Wood Cutting Board Care Instructions

A wood cutting board is one of the most used kitchenware items.
We recommend conditioning your cutting board once a month.

Hand Wash Only:

1. Wipe the Wood Cutting Board with hot, soapy water.
2. Rinse it with hot water only.
3. Wipe it dry with a clean dish towel.
4. Store in a dry area.

Important: Never soak or fully submerge the Wood Cutting Board in water or place the Wood Cutting Board in the dishwasher.

Deodorize + Disinfect Using Vinegar:

Need: 

• White Vinegar
• Spray Bottle
• Clean Cloth

Instructions:

1. Pour white vinegar into a spray bottle.
2. Spray vinegar on the wood cutting board.
3. Let it sit for a few minutes.
4. Wipe it with a damp, warm cloth.
5. Let dry.

Use Baking Soda to Remove Stains + Deodorize:

Need:

• 2 Tablespoons Baking Soda
• 1 Tablespoon Salt
• 3 Tablespoons Hot Water
• Wet Cloth
• Dry Dish Towel

Instructions:

1. Combine and mix the Baking Soda, Salt, and Hot Water together.
2. Use the mixture to scrub the entire surface of the cutting board.
3. Then wipe it with a warm wet cloth, and dry it with a dish towel.

Clean with Coarse Salt and Lemon:

Need:

• Warm Wet Cloth
• Coarse Salt
• Half a Lemon
• Scrub Brush

Instructions:

1. Dampen the wood cutting board with a warm cloth.
2. Sprinkle coarse salt over the dampened cutting board.
3. Cut a lemon in half.
4. Squeeze the half-cut lemon over the board to let the lemon juice out.
5. Let the mixture stand for five minutes, and use a scrub brush to remove the excess.

Refurbishing Wood Cutting Board - Removing Knife Marks

Need:

• Sand Paper Grit - 100
• Sand Paper Grit - 180
• Sand Paper Grit - 240
• Wood Cutting Board Conditioner

Instructions:

1. Sand the board with the coarser 100-grit.
2. Sand with 180-grit.
3. Finish with the fine 240-grit.
4. Once you are done with sanding, wash the board, let it dry, and then use a Wood Cutting Board Conditioner.

Cutting Board Conditioning Options

We recommend treating the board frequently to repel food particles and prevent stains and cracks.

It’s best to treat the board at least once a month. Treat twice a month if used often.

Important: Make sure your cutting board is both Clean + Completely Dry before applying any of the following conditioning options.

AVOID VEGETABLE OR NUT-BASED OILS:

Do not use vegetable or nut-based oil on your cutting board because it will spoil and become rancid.

This will leave your Wood Cutting Board with an unpleasant smell that will noticeably change the taste of the food you prepare.

Use Food-Safe Mineral Oil, typically purchased at a local drug store or major retailer.

Mineral Oil  |  Cost Effective + Most Commonly Used:

Need:

• Cloth for Oiling
• Food-Safe Mineral Oil
• Dry Cloth

Instructions:

1. Apply the mineral oil using a clean cloth and spread it evenly over the wood cutting board.
2. Let the oil set in for a few hours or set it overnight.
3. Afterward, wipe the excess oil off using a dry cloth.

Beeswax + Mineral Oil Combo:

Need:

• Small Saucepan
• Heat Safe Spoon/ Spatula
• 1/4 Cup Beeswax - chunked
• 1 Cup Food Safe Mineral Oil
• Sealable Heat Proof Jar
• 2 cloths: 1 for paste + 1 for drying

Instructions:

1. Combine the Beeswax and Mineral Oil in a Small Saucepan on low heat.
2. Stir constantly on low heat until the beeswax is completely dissolved. Too high of a temperature will cause the beeswax to discolor.
3. Remove from heat once dissolved and combined. Let stand for a minute.
4. Pour the mixture into a sealed jar and let cool for a few hours, stirring once or twice every hour to ensure it is well blended. If you skip the stirring, the mixture won’t be as homogenous.
5. After being blended and cooled, using a small cloth, rub the paste on the wood cutting board until it is absorbed and let it stand for 5-15 minutes.
6. With a clean cotton cloth, buff in a circular motion until the finish is smooth.