{"product_id":"worktop-oil","title":"Worktop Oil – Clear Food-Safe Hardwax Oil for Solid Wood Worktops","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur clear \u003cstrong\u003eworktop oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a food-safe hardwax oil that seals, protects and nourishes any solid wood worktop — oak, walnut, iroko, ash or beech. It soaks into the timber rather than sitting on top, so it never peels or flakes, wipes clean in the kitchen, and can be spot-repaired without sanding the whole surface back. One tin does the job whatever wood you have. Price includes VAT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOne worktop oil for every solid wood worktop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don’t need a different product for each timber. This single clear \u003cstrong\u003ewood worktop oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is the right finish for a \u003cstrong\u003ekitchen worktop oil\u003c\/strong\u003e across the whole solid-wood range. The clear formula keeps pale woods like ash and beech bright, while letting oak, walnut and iroko deepen to their natural richer tone. It works just as well as an \u003cstrong\u003eoak worktop oil\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does on darker hardwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClear, food-safe hardwax oil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from natural oils and waxes, this hardwax oil is food-safe once fully cured, making it ideal for kitchen worktops, breakfast bars and islands where food is prepared. It gives a natural, low-sheen satin finish that shows off the grain rather than a plasticky film, and it’s microporous so the wood can still breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much worktop oil do you need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in a handy \u003cstrong\u003e1 litre\u003c\/strong\u003e tin, covering approximately 10–12m² per litre depending on the timber and how it’s applied. With the recommended 2–3 coats (plus an extra coat on the end grain), one litre finishes roughly 3–4 linear metres of worktop — enough for a typical small kitchen run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to oil a wood worktop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure the surface is clean, dry and lightly sanded. Apply a thin, even coat with a lint-free cloth or brush, working along the grain, then wipe off any excess. Leave 6–8 hours, lightly abrade, then apply a second coat and allow 12 hours to fully dry. For naturally oily hardwoods such as \u003cstrong\u003eiroko\u003c\/strong\u003e, thin the first coat slightly (or wipe the surface with white spirit first) so the oil keys and penetrates properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest worktop oil for oak, walnut, iroko, ash and beech\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it’s a clear, penetrating hardwax oil, this is a strong all-round choice and one of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest worktop oil\u003c\/strong\u003e options for solid timber — simple to apply, easy to maintain, and safe for food-prep surfaces. Pair it with any of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rackerman.co.uk\/products\/solid-oak-worktop-uk\"\u003esolid oak\u003c\/a\u003e, walnut, iroko, ash or beech worktops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and re-oiling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe spills promptly and use boards and trivets. Re-oil every 6–12 months, or whenever water stops beading on the surface, to keep the worktop protected. No sanding needed for routine top-ups — just clean, dry and re-coat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rackerman","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":58370345435523,"sku":"OIL-CLEAR-1L","price":41.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/1710\/6429\/files\/hf_20260701_130945_65375eb7-5b66-43d8-befc-ea2a6f5f0ed2.png?v=1782911476","url":"https:\/\/rackerman.co.uk\/products\/worktop-oil","provider":"Rackerman","version":"1.0","type":"link"}