News — why can't i soak a wooden cutting board in water

If you soak a wooden cutting board in water for longer than about 5 to 10 minutes, the fibres start to swell, the board can warp or crack, and its lifespan can drop from 5 to 10 years down to just a year or two. So the best way to clean a wooden board is a quick wash with hot soapy water, a rinse, then drying it upright, not leaving it submerged. Why can't I soak a wooden cutting board in water? Wood is not like plastic or glass. It is a natural, porous material that moves when it absorbs...