Solid oak worktops

[RyanRoberts91]

Solid oak worktop advice
you can say what you like about oak worktops but I am a big fan of them and I know that I will look after mine properly so I have fitted them in my new kitchen at home (2nd hand kitchen that was ripped out of a customers house and was still excellent condition) only had to buy worktops. I have fitted loads of wooden tops for customers and always just oil, oil, oil, oil and stress to the customer to keep oiling. I gave mine 4 coats of oil on both sides before installing. I will oil them once a week for the first few months until they have built up a proper seal then just every few months or so. They have been fitted for 7 days now still with just 4 coats of Danish oil and already there is a small watermark at the sink which I will sand out and re-oil. My question is, is there a product out there that gives it an instant reliable seal, that can handle small spills and cups without leaving a ring mark etc? I have been recommended unika solid wood worktop mousse and was going to pick some up tomorrow. Any suggestions? I know wooden tops are high maintenence but surely you should be able to place coffee cups or have small splashes from sink without it ruining the surface?

 

[Scott B.]

Solid oak worktop advice
you can say what you like about oak worktops but I am a big fan of them and I know that I will look after mine properly so I have fitted them in my new kitchen at home (2nd hand kitchen that was ripped out of a customers house and was still excellent condition) only had to buy worktops. I have fitted loads of wooden tops for customers and always just oil, oil, oil, oil and stress to the customer to keep oiling. I gave mine 4 coats of oil on both sides before installing. I will oil them once a week for the first few months until they have built up a proper seal then just every few months or so. They have been fitted for 7 days now still with just 4 coats of Danish oil and already there is a small watermark at the sink which I will sand out and re-oil. My question is, is there a product out there that gives it an instant reliable seal, that can handle small spills and cups without leaving a ring mark etc? I have been recommended unika solid wood worktop mousse and was going to pick some up tomorrow. Any suggestions? I know wooden tops are high maintenence but surely you should be able to place coffee cups or have small splashes from sink without it ruining the surface?

I have wood countertops in my own house and have done dozens in the field for customers. I prefer them.

Mine are cherry. I did Watco danish and then 4 coats of oil poly. I have never had to redo them. Even with a now 9 year old son. If I were to do it over, I would do poly again. Now waterbornes are up to the task as well.

Danish oil alone is not enough. Get a clear on. Waterbornes dry pretty quick. You could also do the first couple coats in sanding sealer if you wanted faster turnaround.

 

[flair woodworks]

I agree with Scott's advice.  Some might say that tung oil is tough enough, but I don't have any first hand experience to say either way.

 

[JeremyH.]

Tung oil isn't tough in the least compared to Stays Clear. It takes awhile to harden but when it does it's real strong.

 

[Wuffles]

I've got Osmo Poly X rapid on the tops that aren't near water and that will withstand spills and cups without an issue.

The worktops near water aren't wood, I've had it with the maintenance  [eek] - it's not just that, I'm the guy in my house who switches off the lights, the tv, closes doors...you get the picture. Our house isn't compatible with wood worktops near water.

 

[junk731]

Rubio Monocoat.

John

 

[mrboult]

Another vote for the osmo oil. Best kitchen Worktop oil by far!!