How to process the countertop under the sink. How to cover a wooden tabletop? Updating the tree workspace

On the modern kitchens you can find countertops made of artificial or natural stone, glass, stainless steel, ceramic tiles, but most often, solid wood or chipboard sheets lined with plastic are used as the main material. If you do not know how to protect a capricious surface, there is a risk of its deformation and rapid destruction under the influence of moisture and other negative factors.

Compliance with the basic rules for the care of raw materials will avoid unpleasant consequences. In addition, there are many effective approaches that improve the quality of the product and its resistance to external influences.

Basic rules for working on the countertop and regular surface care

To prevent scratches and other types of damage to the surface of the worktop, it is necessary to observe following rules for the implementation of work:

Cutting boards should be used when preparing food, even if nothing needs to be cut. When cutting products, you need to ensure that the process does not go beyond the special stand.
Do not leave knives and forks on the surface of the countertop, it is because of them that chipboard sheets are quickly covered with a layer of scratches. Drops of water and food particles are gradually clogged into small holes, which causes the wood to swell and warp.
If you need to attach to the work surface manual meat grinder or similar unit, a soft cloth pad must be used.
Regardless of the material from which the surface of the countertop is made, it must be protected from prolonged and abundant exposure to moisture; it is highly recommended not to use abrasives, metal sponges and brushes during cleaning.

Tip: If the surface is additionally coated with varnish or paint, then the use of chemical cleaners, especially solvents, will also have to be abandoned.

AT last resort the work area can be protected with a special oilcloth. The main thing is to choose a material that does not change the aroma and taste of the processed products.
It is not recommended to put on wood, chipboard sheets and tiles hot dishes, be sure to use a protective lining (at the same time, you need to make sure that it is not made of metal or plastic, but wood or multilayer fabric).

Even if all these rules are observed, the safety of the coating is not guaranteed. Reliably protect wooden surface can only be achieved through proper cleaning and special pre-treatment.

Methods for protecting countertops from the formation of persistent stains

No matter how carefully the work is carried out in a specialized area, the appearance of stains cannot be avoided, especially if it is located near the sink. Drops of water and detergent can cause no less problems than traces of grease. So that the surface of the countertop does not darken and does not become covered with signs of decomposition of the material, it is necessary to adopt the following tips:

Dry dirt, grease and traces of moisture must be removed immediately. You should not wait until the different components mix and dry, turning into a dense crust.
For regular cleaning of solid wood or chipboard sheets, a weak and slightly warm soapy solution is allowed.
Stubborn stains can be removed with lemon juice. If at the same time a little salt is poured onto the surface of the pollution, then it will be possible to pull the dirt out of small scratches.
A darkened tree is recommended to be treated with a weak solution of hydrogen peroxide. Just pour it on the stain and rub it off after a few minutes. soft cloth. The same manipulation allows you to disinfect the surface.
In some cases, professional wood bleaches or homemade preparations based on oxalic acid. They simultaneously draw dirt out of the cracks, preventing the expansion of the tree, bleach and disinfect the material.

It is better to process a fresh countertop without the use of water at first. You can simply rub the dirt with medium grit sandpaper to remove the stain, then sand the surface with the softest equivalent of the product.

Hardening and sealing wood - manipulations that increase the practicality of the material

To minimize damage from moisture and other external irritants, a massive tree can be hardened. True, this manipulation is very different from the approach that is used in the case of metal:

Pour a little heated mineral (not edible!) oil onto the working area. We wait a few minutes until the fibers absorb right amount product.
We take a rag and begin to rub the composition into the surface, acting in the direction of the fibers.
We leave the structure for half an hour so that the main component is well absorbed. We make sure that at this time no drops of water fall on the countertop, this will reduce the effectiveness of the approach.
We wipe the treated area with a waffle or paper towel, removing excess oil.

If chipboard sheets are used as the main material, then the sealing procedure will be the best protection against damage. For its implementation, we use ready-made polyurethane (for Food Industry), which is applied to the problem area in at least three layers. After such a simple manipulation, there will be no problems with cleaning the countertop, and it will become indifferent to the effects of moisture. It is still impossible to cut products on such a coating!

Furniture wax can be useful to restore wood and eliminate traces of cracks. To do this, heat it up on the stove or in microwave oven. For one part of the product we take four parts of mineral oil, mix. We process with a warm composition problem areas, carefully rubbing the drug into the cracks. Leave the mass to dry, and then polish the surface with a soft cloth. Such manipulation is recommended to be carried out at least once a year for the purpose of prevention.

Glossy tile, beautiful artificial stone, shock-resistant glass, silvery stainless steel - from what material modern kitchen countertops are not made! However, despite the high humidity and temperature fluctuations, many traditionally prefer wood. Let's try to figure out why a wooden countertop is good for the kitchen and whether it can be made on your own.

Wood and its substitutes, chipboard and fiberboard, are ideal for the production of modern kitchen furniture. Soft, pliable, sensitive to high humidity the material after special processing becomes sufficiently strong, wear-resistant and stable. At the same time, it retains its attractive appearance: a beautiful natural pattern cannot be confused with anything.

Admirers of environmental cleanliness in the interior can afford a tabletop made of a single piece of wood, but do not forget that solid oak, ash, cherry or walnut is much more expensive than practical chipboard. If you are not constrained by funds, pay attention to breeds such as iroko or wenge - the treated surface will have excellent functional and aesthetic characteristics.

Magnificent oak that never goes out of style

When ordering a kitchen, “wooden” usually means any product that is somehow related to wood. In fact, manufacturers offer furniture from the following materials:

Chipboard, chipboard, MDF, fiberboard - boards containing wood shavings or fibers bonded with natural or synthetic glue;
veneer - decorative sheets from wood not thicker than 10 mm (usually from 3 mm to 5 mm), which are glued to external surfaces;
solid wood - pieces of solid wood, the most suitable for processing, but characterized by a high cost.

Sometimes professionals use an interesting technology: they glue several sheets of different breeds and get a workpiece, which bypasses even the mass in terms of plasticity and strength.

MDF finish artfully imitating reed

For self-manufacturing furniture, it is better to use a carpentry or furniture shield, since an inexpensive tree will also fit for its assembly, besides, the processing process is somewhat simplified.

Do-it-yourself wooden tabletop

We offer a simple option for making do-it-yourself kitchen countertops made of wood, or rather, from a special blank, which is called a joiner's shield. It can be replaced with solid wood (in this case, you should focus on durable, but easy-to-handle breeds, such as walnut).

Preparation of materials and tools

You should not hurry with the choice of wood, since the behavior and duration of the “life” of the product depend on its characteristics. soft rocks generally not suitable for creating a working surface on which they will constantly cut, pound, beat off. It is better to choose hardwood blanks, which include cherry, oak, cherry, teak.

Wood is a living elastic material that easily changes shape with changes in air parameters. indoors with high level humidity, which is the kitchen, the fibers quickly absorb moisture and swell, as a result of which the product is deformed. To prevent this from happening, processing with special natural or chemical compounds. They will impregnate the top layer of boards and increase moisture resistance.

There is an easy option for manufacturing furniture parts - ordering according to individual sizes. It is necessary to independently make calculations (or even better - call a specialist) and take them to a company that produces furniture. There on the milling and jointers cut out within 1-2 days necessary elements, which will remain at home to connect and process. Or do everything yourself, but it will take more time.

So, if you decide to make a tabletop from boards or furniture board, you will need the following tool:

jointer;
hacksaw;
drill;
cutter;
thickness gauge;
sandpaper;
marking tool - pencil, tape measure, square;
impregnation-antiseptic;
wood glue;
LKM - paint or varnish.

The main details will be well dried wooden planks, and nails and self-tapping screws will act as fasteners. It is better to select elements that are the same in size.

Assembly of the base - carpentry shield

Processing boards must be done in 2 stages - before assembly and after it.

The work plan looks like this:

level the surface of non-planed boards with a planer or jointer;
sand the surface of each part with sandpaper;
treat on all sides, including grooves, with an antiseptic;
collect parts in one canvas;
cut holes for the stove, sink, pipes, etc.;
install the shield in place;
treat again with impregnation or stain;
varnish or paint.

Now in more detail.

If you have taken up the independent processing of furniture, then most likely you have experience working as a planer. The grinding technique also does not raise questions, so let's focus on antiseptics. AT construction stores many types are sold, but we need a solution for internal works.

Assortment of antiseptic Senezh Akvadecor

Great option - interior tree protective oil NEOMID. The natural oils that make up its composition protect against moisture and ultraviolet radiation, prevent the appearance of mold, and make the wood pattern more expressive. Aquatex primer has similar properties.

Parts can be connected in two ways:

edge bonding;
spike-groove technology;
edge-groove method.

The first method is simple to implement, but not reliable.

Structure for gluing a carpentry board

If you need to glue several small elements, it is better to replace it with the second solution. But the most effective is the third method, well known to everyone who has ever assembled a lining.

The lining initially has cutouts along the edges for connection using the edge-groove technique

Another name for this method is tongue-and-groove. If it is difficult to make even edges at home, you need to contact the service where the boards will be processed on a milling machine. Most cheap way- process thick plywood or MDF sheets. If they are thin (12-14 mm), the grooves and edges will also be thin.

Excellent result assembly

You can use a coarser tongue and groove connection, but it is more appropriate for the situation. country house or terraces. After joining with simultaneous gluing, it is necessary to cover the entire web with impregnation or universal decorative varnish.

Cover and the nuances of its manufacture

To hide ugly edges with visible joints, it is necessary to make a lining - a thin protective edge made of wooden bars. This is a variant of veneering, but made in a cruder technique. The bars are not glued or welded with the help of a technical hair dryer, but sit down using the “edge-groove” technology, as when connecting product parts.

Bars for lining before installation

The lining should be harder than the base, so you can use blanks from a different breed. Soft pine is best edged with a more durable birch or beech. A comb is cut along the edges of the finished tabletop from a furniture board using a hand cutter, and on the bars, on the contrary, a groove is prepared suitable sizes- approximately 10 mm x 12 mm. The width of the bars should match the width of the product or slightly exceed it. After assembly, milling and grinding is required.

High-quality gluing contributes to a tighter compression. To ensure it, metal clamps are used - large adjustable brackets. They pull the product together from opposite sides and leave until the glue dries completely.

Visible narrow gaps between the elements are rubbed with wood dust. The reliability of the lining can be increased by additionally strengthening the corners with self-tapping screws - one on each side. Self-tapping screws are twisted at an angle, slightly recessed in the wood, and the resulting pits are sealed with putty. The decorative layer is applied last.

Combined with plastic

Finishing with plastic sheets is possible in two cases:

when making a new table;
to repair old furniture.

The base remains wooden as before, only the upper surface is veneered, sometimes the edges. Plastic does not give in to deformation, retains its shape, despite temperature changes and humidity. There are special types of kitchen polymer coating with a thickness of about 1 mm, which, when combined with chipboard, becomes hard and wear-resistant.

Glossy plastic looks amazing

Sheets of plastic with liquid nails or all-purpose adhesive are attached to a wooden surface if it is already installed. When making a new product, it is better to use a more practical inexpensive material - chipboard panel. If a sink and hob, it is better to strengthen it with support bars. They are fixed on the underside across the length, on the sides of the equipment cutouts.

Small shields are cut from a single sheet of DPS, but for strength they are placed in a frame of hardwood - lining. Both for fastening the crossbars and for the lining, double fixation is used - carpentry glue and self-tapping screws. Holes for self-tapping screws are pre-drilled with a drill with a thin drill.

Plastic is glued last. Liquid nails are applied around the perimeter and in the center on a smooth, cleaned surface of the base, treated from mold and fungus. Carefully lay a sheet of plastic, fitted in size and shape. To make the fastening more reliable, you can put a load on top, and fix the edges with clamps. If there is no lining, then a strip of plastic should also be put along the edge.

A popular option is plastic "under the tree"

Before covering with plastic wooden tabletop, you can get acquainted with other options - from artificial stone or ceramic tiles.

How to make a tabletop from a finished furniture board

Consider another option, a simpler one, for which we apply an already cut blank made at a furniture factory (some furniture companies provide such services) to order. This is convenient when you need to urgently make repairs or you need a workpiece that is difficult to process on your own - with curved edges, rounded corners, and many holes.

Features of drafting a project

When placing an order, you must provide the following information:

exact dimensions the shield and all openings (if equipment is planned to be inserted);
surface color;
type of material.

It is better to pre-draw a diagram or call a company representative for accurate calculations.

The sizes will be individual, and the type will have to be chosen from the proposed samples. Assortment on furniture factories usually wide, offer panels of various thicknesses and with a variety of coatings. The cost depends on the category, the cheapest are laminated chipboards, the most expensive is solid wood made of precious wood.

Included with the tabletop is a dining group made of furniture board

The color and cladding must be chosen, focusing on the style of the interior and the color of the furniture. For example, a panel of any color is combined with white cabinets, and only neutral shades are combined with green cabinets.

What is needed for work

Additional processing of the cut blank is not required, so only tools for installation are needed. These include a drill with nozzles, a screwdriver with a set of self-tapping screws. You should also purchase wood glue and sealant.

Self-cutting blanks with a hacksaw

If you are considering various options do-it-yourself countertops, among them there may be projects consisting of several parts. This happens when the table has a large length or complex shape. To connect fragments with outside usually use aluminum strips that completely close the gap. Most often they are mounted on self-tapping screws.

Similar overlays, flat and in the form of corners, also cover the edges if additional protection against mechanical damage is needed.

Brief installation instructions

Before installing the panel, prepare all floor cabinets, that is, simply install them in their places. The sink should be near sewer drain, hob - close to gas pipe or sockets.

Operating procedure:

coat the top ends or surfaces of cabinets with wood glue;
put ready product to the place intended for him;
check the accuracy of the location of the cut holes;
fasten the shield with screws or self-tapping screws using the corners.

In this way, the top panel will be stably fixed with glue and screws.

Window sill and table of the same design

There is usually a narrow gap between the wall and the table, which spoils the appearance of the structure and further creates inconvenience when cleaning the room. It is covered with furniture plinth. Modern models wall plinths consist of two parts, one of which is fixed on the table surface with self-tapping screws, the second (narrow bar) is decorative element. The visible edges of the installed bar are closed with end caps.

The nuances of working with chipboard

Chipboard boards are quite popular, especially when assembling economical kitchens, so pay attention to the following information.

Chipboard blanks are pasted over with a film on all sides

Suppose you have ready-made chipboard panels that need to be adjusted to specific dimensions or given a certain shape. When sawing into pieces, there may be a problem with maintaining the decorative layer. Chipboards differ from ordinary chipboards in that they are already covered with a melamine film - strong and wear-resistant, but tearing when sawing with a hacksaw.

professional processing circular saw

For delicate sawing, it is necessary to use a thin tool - a jigsaw or an electric jigsaw. The most aggressive way is the work of a grinder, in this case it should not be used. If you need to cut a large sheet, it is better to use a professional circular saw.

Work with an electric jigsaw at home

The technology of work is as follows: first, at the place of the cut, we make a sufficiently deep incision (3 mm) with a construction knife, then carefully saw along it with a jigsaw. We choose a file that tears the material on one side. A smooth edge can be maintained if the blade is preheated. To make the cut even, use a guide tape.

From educational videos you can learn interesting information on the processing and design of wooden furniture elements.

The principle of making a lining for any table:

Do-it-yourself wood worktop processing:

Homemade furniture in the kitchen interior:

Making a furniture board with plastic:

Using theoretical material, you can independently make a beautiful and reliable countertop made of wood or chipboard panels, if desired, additionally covering it with plastic. The main advantage of handmade furniture is exclusivity and unusual design. And remember that when questions arise, the advice of an experienced furniture maker will never be superfluous.

The kitchen is the place in the house where the furniture is constantly in contact with water to a greater or lesser extent. Based on this fact, the question will be quite obvious: how to protect your favorite furniture set from moisture. After all, everyone knows the sad consequences of contact between water and chipboard (even waterproof ones): bumps, swelling, mold, and with a long “union”, all this beauty, on which so much effort and money was spent, will simply rot.

So, let's define the places most at risk:

washing
built-in drying cabinet
plinth
furniture above the stove and located in close proximity to it
table top edges

And now let's decide what measures need to be taken to protect your kitchen and enjoy its "commodity" appearance for many years.

Proper installation of sink and faucet

As for the sink, I would recommend not to embed the faucet directly into the countertop, as the faucet may start to leak. An exception, perhaps, can be made for small taps from drinking water filters, since they are still used less often, and the water pressure is not so powerful, the gasket will last much longer. However, if you still decide to ignore my advice ( different situations there are, in IKEA, for example, sinks without holes for the mixer are sold) be sure to process the cut of the countertop! First, all dust must be carefully removed from the cut, and then it must be dried well with a hairdryer. Then apply a layer of diluted PVA glue, and after it dries, silicone. If its performance is possible, then it is better to choose transparent.

It is especially worthwhile to dwell on the processing of the cut of the countertop when installing the sink. It also needs to be protected as much as possible from water ingress. I must say that this is one of the weakest points of any kitchen, unless, of course, your countertop is made of stainless steel. So, from the cut, as well as when installing the mixer, you need to remove all the dust, then dry it thoroughly with a hairdryer. Then apply a sealant, it is better to choose a construction silicone sealant, which is designed specifically for waterproofing joints. It is a waterproof, non-aging silicone mass. It is used for sealing seams, cracks, sealing windows, doors. It colors well. Such sealants can be white, gray color or transparent. And here comes the most important rule: DO NOT spare the sealant, it directly depends on how long the countertop will last you. The inner radius of the seal, which is attached to the sink, should also be treated with silicone. Yes, and do not forget, before gluing the sealant, degrease the surface of the sink.

Among the people, there are several more ways to process sections: apply several layers of paraffin, PVA glue or varnish - until the countertop stops absorbing more and more layers of the substance you have chosen. Some "craftsmen" glue the cut with a self-adhesive film or wide adhesive tape. In any case, it is up to you which method to choose, but I would stop at progress.

If the countertop is swollen, then there is only one way to get rid of this flaw: change it under warranty for a new one. That is why, if you bought a ready-made kitchen, use the service assembly. Otherwise, the company will disclaim any warranty liability.

Dryer

To avoid water droplets on chipboard in a cabinet with a dryer, when buying the latter, pay attention to whether a special tray is attached to it. If this is not observed, then it is better to refuse to buy such drying, since water, draining from the plates and falling to the bottom of the cabinet, will inevitably cause damage to it. In addition, good ventilation is required here. It can be provided either by placing "leaky" facades, or by making a small through hole at the top of the cabinet, which can be given a noble look with a wire socket (these are quite often used in the manufacture of computer desks).

Kitchen plinth protection

Use a plastic kitchen plinth. This element performs the function decorative design the bottom of the kitchen furniture, closing the gap between the cabinet and the floor. Plastic plinths have a groove for fastening to the supports and a seal that protects against water and dirt. The plinth has a number of advantageous characteristics: light weight, ease of installation, wide range of colors, aesthetic appearance, heights of 100, 120 and 150 mm, and is also absolutely not afraid of moisture.

Wooden countertop for the kitchen in a rustic style

The smell of strong morning coffee fills the cozy kitchen. I want to be here all the time, inhale the aromas of freshly prepared food - fried meat, mushroom soup, sweet freshly baked muffin. Here you want to meet in the evening, for leisurely conversations after a working day, spend the weekend in pre-dinner chores for the family, or just sit when your family has already fallen asleep, with a cup herbal tea. Yes, right here, behind this wooden kitchen countertop - warm, cozy, welcoming... and seemingly eternal.

Cozy kitchen island design with wood countertops

The wooden countertop is one of the most good decisions for the kitchen, practical and convenient

How to make a countertop practical and durable? Both of these qualities are laid initially, at the stage of choosing a wooden surface.

The tabletop must be well sanded and finished. special composition before operation

What to look for when choosing a kitchen surface made of wood?

You can not use veneer, MDF, chipboard, you can only natural wood.
Has the meaning:

wood age;
cutting site;
storage conditions.

Products from glued wood are more flexible and resilient than analogs from solid wood.
Properly selected coating will protect the tree in harsh operating conditions in the kitchen. Before painting a wooden worktop with oil or other suitable composition, it is worth studying the available range of coatings, their properties, features. Even better is to test the selected product on a small piece of wood.
It is necessary to clearly define the methods of surface care, the possibility of recovery in case of damage.

For wooden countertops choose hardwoods

The wooden countertop must be smooth, durable, resistant to moisture, temperature, cuts. A product made from harder rocks will last longer. Classic options for kitchen worktops - oak or beech. More democratic countertops made of ash, pine, walnut, birch.

Since wood is not a moisture resistant material, part of the countertop adjacent to the sink can be replaced with an artificial stone surface.

Larch is good. Its dense wood is resistant to mechanical destruction, deformation. Gum in larch wood prevents the growth of fungi, decay, such properties are ideal for difficult kitchen conditions. Larch has important property give or absorb moisture when humidity conditions change.

Great option for a countertop - a raw piece of wood

Advantages of wooden surfaces over other types:

environmental friendliness;
beautiful texture;
a variety of colors, shades;
ease of processing, unlimited possibilities in creating different shapes, neat edge with the possibility of various milling;
ease of renewal and repair.

Glued wood plank top

Do not forget about the disadvantages:

requires more careful maintenance than other types of surfaces
periodic restoration is necessary;
high cost of material, expensive work on its processing.

Wooden tabletop must be protected from moisture so that it does not get wet and fungus does not appear.

In a situation with a tree, you need to remember that all the difficulties in selecting, caring for, repairing it will more than pay off with coziness, beauty and extraordinary sensations of comfort in the kitchen.

Solid wood top for dining table

Oil, wax or varnish?

Care and proper operation of a wooden countertop will extend its life

A well-made coating with good compositions will give the wooden table top a beautiful look, protect it from moisture, aggressive detergents.

In order for the countertop to last longer and retain its appearance, do not cut anything directly on the tree and do not check the surface for fire resistance and heat resistance

How to cover a wooden tabletop so that it serves as long as possible and at the same time remains beautiful?

Oil, wax.
Alkyd coatings.
Water dispersion compositions.

Depending on the coating, the same type of wood looks different: polyurethane gel, gloss varnish, wood oil

Ideal impregnation with oil, oil-wax. Oil, saturating the wood structure, gives it water-repellent properties. With quality processing good oil with wax, the tabletop becomes resistant to household chemicals, detergents, which are often used to wash kitchen utensils.

The ideal option for protecting a wooden countertop is a bio-impregnation based on natural vegetable oils and beeswax.

It is necessary to apply an oil coating either with a brush or a rag evenly over the entire surface

A special oil designed to impregnate wood that comes into contact with food will ensure environmentally friendly processing.

Oils for treating wood countertops can be vegetable, synthetic or mineral.

You can apply colored azure, stain, other water-dispersion coatings, followed by varnishing. The properties of the varnish used, its resistance to moisture, and the multi-layer coating are important.

The varnishing option is better because the wood is covered protective layer, which is much stronger than oil protection

A high-quality coating is carried out in several layers - in two or three, - regardless of the paint and varnish composition. Do not mix alkyd and acrylic coatings. Before covering the countertop with the main composition, it is important to choose the appropriate primer.

Training wooden table to varnishing

You can use a primer that matches the natural color of the wood, or a colored primer that matches the color of the lacquer that will be applied to the wood.

For maximum durability, you need to renew the coating one year after its application. The tool for "getting used" to the surface takes time at various temperature conditions. When exposed external conditions microcracks appear on the surface of the coatings, which are visually indistinguishable. Therefore, it will be useful to lightly sand the top layer and apply a new layer with the same composition.

We sand the surface and apply a layer of varnish along the wood fibers

Beech wood before and after treatment: on the left - untreated beech, in the center - after treatment with white oil, on the right - oil varnish

The quality of the coating can be tested in the following way: put a few drops of water on the countertop and observe how quickly they are absorbed. A good coating has excellent water-repellent properties.

The impact of water can only be short-term - otherwise the wood will have to be sanded and waxed again.

It is important to take into account the drying time of the compositions, it can vary from several hours to several days. Natural oils, acrylic mixtures have a long drying period or accumulate strength gradually over time, so it is important to limit the use of the countertop during the drying period.

It is impossible to protect wood from scratches, mechanical influences with paints and varnishes or oil compositions, so there is only one way out - to treat wooden countertops as carefully as possible.

Wooden countertops are the perfect solution for modern kitchens.

The slight carelessness of the wooden surface will give the kitchen ... humanity. Isn't that what we value the most? Humanity... Kitchen? Why not?

A place for a tree can be found in the kitchen in any style, it is only important to approach the matter correctly.

The wooden countertop in the kitchen is a beautiful and high-quality material that will decorate your kitchen

Video: Oil for working surfaces on larch

The kitchen is the heart of our home, a place where everyone visits at least once a day, and for many families it is also a place for daily gatherings of the whole family, cozy communication, intimate conversations. For many housewives, the kitchen is the place where they spend a huge part of their time, and the convenience and beauty of this place largely determines whether working in the kitchen will be a heavy duty or a joyful creative process.

When buying a kitchen, many people spend a lot of money on the kitchen itself and its equipment, but often do not pay due attention to such an important detail as the countertop. But it is the countertop that is used in the kitchen every day, comes into contact with food, is exposed to various influences, is cleaned and wiped many times more often than, for example, kitchen facades.
That's why long time even ardent adherents of natural materials in home decoration were inaccessible to such luxury as countertops made of natural wood. After all, when choosing a wooden countertop, many questions arose. First of all, how to properly protect a wooden countertop for a long time? How to cover a wooden countertop and how to care for it. Is it possible, if necessary, to update the appearance of the countertop, to remove traces of damage? In addition, the composition of the countertop coating is of particular importance, because it must be harmless to food that will be in direct contact with the countertop.

Now, to the great joy of those who want to get a wooden countertop, there is an ideal solution to all problems. Mir Pola offers the most environmentally friendly oil Top Oil with hard wax, developed specifically for wooden furniture and countertops, from the German manufacturer of natural wood preservatives OSMO.

+ For furniture and countertops (including kitchen ones)
+ Leaves wood pores open
+ Has a water repellent effect
+ Doesn't crack, peel or flake

Consumption: 1 liter per 12 m 2 in two layers

Product description
This oil contains a special combination of natural oils and waxes suitable for processing furniture and kitchen worktops. The wood remains natural, while emphasizing the natural color and structure of the wood.
The treated surface acquires wear resistance, dirt and water repellency. Any stains are easily removed from it. Areas subject to heavier loads are easy to renew. To do this, it is necessary to clean the damaged area from dirt and apply a new layer of countertop oil, while no differences from the previously treated surface will be noticeable. No sanding required!
Furniture and countertop oils are based on natural vegetable oils and waxes. Thanks to this, the pores of the wood remain open, and the coating is not subject to cracking, peeling and peeling.
The treated surface is resistant to cleaning agents, drink stains, water and complies with DIN 68861-1C.
Colorless countertop oil does not require special skills to apply.
You can enhance the gloss of the treated surface by additional polishing.

Oil base
Special combination of natural oils and waxes plant origin. deep penetration into the wood structure and protection against drying out. Vegetable oils do not interfere with the natural moisture exchange of wood, thereby reducing the risk of swelling and shrinkage.

Safety for health and the environment
As part of Osmo countertop oils there are no biocides and preservatives that adversely affect human health. The dried oil does not pose a danger to humans, animals and plants and complies with the German standard "Safety in case of possible contact with skin and saliva."
Osmo's strategy is to manufacture and sell products that are safe both during production and in operation.

Usage
Designed to protect wooden furniture, solid wood and laminated wood worktops (kitchen worktops, etc.). For indoor use. For tropical hardwood products, 1101 Klarwachs Hardwood Wax Oil is recommended.

Number of layers
When working with a brush, 2 coats are recommended. When applying oil with a rag or napkin, three to four layers are necessary.
1 layer is enough to update the coverage.

Preparatory work
Osmo paints and oils must be applied on a clean and dry surface (wood moisture content should not exceed 20%). At temperatures close to zero degrees and below, work is not recommended. This can lead to a significant increase in the consumption of Osmo paint and oil, as well as to the fragility of the coating.
When pre-treating a wooden surface with Osmo paints and oils, it is recommended to apply them to clean wood that has not been coated with other paints and varnishes. It is also possible to apply on an old open-porous coating, while it must be cleaned of dirt and dust. Old wood coverings ( conventional paints and varnishes) must be removed.
Small cracks and damage to the wood, if desired, should be leveled with wood fillers.
Sand the surface of the wood carefully, starting with a rough (coarse-grained) sandpaper and moving on to smaller ones. Finishing sanding is recommended to be done with paper grain P100-150 - for floors (walls, ceilings) and P180-320 - for furniture.
Immediately before applying the oil, it is required to remove wood dust and dirt, first with a broom, and then with a vacuum cleaner.
In rooms with high humidity, wood susceptible to blue stain (spruce, pine, etc.) is recommended to be treated with Holzprotektor water-repellent impregnation. Then apply a top coat of any Osmo interior paint.

Application
Oil with wax for furniture and countertops is already ready for use. Stir thoroughly before starting work! Dilution is not recommended! This can lead to the fragility of the coating and reduce the degree of protection of wood.
Application with a brush with natural bristles or a cloth that does not leave fibers, thin layer along the grain of the wood.
Leave to dry for 10-12 hours. Ensure good ventilation of the room.
Apply the second layer in the same way as the first and leave to dry for at least 10-12 hours.

When tinting furniture and countertops, use a transparent paint based on oils and waxes (colored oil) Dekorwatches Transparent(see instructions for use) then apply 2 top coats of oil for countertops according to the technology described above.

Drying time
It takes 8 to 10 hours to apply the next layer or the possibility of using a surface treated with oil for furniture and countertops. In the process of drying the oil, it is necessary to ensure the ventilation of the room, because. the oil dries out during the oxidation process and for this it is important to provide good access to oxygen.

Surface repair and restoration
No sanding is required to restore a surface coated with oil for furniture and countertops!
Clean the wooden surface from dirt and dust and apply oil in one layer. Let the new oil dry well. Polish as desired.

Shelf life
Osmo paints and oils have a shelf life of more than 5 years when stored in a tightly closed container (without oxygen) and in a dry place. Osmo paints and oils are frost resistant! At temperatures close to zero degrees and below, Osmo paint and oil thickens. In this case, before use, it is necessary to keep the oil at room temperature within 1 - 2 days.

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