent extraction. |
'''Linseed oil''' is an [[oil]] derived from the [[flax]] plant. It is obtained by pressing, followed by an optional stage of solvent extraction. |
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Period uses include: |
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*[[polishing|Polish]]es, [[varnish]]es and [[oil painting|oil paints]] |
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*Soot from burning linseed oil is used to make the [[pigment]] '''lamp black''' |
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*Wood preservation |
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Modern uses include: |
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*Animal feeds |
*Animal feeds |
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*[[Putty]] |
*[[Putty]] |
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*Caulking compounds |
*Caulking compounds |
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*[[Leather]] treatment |
*[[Leather]] treatment |
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*[[polishing|Polish]]es, varnishes and oil paints |
*[[polishing|Polish]]es, varnishes and [[oil painting|oil paints]] |
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*Animal care products |
*Animal care products |
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*Wood preservation |
*Wood preservation |
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''(Please update with the period uses if you know them.)'' |
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The [[linoleic acid]] in linseed oil is used as a dietary supplement. |
The [[linoleic acid]] in linseed oil is used as a dietary supplement. |
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''Safety Note'': Rags soaked in linseed oil can self-ignite if stored in a confined space. They should be washed with water and disposed of carefully. |
''Safety Note'': Rags soaked in linseed oil can self-ignite if stored in a confined space. They should be washed with water and disposed of carefully. |
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Latest revision as of 01:59, 29 June 2007
Linseed oil is an oil derived from the flax plant. It is obtained by pressing, followed by an optional stage of solvent extraction.
Period uses include:
- Polishes, varnishes and oil paints
- Soot from burning linseed oil is used to make the pigment lamp black
- Wood preservation
Modern uses include:
- Animal feeds
- Putty
- Sealants
- Caulking compounds
- Leather treatment
- Polishes, varnishes and oil paints
- Animal care products
- Wood preservation
The linoleic acid in linseed oil is used as a dietary supplement.
Safety Note: Rags soaked in linseed oil can self-ignite if stored in a confined space. They should be washed with water and disposed of carefully.
