The alternative is and oiled finish, this has the benefit of being a penetrating finish that will not peel and flake over time, it is not as long lasting as a varnish, however is easier to maintain and repair. Used with the Osmo Wood Protector in sink area this will give a well protected moisture repellent finish. This requires application to bare wood that has been sanded to a 120 – 150 grit and so to use this you may need to re sand and open up the grain a little and for Iroko I would recommend the Osmo Wood Wax Finish Extra Thin designed for use on hardwoods such as Iroko. As an important part of our promise to work towards a more sustainable world, our products are combined by natural oils and soaps that preserve and strengthens the woods natural properties.

If you wish to keep the lighter, untreated look of the wood or how it looks when freshly sanded, use either Osmo Top Oil (3068 Natural) or Fiddes Hard Wax Oil Natural. These products have been specifically designed to better retain the natural, untreated look of lighter coloured timbers such as oak and pine. Osmo Top Oil requires minimal preparation before application. The product can easily be applied late at night, left to dryand will be ready to use the following morning.With an attractive luster, this product is available in clear satin, clear matt, acacia and natural tones. Oiled surfaces should never be cleaned with household detergents or cleaners such as washing-up liquids as these are designed to break down and dissolve grease and oils. Always use a dedicated wood surface cleaner. And monthly / 2 monthly the Woca Natural Soap on a firmly wrung cloth. To be maintained (annually) with Werkbladolie for optimum protection.Still working in sections, a very small amount of oil, approx. 1-2 ounces, is poured on the floor and carefully polished into the wood with a WHITE floor pad. Repeat until done.

For best results, cut a white or red buffing pad and Patina Disc to fit an orbital hand sander (pad/Disc can also be used to hand polish). Polish the wet oil into the wood until the surface feels smooth and uniform. Keep adding oil and keep polishing until entire surface feels smooth and uniform. Wait approx. 30 minutes at 20°C, while the oil soaks into the wood. Apply more oil if dry areas appear. Extremely tough and hard-wearing seal which protects against aggressive stains such as wine, fruit juices and etc. Wacht ongeveer 30 minuten bij 20°C, terwijl de olie in het hout trekt. Breng meer olie aan als droge plekken ontstaan. WOCA worktop oils are designed to have a natural matt finish to replicate the appearance of natural wood.The number of coats can depend on the type and condition of the wood, many of the traditional oils may require anything from 3 to 7 coats to be effective and with drying times of around 24 hours between coats, oiling a wooden work top could take as long as a week. In comparison, most modern top oils require just 2 thin coats and are dry in 4 to 8 hours, depending on the oil brand and environmental conditions. Worktop durability The oil is thoroughly hardened after 24 hours at 68ºF. Do not let the treated surface become wet during the hardening process.

Requires reoiling and maintenance on a regular basis. The wooden worktop will need to be re-oiled every 2-3 months – This can be even more if the “activity” that is taking place on the kitchen worktop is high. Prep the wood surface with WOCA Intensive Wood Cleaner Spray. This is not optional. After applying, let the wood dry completely. Facilitates bacteria growth due to the humidity, it is vital to do a routine clean up at this point.We highly appreciate each client relation and always try to understand the needs of our business partners, so that together we can ensure the best customer solutions within counseling, education, service, and products. If your wooden worktop is marked or lightly scratched a fresh coat of oil will make these micro scratches disappear. If the wood is naturally a darker tone then the Natural 3068 is not ideal, a milky effect could occur, instead you could look at the Clear Satin or Matt options. These will darken the wood slightly and highlight the grain, and you have the advantage of being able to use the Osmo Wood Protector underneath, around the sink area to give an even better level of protection against moisture ingress. Thoroughly clean the surface with Intensive Wood Cleaner, mixed 1:20. Then wash with clean water. After cleaning, leave the surface to dry for at least 12-24 les heures

For more than 50 years we have been driven by our passion for creating the best and most sustainable solutions in treatment, maintenance, and protection of wood. It sounds like an interesting project, my concern would be that if it has been used as a science lab table that a wide range of chemicals and substances may have been absorbed into the wood over the years. Test areas will be vital with whatever product you decide to use. Thoroughly clean the surface with Intensive Wood Cleaner, mixed 1:20. Then wash with clean water. After cleaning, leave the surface to dry for at least 12-24 hours The penetrating system gives a natural appearance and highlights the natural grain structure of the wood and enhances the wooden worktops while protecting the wood from within The l ye will not look perfect. The polishing of the oil with the red pad will remove any imperfections during the oiling process.Technique B , working in a section of about 50-100 sf, pour oil directly on floor (1 cup) and spread it around with floor polisher/buffer with RED pad attached. We love to see before, during and after photos of any wood finishing project. If you would like to share your project pictures with us and our followers, you can either send us some photos or share on our