Timber Oiling/Staining Advice....

[Mark A]

Sorry to hijack the thread but would using some of the Osmo Polyx Oil on my wood veneered worktops be a good way to protect them?

According to the spec on Ikea (Karlby) the worktops are already pre-treated with a hardwax oil but just wondering if adding something like the Polyx Oil or the Top Oil myself would be a good way of preserving them further?

I had it in my mind that hard wax oils gave a noticeable protective layer onto wood surfaces however the worktops look quite "bare" if that makes sense?

It's always best to use the same brand when adding further coats. It might be fine, but it would be best to buy a 5ml tester pot and try it on an inconspicuous area just to make sure its compatible.

If it's already been treated then it shouldn't need further coats yet. Drip some water onto the surface and check if it soaks in or beads up. They might have just used a matt oil which is making it look like it hasn't been treated.

 

[R.O.S.S.I]

I've ordered a sample of the Polyx Matt Coat to try on an off cut of the worktop I've still got. Will see what its like then make a decision based on that!