On May 25, 11:42*pm, GMM wrote:
I fitted an oak worktop two years ago, with some trepidation

How did it stand up to objects being dragged on it, standing water,
direct cutting (carrot stains), regular wipedown & surface
disinfectant sprays?

My mother's 1984 laminate has actual abrasions through the fake block
oak, and invariably has standing water until it dries. Whilst a
cutting board is obvious, laminate will tolerate "mistakes" and the
above "wet world" whereas I suspect solid wood could be a significant
mistake.