Make sure to wipe the cutting board dry after washing. If the stain doesn’t come out in the first try you should wipe it down dry and then try again. Repeat until the stain is removed.

I would recommend at least an edge grain cutting board for oak, just don’t waste your time with face grain. But realistically, if you’re after a quality cutting board, end grain is the way to go.Whenever possible in Lifetimber products I use second life timber that has had a previous life as something else, is reclaimed or salvaged or often was waste or offcuts from another project or woodworker. Most of the wood that I use is reclaimed or offcut hardwoods that are naturally slow growing. This timber is always beautiful and often has character that means it was hard for others to use. I always work with the natural beauty of the wood, highlighting, celebrating and enhancing the natural flaws, knots and patina. A cookie set by YouTube to measure bandwidth that determines whether the user gets the new or old player interface. Oak is generally regarded as a good material for cutting boards. Oak is a hardwood so can withstand the slicing effect of a knife. However; some people regard the large pores found on oak wood as a trap for bacteria growth. Whilst this is potentially true, it can be easily counteracted by sealing and thoroughly washing an oak cutting board on a frequent basis. How do you seal an oak cutting board? End grain cutting boards are by far the best option. They are very tough and unlikely to deform very easily, but more importantly their very composition is actually much better for the blade of your knife. Cutting boards come in a huge variety of materials. Each has slightly different properties and very different price tags.

Never use a dishwasher, the heat can warp the wood, especially if it’s a cheaper face grain cutting board (although I would always recommend buying an end grain for oak boards). So applying a cutting board oil shouldn’t change the tint of your board, therefore all you need to look for is a quality oil that’s easy to apply and provides plenty of moisture resistance. It’s much the same principle as sealing a wooden kitchen work-top and is pretty easy to do. As long as you have a small tub of an adequate sealant in your house you can easily seal a cutting board in just a matter of minutes.Use a lint-free cloth to apply the oil to the cutting board, move in circular motions along the board until the oil has been evenly applied and allow the oil to soak in and dry.

The kiln-dried process that our chopping boards go through ensures that they are ideal for interior use and will have minimal further movement in the future. Your chopping board will come hand sanded to a smooth finish and will be sent with a food-safe protective Board Butter (a blend of natural beeswax and food-grade oils, all produced and sourced in Wales). NID cookie, set by Google, is used for advertising purposes; to limit the number of times the user sees an ad, to mute unwanted ads, and to measure the effectiveness of ads. Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. For a good quality oak cutting board you can’t go far wrong with this end grain board from TPA Wood. Available with personalised engraving – any text or font, choose an image or send us your own. These are the perfect gift for birthdays, anniversaries or Christmas.

This helps to prevent anything penetrating into the wood which can cause staining, but also harbor the growth of bacteria. An important step of owning any decent wooden cutting board is that from time to time you will need to seal the surface. If you treat your board with a good sealing oil every 2-3 months that should help to prevent any serious staining from occurring.

Unlike some oils you might use on surfaces like a kitchen worktop, oil used for cutting boards is often colorless. It’s a hard wearing board and a handy size at 16 x 12 inches. The finish is very attractive and being an end grain board it’ll be gentle on your knife blades whilst retaining its strength. I’ve given my recommendations for oak cutting boards to buy below. How to wash an oak cutting boardStorage & organisation Furniture Textiles Kitchenware & tableware Kitchens Lighting Decoration Rugs, mats & flooring Beds & mattresses Baby & children Smart home Bathroom products Laundry & cleaning Plants & plant pots Home electronics Home improvement Outdoor living Food & beverages Christmas Shop Shop by room Never leave a wooden cutting board to soak in soapy water. This can lead to warping and the wood could even begin to rot. My oak cutting board recommendation Many people look for more than just practically alone when it comes to cutting boards. They are often a style item, an accessory that helps to improve the look of a kitchen. I try to use every piece of timber, so the boards do vary in size. They are treated with a food safe oil.