Some Easy Steps to Maintain Chopping Block

Chopping block adds functional value in your kitchen. But sometimes we become careless about butcher block. They need to be kept clean in order to maintain the surface. There are few steps for maintaining the surface of cutting boards, wood countertops are as follows-

Clean the surface of chopping block with soapy water.

If there is any debris, then remove it from the block.

Chopping Block

For quickly sanitize it, use warm water and scrub it gently. If you use hot water, it could damage the surface of butcher block.

Most important precaution during sanitize it that doesn't submerge it into the water. Otherwise, wood of chopping block will swell and warp. Such careless things break the glue bonding of wood. Eventually, wood gets dry and crack.
After properly sanitizing, you can make the paste of lemon juice, baking soda and some amount of salt. Swirl it slowly and after some time gently scrub the paste around the wood. Rinse it properly when you are done.

Let the chopping block to dry completely. Now it's time for oiling your butcher block and cutting board. It helps to protect the wood from damage and keeps the surface hygienic.