Man has known about the unique properties of linseed oil for several thousand years. Linseed oil penetrates into wood, protecting it from moisture and, consequently, from rot.

When the oilseed flax has matured, the oil is pressed from the seeds of the flax flower. This is done cold, to prevent impurities getting into the oil.

The raw linseed oil is refined through the addition of oxygen to produce "cooked" linseed oil. This process changes aspects such as the drying time, shine and purity. The cooked oil is used as a binding agent in Allback linseed oil paints. The raw oil is used for the putty. Both raw and cooked linseed oil can be stored indefinitely.

Available in containers of 1, 5 or 10 litres

N.B. rags soaked in linseed oil are liable to self-ignite. Soak them in water and dispose of them.