When it comes to worktops, nothing compares to solid wood. Solid wood is number one when it comes to durability and class. While other materials lose their beauty as they get older, wood gets more refined as it ages, of course if cared for properly. Oak worktops are beautiful and classy and suit kitchen spaces perfectly.
It is important to remember that proper care is essential to the maintenance of any type of wood. Finishing wood is important in order to keep water out as water damages the surface of the wood and makes it lose its luster. For a kitchen worktop, it is recommended that linseed oil be used. Other commendable substances include Rustins plastic coating and other varnishes that are oil-based. It must be kept in mind, however, that these varnishes may crack allowing for food items to get lodged in the cracks. Another safety precaution is to keep these varnishes away from food.
Linseed oil is the leading type of varnish when it comes to the maintenance of wooden worktops. This oil is easily accessible. They sell this online, as well as in any home appliance center.
Using Linseed Oil
The oil is poured directly onto the wood worktop, and cloth that is free of lint is used to wipe the surface. The strokes used in wiping should be along the wood grain. It is recommended that three to five coats be applied in this manner. Wait a while (around 10 minutes) after doing this. then using a dry cloth, wipe the top again. This last wiping allows you to even out the oil. Coat the worktop every several hours.
When your wood worktop is new, linseed oil may be applied every week for up to five or six weeks. Only a light coat is necessary. After the six weeks pass, you may apply linseed just once every three months. To cleanse the top, wipe it down with water, but immediately dry the surface after washing. Water should not be left on any wood worktop because it makes the wood rot and fade. Chemicals must never be used to clean oak worktops either as these may be too harsh.