Quote Originally Posted by Scott_Hodgskin View Post
Yes, I meant the fretboard rather than the frets themselves.

Grab is a very good description! Why do people use oils on the fretboard if it causes additional friction or grab?
Because if the fretboard is not sealed (like maple necks are) the fretboard can dry out, crack, give you pointy fret ends, etc. My guess would be you used too much. You just need a little on a cloth. Rub it in and then rub any excess off. As they said in days of yore: a little dab'll do ya.