What is pickled oak?

Answer by  Chaneygirl (1755)

pickled oak is a staining process. It had been done years ago to make new wood look old. Putting galvanized nails in vinegar overnight, then using the vinegar to stain.

Answer by  phil9745 (160)

A method of finishing an open grain wood, like oak, using a thinned down oil based or latex based white paint. It was once used to make new wood appear older. The preferred method is to thin your paint 25% with the appropriate thinner. Water for latex and mineral spirits for oil.

Answer by  coral (54)

Pickled oak usually refers to finish or a stain that is applied to oak furniture. It was a popular way to finish oak furniture and wood in the 1980's. The method of staining involves using a light, pastel shade of stain, or a shade of white, to create a whitewashed look.

Answer by  Moi (88)

Pickled oak is a form of staining on oak or other sturdy woods that most people use for stairs or floors