An engraved cutting board is not only a useful tool as well as a decoration tool in the kitchen, but it is also an artwork that requires protection to keep it in the best condition as required.
Whether you’re using it as a decorative item or for daily meal prep, here are some essential engraved cutting board ideas to protect it:
Regular Cleaning
Hand Wash Only: In order to clean the engraved cutting board, always wash it with warm water and soap. Do not immerse it or put it in the dishwasher because the wood and the engraving will not take well to water.
Gentle Scrubbing: Do not use a hard brush or scrub the surface aggressively because this will damage the surface. Normal cleaning may not be possible because the wood is exposed to consumers, and they may use hard scrubbing pads that can scratch the wood and cause the engraving to fade.
Proper Drying
Immediate Drying: Finally, it is recommended that a cutting board be dried immediately after washing with the use of a towel so that water does not penetrate the wood.
Air Dry: The board should also be allowed to dry for some time before it is put away for storage. It is best washed when it is standing up or placed on a drying rack to have all sides dry evenly.
Regular oil treatment
Food-Safe Mineral Oil: Clean the engraved cutting board using dish soap and warm water, and cover it with food-safe mineral oil monthly. This enables the wood to be protected from the effects of dryness and possible cracking, as well as to take the desired shape for use.
Even Application: Make sure the manufacturing engraving is also covered with oil by spreading it over the surface using a clean cloth. Leave the oil to sit for a few hours or even overnight, and then, using a tissue, remove any that is left on the surface.
Avoid extreme conditions.
Temperature Fluctuations: Avoid exposing the cutting board to extreme temperatures and humidity. Further, the board should also be kept away from stoves, radiators, dishwashers, or other similar appliances that run at extreme temperatures.
Direct Sunlight: Prolonged direct sunlight can be witnessed in the fading of wood and the blurring of the engraving.
Use and Storage Tips
Rotate Use: If you have several cutting boards, then interchange their use to avoid the overuse of a single board. This is particularly true if the boards are engraved.
Proper Storage: Store your cutting board in a dry, well-ventilated area. If possible, hang it on a wall or place it on a rack for good air circulation.
The following tips will help your engraved cutting board stay looking brand new, so it is something that you really want to have in your kitchen for years.
