What do I use on an Ash worktop?

[Smiffy]

I am just about to make my first ASH kitchen worktop.

What is the best oil to use and what is the technique to apply it?

Basic stuff I know, but the wood is costing a bit and I want to get it right.

P.s Try not to refer to any brand name oils, as I may not manage to find it in the Uk.

[Ben from Vic.]

Smiffy.

I can recommend Rustins Danish oil, it's easy to apply and food safe.

Their based in London (Waterloo Rd to be exact) so they should be available.

http://www.rustins.co.uk/

It's applied the same as other oils (i think), generous first coat, buff of excess, let it dry, followed by a couple of lighter coats, also buffed out.

It's (almost) that easy.

I have Kevin Ley's book on furniture making (It's fantastic), and I see he has tin on his shelf.

Hope this helps

Ben.

[Smiffy]

Danish oil is mentioned quite a lot in the info I have found as the stuff to use to maintain the worktop.
I suppose it makes sense that this is what is used as the primary application, and it is easily available too.

I was not sure about how to apply it though, and your reply is all I need. Thanks

I have ordered the book you suggest too.

Thanks a lot.

Ray Smith.