Oak kitchen worktop as desk - oiling advice

[tony359]

Hello all

I’ve purchased an oak kitchen worktop which I am going to use as my desk.
Currently finishing it with danish oil.
I’m wondering if there is any advantage or disadvantage in leaving the bottom side untreated? I’d be tempted to leave it as is since nobody can see that. But just wondering whether sealing it may have any positive/negative effect.
Thanks!

tony

 

[eribaMotters]

On any solid timber you must treat both sides in a similar manner. If not then one side will breath more than the other and things will move, cupping usually being the result. Give the underside a couple of flood coats and then give a wipe over before 2nd is dry. Treat the top/show surface fully to get the finish and look you are after.

Colin

 

[tony359]

Thanks Colin, appreciated! I'm glad I asked the question!