Food safe wooden chopping board care
Your wooden chopping board is made from kiln-dried European or English oak, and will contain a low level of moisture. This ensures the wood is as stable as possible with a minimal risk of cracking or warping. Wood is naturally hygroscopic, meaning that its moisture content varies depending on local humidity levels.
When you receive your board, it will have been comprehensively treated with Brandon Bespoke Wax Oil Treatment – a combination of natural oils and waxes. The treatment not only protects your board but enhances it too; the oil highlights the grain and the protective wax finish provides a subtle sheen. The finish, as well as protecting against bacteria, also inhibits the ingress of moisture which could result in cracking.
Natural Protection With Mineral Oil & Beeswax
In order to maintain the beauty and durability of your wooden chopping board it needs to be periodically oiled. The finish we apply primarily contains food-grade white mineral oil and beeswax, and along with other natural oils and waxes, provides solvent-free, 100% food-safe protection for wooden chopping boards. The frequency of re-oiling (a minimum of twice per year) depends on how often you use your board, but if the surfaces are damaged, have lost their waxy finish, are showing signs of dryness, cracking or are no longer smooth, they should be retreated immediately to avoid ingress of moisture and risk of staining.
As your board is already finished with Brandon Bespoke Wax Oil Treatment we recommend retreating it with the same product. You can purchase Brandon Bespoke Wax Oil Treatment here.
Other wood treatments are available but care should be taken to ensure they are food-safe, and will adhere to the existing finish.
