Does OSMO Top Oil leave a residue on the counter top like mineral oil does?
742467
No. It is not an oil but a liquid wax that penetrates and seals. ( I suspect it has some tung oil in the formula) It dries quite hard and resists water bit don't leave a wet sponge or soap dish with water residue in the same place or you will have some discoloration. Apply thinly, let set a bit, wipe off excess and repeat again in 16-24 hours until you like the level of sheen. It beautifully brings out any irridescent qualities in the grain. I've used in on Ikea butcher block counters with very good results. Does not pick up dust and grime as mineral oil can sometimes do.
742468
Not if you buff it well and let it dry. It will actually harden. This is not appropriate for non-porous stone (like polished granite or marble), but only for porous surfaces (slate, paperstone, etc.).
742469
No, once this product dries there is no oily finish or residue left on the surface.
742470
No. It is not an oil but a liquid wax that penetrates and seals. ( I suspect it has some tung oil in the formula) It dries quite hard and resists water bit don't leave a wet sponge or soap dish with water residue in the same place or you will have some discoloration.Apply thinly, let set a bit, wipe off excess and repeat again in 16-24 hours until you like the level of sheen. It beautifully brings out any irridescent qualities in the grain. I've used in on Ikea butcher block counters with very good results. Does not pick up dust and grime as mineral oil can sometimes do.
742471
No, it dries or more accurately, cures completely. It's pricey, but looks great, goes a long way and is very nice to work with.
742472
Agree with posted comments. We have black Richlite counters which are porous and stain easily. Osmo oil has worked better than the installer's attempt at sealing. Make sure to apply it with a lint free cloth. If applying two coats be sure to wipe down between coats with tack cloth and allow it to dry completely. No, it does not leave a residue like mineral oil.
742473
Osmo dries hard, and does not leave a residue. It is a much more protective finish than mineral oil as well.
25373
Don't know, the piece I cleaned didn't have grease or oil stains. I used it to remove the gray patina that happens to teak when left out in the elements!
1912919
A couple of years ago the mineral oil was not listed in the contents. It was always there; but the former owners of the company didn't reveal that. It was one of those "secret ingredients." Although it is a different product, Coca Cola doesn't tell people the secret ingredients in their bottles. Anyways, the current company says that O'Keefe's isn't "Oil based." That isn't the same as saying "oil-free." But, a lot of us were fooled thinking that "Not oil based" really meant oil-free. At least, the O'Keefe's Foot Cream is a great, bleeding crack healer.
1163190
Don't know. I've tried others but settled on Young Living and distilled water only. I sit diffuser on kitchen counter and other oil left it sticky from droplets. Both tend to leave diffuser hazed on the inside so I clean it often.
1348278
Links on this page [ http://www.hoppes.com/global/customer-service/msds ] would suggest it is white mineral oil. Interesting.
865134
Mine is the same way. We have hard water in this area so I figure the residue is left over minerals after the water is boiled away. I just wipe with a paper towel. It hasn't been a problem.
1297048
We use a regular granite and stone counter top sealer/cleaning spray twice a month. Seems to be doing the job!
729504
Olive oil is "slippery" and most likely this top would not adhere well to the insides of the original container. In addition, olive oil does not have a long "shelf life" and would serve better in small batches.
215594
We had a house with a butcher block countertop and the guy who installed it recommended this oil as being the best. I was told it is maple oil. The product is great, looks and feels like oil but it needs to be applied every other month to keep the wood looking beautiful. I used up all the bottles. In the meanwhile, we moved to another house, so I never needed to order the product again. But I was very pleased with it.
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Mineral oil, also known as soft paraffin, is the liquid form of petrolatum. All of these ingredients consist of mixtures of hydrocarbons that are byproducts of crude petroleum distillation; thus they are all actually organic, natural ingredients. ... Mineral oil reduces TEWL (transepidermal water loss) by 40%, is equally as occlusive as coconut oil and more occlusive than linoleic acid, yet it does not induce acne. Mineral oil and petrolatum provide inhibition of excessive inflammatory activity superior to 1% hydrocortisone is treating soap induced contact irritant dermatitis conducted by this author. It has also been documented these ingredients have anticarcinogenic and mild antibacterial effects. Many of these misconceptions regarding safety and efficacy of these ingredients are directly related to the quality of the grade. Technical grade is the least unpurified form of the oil, and is commonly used by machinists to lubricate engines and equipment. It is known to induce contact reactions in 10-50% of the machinists. Cosmetic grade is a more purified option. The highest standard is United States Pharmacopeia (USP) pharmaceutical grade, which indicates that it is essentially free of impurities. ... I am not horrified by Mineral oil. But you can do what is right for you. Thanks!
486966
It really depends on the viscosity of the oil. If too thick then, no, because it is going through a small opening/valve. If, however, the oil is similar to a light salad oil, then I'd say yes, assuming that residue doesn't harden and cake up.
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Tom, I'm afraid I could only guess-supposing you are concerned with any oil base products in your growing-understood. I know these things do dissipate between the oil and water mixtures sometimes used as adhesive...but, again, have no idea how those units were contained. I do know I'd prefer buying them locally in future as they are much cheaper over-the-counter...hope this helps a wee bit... R
2214112
Yes...it needs several coats of mineral oil before using it. We are very happy with this product
632634
I have not seen any residue but I always use a little clear vinegar in mine due to hard water (1 Tsp.)
1969993
I am happy to help with your question. I use "Cerama Bryte" Stainless Steel Cleaning Polish and Conditioner, it contains mineral oil. I received a 2 fl. oz bottle with my Frigidaire ceramic and stainless steel cooktop (also purchased through Amazon). I see that they sell the Cerama Bryte on Amazon also. Its easy application to ss surfaces. I use it on my Breville toaster oven too. It works very nicely since its a creamy liquid that I apply to a small piece of paper toweling wipe it on your surface and just wipe it off with a dry paper towel. That way there is no over-spray. It shines. I hope this helps.
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We have a wood kitchen counter top and have used Osmo on it without any problems. And the packaging says it is made from natural oils. I don't know if it is suitable for scenarios where there is sustained contact with food. Maybe a good idea to call the company if the intended use is for food containers.
2012784
I believe so. It comes with extra oil you apply before use. Takes an hour max, but the result is a surface that is VERY resilient to foods/liquids. Considering some complaints I have read about the classic finish, that's a plus.