Product details
Patination oil is a white spirit based surface treatment that can be used to protect lead from lead carbonate forming.
When newly fitted lead is exposed to moisture there will be a build up of lead carbonate on its surface. You can identify lead carbonate build up on lead as it shows as a soluble white coating. Future rainfall will wash the lead carbonate down the roof leading to an unsightly white staining on your roof and fascias. These streaks are unsightly, to avoid them, you’ll want to apply patination oil on the same day as you fit the lead.
Patination oil stops the lead from oxidizing when it comes into contact with moisture and rain water, maintaining a uniform look and natural lead patina. The product should be applied to all newly applied lead cladding and flashings that are open to the elements. Areas with high exposure should be given a second coat.
