News — how often to oil chopping board UK

If you live in the UK and use a wooden or bamboo board regularly, you should oil your chopping board every 3 to 4 weeks, or as soon as it starts to look dry, rough or lighter in colour. For heavy daily use, especially in a busy family kitchen, aim for once every 2 weeks to keep the board sealed, food safe and less prone to cracking. How to tell when your chopping board needs oiling Rather than guessing, use three simple checks: Water test: Sprinkle a teaspoon of water on the board. If it beads up, the oil is...