1. Clean a wooden cutting board daily
It’s important to properly clean your wooden cutting board after each use to prevent the buildup of dirt and harmful bacteria.
Wash with mild detergent and lukewarm water
Wash the cutting board with lukewarm water and mild dish soap. Using a strong detergent or excessive detergent can damage the wood, and reduce the life of the cutting board.
Dry it immediately
After washing the board, wipe it immediately with a dry cloth and dry it standing up so that no moisture remains in it. If moisture remains in the board, the wood can rot or deteriorate quickly.
2. Methods of deep cleaning
Just washing with soap is not enough; deep cleaning of the cutting board is necessary from time to time, not every day but at least once a month or if possible once a week.
Cleaning with baking soda and vinegar
Mix baking soda and white vinegar and rub it on the cutting board. By doing this, deep stains which are not cleaned easily and bad odor will go away, it will give a new look to your cutting board.
Scrub with lemon and salt
Place half a cut lemon on coarse salt and rub it on the board. It cleans naturally and eliminates bacteria and bad odor.
3. Avoid soaking wooden cutting boards in water
If you have a wooden cutting board, avoid soaking it in water for a long time. Doing so can cause the wood to swell and crack. In the long run, this will weaken your board.
Do not put it in the dishwasher
Dishwashers use strong steam to clean utensils. This saves water and removes deep stains easily.
But this is not good for cutting boards at all. It can damage the wood of the cutting board.
Dry the board quickly
Always dry the board immediately after washing it and keep it upright so that there is no moisture in it. If moisture remains in the board, it will damage the wood of the board.
Oil the cutting board regularly
Oiling the cutting board from time to time is important to prevent the wood from drying out and cracking.
Choose the right oil
Use food-grade mineral oil or coconut oil. Avoid using vegetable oil as it spoils quickly, and you may have to oil it more often.
Oiling process
Oil the cutting board once a week, leave it for 15-20 minutes and then wipe it with a dry cloth. If you cannot do this every week, then at least do it once a month.
5. Store the cutting board properly
Proper storage will not only increase its lifespan but will also keep it safe from bacteria.
Store in a dry and ventilated place
Always store the board in a dry and ventilated place, avoid keeping it in a closed place like a closed cabinet as it can cause mold.
Use more than one board
Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables to prevent cross-contamination, or deep clean them after cutting meat.
6. Conclusion
It is easy to keep a wooden cutting board clean and safe if you wash, dry and oil it properly regularly. It is an important part of your kitchen, so take proper care of it so that it lasts a long time.
On the other hand, you can also use a plastic cutting board if you don’t want to do all that, and it is important to note that cleaning is just as important, no matter what kind of cutting board it is. Read by cleaning, How to clean and maintain plastic cutting board
You can read our blog on how to maintain & clean a plastic cutting board.
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