Japan Drier - Lead-Free Drying Agent for Oil-Based Finishes
Professional-grade drying accelerator specially formulated with lead-free drying agents to significantly reduce the drying time of oil-based paints, enamels, and varnishes. Essential for woodworkers, painters, and finishers who need faster project turnaround without compromising finish quality.
Key Features & Benefits
- Lead-Free Formula: Safe, modern drying agents without toxic lead compounds
- Accelerates Drying Time: Reduces drying time by up to 50% or more
- Versatile Compatibility: Works with oil-based paints, oil-based enamels, and varnishes
- Professional Results: Maintains finish quality while speeding cure time
- Easy to Use: Simple mixing ratio for consistent results
- Cost-Effective: Small amounts produce significant drying acceleration
Ideal For
Oil-based paint projects, varnish applications, oil-based enamel finishes, furniture finishing, cabinetry, trim work, exterior painting, and any project where faster drying time is needed without compromising finish durability.
Directions for Use
Mixing Ratio: Add 1-2 tablespoons of Japan Drier per quart of oil-based paint, enamel, or varnish. Do not exceed recommended amount as over-application may cause finish problems.
Application Steps:
- Stir your oil-based finish thoroughly before adding Japan Drier
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of Japan Drier per quart of finish
- Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution
- Apply finish as normal using brush, roller, or spray
- Be sure to work quickly and wipe the finish down well for even absorption
- Allow to dry according to reduced drying time (typically 50% faster than without drier)
Important: Do not add more than recommended amount. Excessive drier can cause wrinkling, poor adhesion, or finish failure. Always test on a small area first.
Safety Information
Warnings: Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. May cause skin and eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautions:
- Use in well-ventilated area or wear appropriate respirator
- Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces - No smoking
- Wear protective gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing
- Avoid breathing vapors or mist
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling
- Keep container tightly closed when not in use
- Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials
First Aid: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting - call poison control immediately. If on skin, wash with soap and water. If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If inhaled, move to fresh air and seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Disposal: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Do not pour down drain.
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Lead-free drying agent/accelerator
- Compatibility: Oil-based paints, oil-based enamels, varnishes
- Recommended Ratio: 1-2 tablespoons per quart
- Size: 1 pint (16 oz)
- Flammability: Flammable liquid
- Origin: Made in USA
Note: Japan Drier is intended for use with oil-based finishes only. It will not work with water-based or latex paints. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for the finish you are using. We don't recommend using driers in our finishes when finishing large timber frames or log structures.
Composition
We disclose ALL ingredients that we use. Heritage Natural Finishes contain NO petroleum products, or metallic drying agents whatsoever! We use only the highest quality ingredients from the most sustainable sources possible. What you see here is what you get. If you have any questions, you can always call us!
Tung Oil
100% pure with no additives. This is the highest quality tung oil available; drying harder and forming a more durable finish than linseed oil alone. Both oils are dryer-free and slightly heat-treated (polymerized).
Special Aged Linseed Oil
Obtained from flax grown in the Red River Valley of the U.S. and Canada. It is purified and refined by natural oxidation and blowing, and dries as clear or clearer than tung oil, with none of the characteristic discoloration that is typical of hardware store varieties. No other finishing oil penetrates as deeply into wood.
Beeswax
Only filtered, chemical and bleach-free white beeswax wax is used. Beeswax adds visual depth of grain, smoothness, and elastic durability. Beeswax forms a skim coat that keeps the finish on the wood, slowing the evaporation of the solvent, which gives the oils more time for absorption.
Pure Citrus Solvent
This is the purest form of citrus turpenes (solvent), extracted from cold-pressed orange peel oil. This is the only solvent used in our finishes, and is also sold separately for thinning product or cleaning up. Pure Citrus Solvent is a safer alternative to mineral spirits, and other harsh solvents and can be used the same way.
Pine Rosin
Gum rosin extracted from pine sap and separated from the turpentine. This is the gum rosin found in heart pine, giving the wood its hardness and durability. We use only top grade, crystal-free, water-white rosin. No synthetic resins are used.