Betterwood ” Consulting ” Wood panels ” Oiling
Oiling is a very gentle way of treating wood. Oils are often pure natural products. Oil is very easy to apply and emphasizes both the wood structure and the wood color, giving the surface a natural and fresh appearance.
Oil does not form a final layer on the wood. It therefore remains breathable, but must be re-oiled at regular intervals in order to remain as dirt-resistant as possible. Water should always be wiped off oiled surfaces immediately to avoid water stains. At the same time, scratches can be sanded and repaired locally before oiling again – with significantly less effort than with painted surfaces.
The oils are applied to the wood with a roller or brush until the worktop is wet-in-wet and no more oil is absorbed. To do this, the untreated wood must be clean, dust-free and dry. The excess oil is then massaged into the wood with a lint-free cotton cloth until the surface appears dry.
After approx. 24 hours, the worktop can be polished with a cotton cloth and the process can be repeated if necessary. The more layers of oil are applied, the greater the sealing of the board. No water should get on the worktop for a total of two to three days until it is completely dry.
How often should the teak worktop be oiled after the first oiling? Depending on the degree of use and in order to maintain the quality and appearance of the worktop in the long term, the worktop should be re-oiled several times a year. As a rule of thumb, you can use the change of season as a guide.
