COATINGS, SEALANTS & PAINTS
WORKTOPS AND OSMO
WOODEN WORKTOPS BRING A WARM, NATURAL LOOK TO ANY KITCHEN ENVIRONMENT. ALONG WITH GOOD LOOKS, THEY ALSO OFFER GREAT DURABILITY
Advantages of wooden worktops
• Natural beauty: Variation, unique grain patterns and warm tones add character to any kitchen.
• Durability: With proper care, wooden worktops can last for many decades. This longevity reduces the need for frequent replacements.
• Repairability: Water damage, dents and scratches can usually be sanded and re-oiled.
• Sustainability: Unlike materials like stone or laminate, wood is a renewable resource. Trees can be grown and harvested repeatedly, making it a potentially sustainable material.
Popular woods used for worktops The type of wood used will influence the aesthetics of the worktop, this can range from lights yellow hues through to deeper brown tones. Here are 3 of the most popular species:
• Oak: One of the most popular choices, that offers great durability, generally offering a warm golden tone. Its strength, durability, aesthetic appeal, versatility, and sustainability make it a popular material for worktops.
• Walnut: Offers a luxurious and sophisticated look. Walnut boasts deep rich brown colours with a striking grain pattern that range from flowing lines to beautiful curls, creating a visually captivating surface.
• Beech: Offers a naturally lighter and creamy colour when compared to other species. This brightness can help smaller spaces feel larger. Beech offers a straight grain providing a clean, consistent and modern look.
Care and maintenance with Osmo When it comes to protecting your worktop, Osmo recommends Top-Oil. The Top-Oil’ s water-repellent properties protect against everyday spills and enhances durability. The microporous finish also prevents cracking, peeling, and flaking, extending the life of your worktop.
Osmo Top Oil comes in several finishes:
• Clear: The most popular finish that will enhance and bring out the natural beauty and colour of the wood. Available in Satin and Matt sheen levels.
• Natural: This product is designed to keep the wood light and in its“ Raw” state. The added white pigment neutralises the wetted look that the clear finishes offer.
• White: This is a transparent finish designed to apply a white tint to the surface creating a lightening effect.
• Acacia, Terra, Graphite: Transparent tinted finishes that add colour to compliment surrounding units and décor.
When it comes to everyday use, correct cleaning of Top- Oil is recommended. For routine cleaning, whether daily or weekly, we recommend using products such as Osmo Spray Cleaner. Osmo cleaning products effectively clean the surface without degrading the natural oils and waxes inherent in Osmo finishes.
With proper care, Osmo Top-Oil can significantly protect and enhance the natural beauty of your wooden worktop, ensuring it remains in pristine condition for many years to come.
Osmo Good for Wood www. osmouk. com
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