On 24/05/10 20:50, js.b1 wrote:
Laminate is the toughest. Router the joints& waterproof glue. Use
something to protect the worktop re stains, or perhaps Dupont offer
something "repellant".

Wood is higher maintenance, and needs religuous use of cutting boards,
hot stands etc. Laminate is more forgiving of day to day without
maintenance apart from eventual replacement. Wood is good for
occasional use worktops, kitchen or breakfast area tables, built-in
tables and so on - if maintenance is likely to be less. Either that or
Osmo is your friend re hard wearing oil, wax-oil or wax transparent or
opaque finishes (you can buy samples as getting it right can be fun).

Thanks, I'll check out those products
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Tim Watts

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