Automatic Tung Seed Oil Making Machine in Zimbabwe

What is tung oil?
Tung oil or China wood oil is a drying oil obtained by pressing the seed from the nut of the tung tree ( Vernicia fordii ). Tung oil hardens upon exposure to air (through polymerization ), and the resulting coating is transparent and has a deep, almost wet look.
How do you use tung oil?
Strip the Existing Finish With Trisodium Phosphate (TSP). Removing varnish and lacquer finishes is advisable before applying tung oil. Mix one water gallon with two TSP tablespoons. Then, use a sponge or brush to spread the mixture on the surface. Let the surface dry before further handling.
Can tung oil be cured in a kiln?
You can take advantage of naturally hot, dry, sunny days, or make an oil-curing kiln to successfully and quickly cure tung oil no matter what the weather is. Tung oil imparts a warmth and shine difficult to replicate with even the most modern finishes.
Where did Tung oil come from?
The tung oil tree originates in southern China and was cultivated there for tung oil, but the date of cultivation remains unknown. The earliest references for Chinese use of tung oil are in the writings of Confucius (551 – 479 BCE) around 500 to 479 BC.