News — wooden cutting board care

No, you should not put a wooden cutting board in the dishwasher. Even a single 70°C dishwasher cycle can warp, crack and strip the natural oils from wood, cutting its lifespan from 5 to 10 years down to just 1 to 2 years. If you want a board that lasts, you need to hand wash it and choose a board designed for that kind of care. Why you should keep wooden boards out of the dishwasher Wood and dishwashers simply don’t get along. A dishwasher uses high heat, aggressive detergents and long soak times. Wood prefers short contact with warm...

If you want to know how to oil wooden cutting board properly, the simplest rule is this: apply a thin coat of food safe mineral oil every 3 to 4 weeks, or whenever your board looks dry, and let it soak for at least 20 minutes before wiping off the excess. Done regularly, this routine can help a quality board like the Deer & Oak Large Bamboo Board last 5 to 10 years of daily use. Why you need to oil a wooden cutting board Wood and bamboo are natural materials that slowly dry out. Without oil, they start to...