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How to maintain your wooden cutting board?

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A crack in your wooden cutting board can happen quickly. The reason is simple: wood works, because it's a living material. Until then, nothing new under the coconut trees.

Your board can therefore crack and split at any moment. This is annoying because it's unsightly and impractical, but it can also harbor bacteria.

So how can you prevent your board from getting damaged?
There's no secret: to keep your wooden board healthy, it's essential to maintain it regularly. We'll tell you everything you need to know about caring for your wooden cutting board.


Daily Care: Cleaning After Use.

To begin with, one rule must be followed: daily care of your cutting board.

To do this, it's not rocket science. You simply need to clean your wooden cutting board thoroughly with a dish brush or sponge before rinsing it thoroughly. Dish soap is not required. However, it is strongly recommended after your board has been used to cut raw meat, poultry, or fish. After this, you should immediately wipe the board with a cloth before placing it vertically against a wall to allow it to dry thoroughly. Leaving it wet will cause the wood to warp, and your board could warp. Finally, it is strongly recommended not to put your wooden cutting board in the dishwasher. Contact with very hot water can cause the wood to crack or mold.

Oiling a Wooden Cutting Board

Cleaning your wooden cutting board thoroughly is necessary, but not sufficient. You should also take the time to nourish the wood: and nothing beats oiling your wooden cutting board.

1. Prepare your board for oiling: the deep bath

To pour oil onto your board, it's important that it bethoroughly cleaned with dish soap this time. Then, simply rinse thoroughly and dry your kitchen board so that it can absorb the oil well.

2. Oil your board effectively

A little oil is enough to work wonders. Even if your board is cracked, a little oil will help the wood heal and provide a layer of protection.

When oiling your board, it's recommended not to use just any oil, but rather to choose an odorless and tasteless oil. You can opt for  so-called drying oils  such as linseed oil, hemp oil, or walnut oil.

What you should avoid, however, is olive oil. The latter will tend to dirty the board and make it sticky.

H3 A conditioner for your wooden cutting board: beeswax

Not mandatory but highly recommended, it is possible to perform a final step to care for the wood of your board. You can coat your wooden cutting board with  beeswax. This treatment will create  an additional layer of protection  against water, bacteria, and other stains.

Regular maintenance for iron health

Prevention is better than cure! To ensure your wooden cutting board lives its best life, it's a good idea to take the lead by performing certain long-term maintenance procedures. For example:

  • It is recommended todeep clean your board with lemon juice and salt every 2 to 4 months. This gentle treatment will restore the wood's strength.
  • It is necessary to oil your board before using it for the first time.

By combining deep cleaning, daily cleaning, and oiling your wooden cutting board, your board's lifespan will undoubtedly be maximized. From there to enjoying a single wooden cutting board for life, it's only a small step!

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By Romain De Bona

03/03/2023
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