When to use Wood Juice

It can sometimes be confusing knowing when to use our Wood Juice product and when to use our Pentacryl product.

Both products are wood stabilizers. You soak or brush each product on the wood until it is completely saturated. The Wood Juice and Pentacryl both displace the moisture (water) that is in the wood. The products then remains in the wood coating the wood cells. As the wood dries (slowly and naturally), the coated wood cells do not shrink, thus it helps to eliminate cracking, checking and warping caused by irregular drying.

Our popular Pentacryl product works best on green or freshly cut wood. The wetter the wood is, the better Pentacryl will penetrate.

Excellent results have been obtained on all types and sizes of wood using both products.

Wood Juice is formulated to penetrate and treat dry to semi-dry wood that has a lower moisture content (typically below 20-25%). The Wood Juice formula is thinner and will penetrate the dryer wood quickly and thoroughly.

As long as there is not a finish (sealer) applied, Wood Juice can also be used to rejuvenate and condition older, dried out wood.

Small pieces can be soaked in Wood Juice, while larger pieces can be treated by brushing Wood Juice on. After either method, the wood should then be allowed to dry slowly and naturally. Wood Juice will make working with your wood easier (turning or carving) as it will help to lubricate your tools.