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If your wooden or bamboo chopping board looks pale, rough or “thirsty”, you can usually restore it in under 30 minutes with 10 to 20 ml of food safe mineral oil. The key is to clean, dry, then apply thin, even coats of oil until the board stops absorbing it. How to restore a dry chopping board with oil: step by step Below is a simple method we use on Deer & Oak boards like the 45x35cm, 1.8kg Large Bamboo Board (DNO-BCB-LG) and the 2.1kg Large Acacia Board (DNO-ACB-LG). It works on most untreated or tired looking kitchen boards. 1....

If you want your wooden or bamboo chopping board to last 5 to 10 years, the simplest method is to clean it with hot soapy water after every use, then oil it with food safe mineral oil every 3 to 4 weeks, or whenever the surface looks dry. That routine keeps the board hygienic, stops it cracking and helps it resist stains and smells. How to clean a chopping board properly after everyday use Good cleaning is the first step in keeping a chopping board safe in a busy kitchen. Whether you use a 45x35cm Deer & Oak Large Bamboo...

If you want to know how to disinfect a chopping board properly, the most reliable method at home is to wash it in hot water at around 60°C with washing up liquid, then disinfect with either a 1:20 thin bleach solution or white vinegar, and allow it to air dry upright for at least 30 minutes. Done like this after every use with raw meat, a quality wooden or bamboo cutting board can stay hygienic for 5 to 10 years. Why proper chopping board disinfection matters Your kitchen board is one of the busiest surfaces in your home. Raw chicken,...

If you want to clean a wooden chopping board properly, wash it by hand within 2 minutes of use with hot water and mild washing up liquid, then dry it upright for at least 12 hours before storing. Never soak it or put it in the dishwasher, or you can warp or crack the wood in as little as 3 to 6 months. Why wooden chopping boards need different care Wood behaves differently to plastic or glass. It absorbs a little water, it can swell and shrink, and it benefits from regular oiling. That might sound like extra work, but...