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What is the best way to sanitize a wooden cutting board?
The best way to sanitize a wooden cutting board is to wash it within 5 minutes of use with hot water at about 60°C and washing up liquid, then disinfect with either white vinegar or a 1:10 bleach solution, and let it air dry upright for at least 8 hours. Done properly, this routine helps a quality board like the Deer & Oak Large Bamboo Board (45x35cm, 1.8kg) stay hygienic for 5 to 10 years of daily cooking. Why wooden boards need a specific sanitising routine Wood behaves very differently to plastic. It is naturally porous and can absorb small...
How to deep clean wooden cutting board with baking soda?
If you want to know how to deep clean wooden cutting board with baking soda, the simplest method is to scrub 2 tablespoons of baking soda into the board for 2 to 3 minutes, leave it for 5 minutes, then rinse and dry upright for at least 12 hours. Done properly once a month, this routine can help a quality board last 5 to 10 years. Why baking soda works on wooden boards Baking soda is mildly alkaline and gently abrasive. On a wooden or bamboo cutting board it helps in three clear ways: Lifts stains from foods like beetroot,...
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...
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...