Why choose a solid oak kitchen worktop?
Solid oak stands out as a reference wood species for kitchen design. Its exceptional mechanical strength allows it to withstand everyday impacts and heavy loads without warping. Its pronounced grain and light brown color bring an authentic character to your interior, whether your style is modern or classic.
Oak also offers excellent dimensional stability. This wood species resists variations in humidity very well, a major advantage in a room like the kitchen where temperature and moisture fluctuations are frequent.
Among the qualities of a solid oak kitchen worktop:
- durability: oak lasts for decades without losing its structural qualities;
- timeless aesthetics: its natural grain enhances each worktop;
- easy maintenance: an oiled finish protects the wood and simplifies daily cleaning.
An oak worktop can be harmonized with other elements of your kitchen such as solid oak shelves or an oak tabletop to create visual consistency in your space.
To preserve your solid oak kitchen worktop, it is necessary to apply oil regularly. This protection nourishes the wood fibers and forms a barrier against stains and moisture. Avoid placing hot pans directly on the surface and quickly wipe up water splashes to maintain the appearance of the wood over time.
What uses are suitable for a solid oak worktop?
The solid oak kitchen worktop is suitable for all types of kitchens, whether open-plan or closed. Its robustness makes it an ideal preparation surface for everyday cooking. It can support all types of heavy household appliances.
In a fitted kitchen, the oak worktop integrates perfectly with base and wall units. Its mechanical properties also make it possible to create self-supporting central islands or kitchen bars. For projects requiring technical cut-outs, solid oak can be machined precisely without risk of splintering.
This natural material withstands intensive use while retaining its warm appearance. It resists light everyday scratches and can be sanded and re-oiled if necessary after several years of use.
How to choose your oak worktop according to your project?
ilicut offers different configurations of solid oak kitchen worktops to suit your needs. Standard rectangular worktops are suitable for classic linear kitchens. If you are designing an L-shaped or U-shaped kitchen, opt for corner assemblies.
The thickness of the worktop influences its visual appearance and load-bearing capacity. Standard thicknesses (26 mm) meet the needs of most domestic projects. For a central island or bar that must support heavy loads, choose a greater thickness (40 mm for example).
The oiled finish offered by ilicut protects the wood in depth. This option applied in the workshop saves you finishing work after installation and ensures uniform protection of the surface.
ilicut custom cutting service for your oak worktop
Order your solid oak kitchen worktop to the exact dimensions of your kitchen thanks to the ilicut custom cutting service. You enter the precise measurements in the order form and validate your configuration. Our teams then cut your worktop with precision in our workshop in Burgundy.
You can define the exact dimensions of your worktop directly on our product pages, or opt for our online configurator to design custom shapes, add cut-outs for cooktops or sinks, and create corner assemblies.
Each worktop is carefully packaged to ensure protection during transport. Our partner carriers then ensure home delivery by appointment. This approach eliminates the constraints associated with store visits and transporting bulky panels.
To complete your layout, ilicut also offers other solid oak elements such as claustras to structure your spaces or parquet slats that will bring natural harmony to your interior.
