Wood worktops

I have oak worktops made to measure from Worktop Express. I love them and since I got them, five years ago, they've been reliable and trouble free.

You have to look after them, that's all. I've never let splashes lie on them too long - so always mop dry after using the sink. I use Osmo Top Oil (an oil/wax mixture) regularly. I think you really need to oil frequently at first until they have a good protective finish on them, then just apply six-monthly.

Charleygirl5 my daughter's wooden worktops have suffered the same fate. They were re-done and looked good for a bit, but now look pretty shabby again. We have granite, beautifully crafted, expensive, yes but easy to maintain and will last us out. And proving cheaper in the long run.

Friends of mine have a large kitchen and have wooden worktops. Through carelessness the area around the kitchen sink is almost ruined because the area got wet so often and zilch was done. The H has recently oiled the surfaces and it has taken x3 attempts. I personally would not do it, you are making a rod for your own back but the end result does look good.