The short answer
Scrape off food, then wash the board with warm water and a little Cutting board soap, scrubbing along the grain with a soft brush or sponge. Rinse quickly, dry it with a towel and stand it on its edge to air dry. Never soak a wooden board or put it in the dishwasher.
What you need
- Küche Chef Cutting board soap
- A soft brush or sponge
- A clean towel
Step by step
Scrape off food
Scrape scraps off the board with a bench scraper or the back of a knife.
Wash with a little soap
Wet the board with warm water, add a little Cutting board soap and scrub both sides along the grain with a soft brush or sponge.
Rinse quickly
Rinse the board under warm running water. Don't leave it sitting in the sink.
Dry it on its edge
Wipe the board dry with a towel, then stand it on its edge so air reaches both sides until it is completely dry.
Warning:Never put a wooden board in the dishwasher or leave it to soak. Heat and standing water make the wood swell, warp and crack.
Why not ordinary dish soap
Ordinary dish soaps are made to break down fats and oils fast. On a wooden board they strip the oil that keeps the wood nourished, leaving it dry, brittle and quick to crack, and they can leave a residue behind.
What a soap made for wood does
A cutting board soap cleans away food, stains and strong smells such as garlic, onion and fish, while leaving the wood's oil in place. Küche Chef Cutting board soap is made from organic plant oils and is deliberately unscented, so no fragrance lingers on the board or in your food.
Keep the board oiled
Once the board is dry, oil it whenever the wood looks pale or feels dry. See how to oil a wooden cutting board or butcher block.
Common questions
Can I put a wooden cutting board in the dishwasher?
No. The heat and water make the wood swell, warp and crack. Always wash wooden boards by hand.
How do I get rid of garlic or onion smells?
Wash the board with Cutting board soap and warm water straight after use, then dry it on its edge.
