News — what is the best way to oil a wooden cutting board

The best way to oil a wooden cutting board is to apply a thin, even coat of food safe mineral oil every 4 to 6 weeks, leave it to soak for at least 20 minutes, then wipe off any excess so the surface feels dry, not greasy. Done regularly, this simple routine can help a quality board last 5 to 10 years or more. Why oiling matters for wooden and bamboo boards Wood and bamboo are naturally porous. Every time you wash your board, a little moisture leaves the fibres. If you never replace that moisture with oil, the surface...