Maintenance

AFTER THE INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE
The pre-oiled work surface is sealed once at the factory with a WOCA worktop oil, prior to installation 1 additional coat of oil needs to be applied to the top and bottom - 2 coats for sanded work surfaces. During installation all raw cut edges are to be oiled a minimum of 3 times (up to 5 with a Belfast Sink).

USING THE WORK SURFACE
For daily cleaning we recommend a solution of warm water and a drop of washing up liquid, soak a cloth in the solution, wring out and wipe the work surface down or use the WOCA Wood Cleaner Spray as per video below.

For monthly maintenance, we recommend using WOCA Oil Refreshing Soap, as shown in the video below:

If your worktop is heavily soiled, follow the deep cleaning procedure using WOCA Intensive Wood Cleaner.

If your worktop has stubborn stains, such as coffee or red wine, we recommend using WOCA Wood Stain Remover for effective cleaning.

For stains caused by a tannin reaction, please use WOCA Tannin Spot Remover for effective treatment.

REMEMBER:
• Don't use concentrated soap/detergent.
• Don't allow surplus water from wet cloths, cups, plates, vases etc. to remain on the worksurface.
• Don't use rough steel wool or rough sandpaper on the surface. If polishing is necessary, please use fine sandpaper min 240 grit or finer.
For the first year you should treat the top and accessible edges of the worktop with worktop oil on a bi-annual basis, not forgetting the underside of areas above a dishwasher door. Failure to do this may result in the worktop warping. When placing hot pots or pans on the worktop a heat protective mat or coaster should be used. In general use the worktop should be kept clean by wiping over with a water dampened cloth. Don't use abrasive cleaners.

Never leave standing water on the surface - always wipe it dry

REPAIRS
If you have to repair the work surface for any reason, you can sand back a section locally and re-polish/re-oil with 400 grit sandpaper.