News — how often should you oil a wooden chopping board

If you use your board most days, you should oil a wooden chopping board every 3 to 4 weeks, and always as soon as the surface starts to look dry, rough or pale. In the first 2 to 3 months with a brand new board, oiling once a week helps the fibres fill and seal properly so your board lasts 5 to 10 years or more. Why oiling your wooden chopping board matters Wood is naturally porous. Without regular oiling, a wooden chopping board can dry out, warp or crack, and will soak up water and food juices more easily....