end grain cutting board care

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When board is first removed from box, buff out with clean dry cloth to remove any excess finish. Before using, wipe off with wrung out soapy dish cloth or sponge. Your new End Grain Cutting Board is ready for use.

DAILY CLEANING

For health and safety, always begin food preparation with a clean surface and tools.

For cleanup after light use, such as slicing bread or prepping vegetables, wipe down wood cutting boards with hot, soapy water, then rinse with hot, clear water. Wipe up any excess water and allow to air dry, or pat dry with clean paper towels.

NEVER submerge cutting boards in sink of water. End Grain Wood is very porous and will soak up water, causing the cutting board to crack or warp

DO NOT put any hot pans, or cans or anything metal on board. 

DO NOT put in dishwasher.

DO NOT Put a wet board flat to dry. If the board dries on one side, it will cause the wood to warp.

DO NOT Use bleach. This will stain the wood and/or excessively dry the wood.

Please note that i do not recommend natural oils such as vegetable, corn, olive, peanut or walnut oil, as these are rich in fats that will eventually oxidize and go rancid, creating a foul smelling board. Also, never use standard mineral oil from a hardware store that is not rated as food safe, as that is meant for machine lubrication and not for contact with food

Regular Monthly Maintenance: 

I recommended you oil your cutting board every month or when dry to the touch.

Rub entire cutting board with supplied cutting board butter and let it soak in. Wipe off excess with a clean dry cloth. Let stand for 5-15 minutes before wiping off with a dry cloth or paper towel. Buff out to obtain a shiny finish. Never use vegetable based oils. They will go rancid over time and can cause a health hazard.

Wood products continue to live, breath, expand and contract as your environment changes. As your cutting boards acclimate, you may notice that the glue lines or wood fibers may rise. To make your cutting board feel like new again, rub the entire board with mineral oil. Use a finish sander and 320 wet/dry sandpaper, or apply hand pressure and sand in long strokes the length of the cutting board. The mineral oil acts as a lubricant and won’t clog the sandpaper. Wipe off the excel oil with a dry cloth or paper towel.