Care Summary
1.
Please do not leave your board in standing water. This will cause your board to swell unevenly.
2.
Please do not wash your board in the dishwasher, and don't put it in the microwave or oven.
3.
Treat your board with a mixture of mineral oil and beeswax at least once a month (more during winter heating season).
4.
Do not use edible oils such as olive or vegetable oil for board treatment. They make the wood bitter and this will transfer to your food.
5.
When you treat your board, treat all sides evenly. Treating only one side of the board will cause it to warp.
Dish Soap
You can safely wash your board with dish soap and water after use. After you wash it, be sure to pat it dry with a clean towel.
Dish Soap
You can safely wash your board with dish soap and water after use. After you wash it, be sure to pat it dry with a clean towel.
White Vinegar
White vinegar can be used to kill a wide variety of bacteria and viruses. Great for people who are allergic to chemicals.
Hydrogen Peroxide
After cleaning with white vinegar, use a 3 % solution of hydrogen peroxide and water, then rub it into your board.
Diluted Bleach
To strongly disinfect, mix 1 liter of water to 1 cup of bleach, and wipe cutting surface down. After, rinse with water and let it dry in an upright position.
Lemon Juice
To neutralize strong odors, rub your board in lemon juice, wait a few minutes then wash the board with water and dry it with a clean cloth.
Salt and Baking Soda
Spread salt and baking soda on the board, let it sit for a few minutes before brushing it off and rinsing it with water.
How to Wash and Disinfect
It is generally unnecessary to disinfect your board beyond washing and treating it with mineral oil and beeswax. But if you want to get rid of unwanted smells or do a deep cleaning, you can follow these methods. In all cases, be sure to thoroughly dry your board with a dry towel.
When to Use Treatment?
1.
When the board gets brighter
2.
When light spots appear on the board.
3.
The board feels dry and rough.
4.
You can feel invisible splinters on the sides of your board.
5.
Water is absorbed into the wood, instead of pooling on top as it should.
Cracks
If your board gets cracks, mix 1 part beeswax to 1 part mineral oil and fill in the cracks.
Warped Board
If your board is warped, it got too much moisture on one side. To fix it, you should oil the concave side every day.
Food Stains​
If you leave wet food on the board for a long time, it will stain. To fix it, let the board dry and sand it with a fine sandpaper.
Dents and Gouges​
If your board gets a dent, grind it with sandpaper until the surface is even, then treat with oil.