At J. Aaron we offer 3 wood sealers to accommodate any situation.
- Rubio Monocoat-Idea for working kitchens with sinks.
- Polyurethane-A durable top coat perfect for table tops and bar tops.
- Butcher Block Wax-Used on butcher block tops and cutting boards.
Maple Island Top Sealed With Monocoat
Rubio Monocoat
The Rubio Monocoat sealer is our recommended sealer for wood countertops (with or without sinks) because you can cut on the surface, it’s easy to repair and provides a high level of protection.
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- 100% VOC free.
- Penetrating wood sealer that protects from the inside.
- Gives the wood a natural look and feel.
- Easy to repair.
- Water resistant (works great on tops with sinks).
- Stain resistant.
- OK to cut on.
- Safe for food contact.
- Smells like bees wax when first applied.
Sapele bar top sealed with satin polyurethane topcoat.
Polyurethane
Polyurethane is an very hard, water resistant finish that doesn’t smother the wood’s natural texture. Ideal for both residential and commercial wood surfaces. This is our recommended finish for table tops and bar tops.
- Scratch resistant.
- High degree of water resistance.
- High stain resistance.
- Available in matte and satin sheen.
- Safe for food contact.
- UL Greenguard certified.
Walnut butcher block finished with butcher block wax.
Butcher Block Wax
The only product recommended for use on butcher block countertops which will be cut on.
- 100% food safe certified.
- Ideal butcher block tops and cutting boards.
- Smells great.
Sealer Comparison Chart
| Sealer Options | Stain/Water Resistance | Scratch Resistance | Certified Food Safe | Maintenance | Look | Ease Of Repair | Can Be Cut On | “GREEN” |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monocoat | Very Good | As tough as the wood | No, but fine for food contact | Once a year | Natural look and feel | Easy | Light cutting is OK | Yes |
| Poly | Excellent | Good | No, but fine for food contact | None | Has the look and feel of furniture | Advanced | No | Yes |
| Mineral Oil | Poor | As tough as the wood | Yes | 2-3 times a year | Natural look and feel | Easy | Yes | Yes |