New cutting board this is what you need to know!
There are a few things you should know about your new cutting board. I have listed them below. We will discuss how to maintain and clean your cutting board and how to keep it in good condition for a long time. Enjoy reading!
Maintenance
Wood is a natural product and is therefore sensitive to moisture. To reduce this, keep it well oiled. I use walnut oil myself. Always choose an oil that is also edible, such as coconut, grape seed, or sesame oil. Never use olive oil. Olive oil does not dry and becomes rancid over time.
With regular use, you will need to oil it occasionally, but this is easily accomplished.
Simply apply oil to the board and rub it in, then remove the excess oil with a paper towel. You can also choose to let it soak in a little longer, which means you will need to do this less often.
Cleaning your board
Cleaning the board is almost as simple as cleaning any other cutting board. Warm water and scrubbing. If it is dirty, clean it with soap, but this can remove the oil more easily. For natural cleaning, salt and lemon juice are recommended. Sprinkle some salt over the board, cut a lemon in half, and use the flesh side to scrub away any unpleasant odors. (This is handy if you have a piece of lemon left over from baking or cooking.)
After washing the board, dry it thoroughly and store it vertically.
Warning! The cutting board is not dishwasher safe!
Process of oiling
I oil my cutting board when it starts to look a little dull, and when I see that the wood is retaining moisture.
- Clean the board thoroughly and let it dry completely.
- Pour a generous amount of oil onto the board and spread it over the entire surface, including the sides. The underside does not need to be oiled as often, unless you also use that side. I personally follow the rule of oiling the top three times for every time I oil the bottom.
- Allow the oil to soak in, preferably for a longer period rather than a shorter one. I usually leave it overnight. The next morning, wipe off the excess oil with a paper towel or dry cloth.
- And voilà, the cutting board is like new!
You can work with sharp knives on this cutting board, but try to use serrated knives as little as possible, as they leave deep scratches. This isn’t a big deal, but it does mean that the board needs to be sanded now and then to remove the scratches. I always do this with 120-grit sandpaper. I’m also happy to do it for you. Just send it to me, and I’ll return it to you as good as new.
Enjoy your cuttingboard!