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If you care for a sustainable wooden chopping board properly with gentle hand washing, thorough drying and oiling every 3 to 4 weeks, it can last 5 to 10 years or longer while staying hygienic and looking smart on your kitchen worktop. In this guide we’ll show you exactly how to care for sustainable wooden cutting boards, using specific steps that work on bamboo and acacia boards like the Deer & Oak range. Daily care: how to clean a sustainable wooden chopping board The best way to care for a wooden chopping board each day is simple: wash by hand,...

If you want your eco-friendly Moso bamboo chopping board to last 5 to 10 years, the best way to clean it after use is to wash it within 2 minutes with warm water and mild washing up liquid, scrub for about 30 seconds, rinse thoroughly, then dry upright for at least 1 hour so moisture can escape from both sides. Step by step: how to clean a bamboo chopping board after use Here is a simple routine you can follow every time you use your bamboo cutting board. It works for all Deer & Oak boards, including our Large Bamboo...

If you want your bamboo chopping board to last 5 to 10 years, you should season it with food safe mineral oil for 10 to 15 minutes the first time you use it, then repeat a light oiling every 3 to 4 weeks. Seasoning a bamboo board is simply the process of cleaning, drying and oiling it so the eco-friendly moso bamboo stays hydrated, resists stains and does not warp or crack. Step by step: how do you season a bamboo chopping board? Seasoning a bamboo cutting board is very simple. You only need a clean cloth, mild washing up...

If you are in the UK and want the best food safe oil for wooden cutting boards, the most reliable choice is a pure, colourless, food grade mineral oil applied every 3 to 4 weeks in a thin 1 to 2 mm layer. For extra protection, many home cooks also add a wax finish made from mineral oil and natural beeswax every 2 to 3 months. Why food grade mineral oil is the best choice in the UK When you are choosing the best food safe oil for wooden cutting boards in the UK, there are three things that matter:...