The smell of freshly oiled oak

Many people, us included, love the smell of freshly oiled oak. 

During our time in the shop we had some customers that admitted to popping in just to smell the newly oiled oak furniture but, love it or hate it, it is certainly distinctive. 

Unless otherwise requested, our oak furniture is finished with oil to offer protection to the piece while retaining the natural character of the wood. This natural oiled finish and the oak itself can create an odour. The majority of wood finishes have an odour whether it be paints, lacquers, waxes or oil. 

The smell of any finish will lessen in time but if you really dislike the smell you could try putting the oiled furniture outside or into a well ventilated room after unpacking it, on most occasions this will help the smell to diminish. Remember to open any drawers or cupboard doors. If this does not reduce the smell and you still find it quite prominent you could use a damp but well wrung out lint free cloth to wipe down the surface. 

To maintain an oiled finish you should give your furniture the occasional coat of oil but use a light coat if you dislike the smell and again, leave the furniture outside to dry or in a well ventilated room.