Worktop Care Kit

How to Oil a Worktop

We have two sets of instructions below showing you how to oil a worktop; the first talks about how to oil a new kitchen worktop, and beneath that are instructions on how to restore and oil a used worktop.

Clean and protect new wooden worktops

It's essential to treat new worktops with Worktop Oil before using to ensure all areas, even hard-to-reach ones, are protected from damage. 

Wipe the wood with a damp cloth to remove any dust or dirt. 

Apply Wood Cleaner directly to a clean cloth and rub into the worktop with pressure. Wipe off any cleaner with a dry cloth then leave to dry. 

Shake the Worktop Oil well before use. Test on an unseen area if you're unsure of the finish.     

Use a Foam Brush to apply oil along the grain, ensuring a generous, even coat across the entire surface and all edges. 

Let the oil penetrate for three minutes, then wipe away any excess with a Lint Free Cloth until the wood looks dry. 

Allow the worktop to dry for 4-6 hours. 

Use the Finishing Pad to gently sand the surface between coats for a smooth, flawless finish. Always sand with the grain and remove any dust with a damp cloth before applying the next coat. 

Apply two more coats, with the same drying time between each, ensuring the previous coat is fully dry before applying the next. 

Restore and protect old wooden worktops

Apply Wood Cleaner directly to a clean cloth and rub into the worktop with pressure. Wipe off any cleaner with a dry cloth then leave to dry. 

Sand off any thick coating of old wax or oil with the Sandpaper first, using the 120 grit then the 240 grit. Then lightly sand the worktop with a Finishing Pad in the direction of the grain for a smooth finish. Remove any dust with a clean cloth. 

Follow the above instructions for Protecting New Wooden Worktops. 

Worktop Cleaning & Maintenance

Everyday Cleaning

For general day to day cleaning, the Wood Cleaner can be mixed at a ratio of 1:4 with water (1-part Wood Cleaner to 4-parts water). LIghtly dampen (not wet) a cloth with the solution and wipe down the surface.

Maintenance

To maintain the fine quality of your wooden worktop, it is essential that it is oiled regularly. The worktop is fully protected and in good condition when the surface has a slight sheen to it and water ‘beads’ or forms droplets on the surface. With use, the finish will slowly wear off, and water will no longer 'bead' on the surface, the sheen will also look duller.

Ideally, the surface should be re-oiled before it gets to this stage and when you do notice the above you know it's time to apply the Worktop Oil again. Reoil every three months on well-used worktops, or at least twice a year for less-used areas.