How to Care for Your Wood Cutting/Charcuterie Board

How to Know Your Board is Ready for Board Butter

After each use, wipe debris off the board. Wash the board with warm dish soap and water on both sides. Dry with a cloth or paper towel. Finally, stand on the board's edge so that both sides are exposed to air to avoid any warping.

If the board was used to cut raw meat, sanitize the board by spraying a mix of one part vinegar with three parts water onto the board and follow-up with cleaning steps above.

Regular Maintenance

It is recommended that the board be treated (depending on use) at least every month. Test your board by sprinkling a few drops onto its surface. If the water does not bead, it is ready for a coat of board butter. We use a blend of mineral oil and beeswax.

Spread board butter onto the surface of the board with a lint free cloth or paper towel in a circular motion on both sides. Let the product sit on the board for approximately 30 minutes then, wipe of the excess.

How do I Remove Stains

To remove odors, rub a coarse salt into the board with half lemon. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, then wash/dry the board as done with regular maintenance.

How do I Remove Odors

To remove stains, rub a mixture of baking soda and water (form a paste) onto the board in a circular motion until stains disappear.

DOs

• Use food grade mineral oil to treat the board.

• Use beeswax or a combination of mineral oil and beeswax as an additional treatment.

DON'Ts

• Do not use steel wool or chemical cleaners.

• Do not submerge in water or put in the dishwasher.

• Do not place hot pots on the board.

• Do not use serrated blades.

• Do not use any vegetable oils on the board as they can get rancid.

We know that you want your board to last as long as possible so, follow these tips for the best chances of passing a beautiful board on from generation to generation.