Properly maintained, an edge-grain cutting board can last for years and years.  There are just a few basic rules to follow to maintain your cutting board. 

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1. Never put cutting boards into the dishwasher. The heat may cause the glue to fail. 

2. Wash with mild dish soap and warm water. 

3. If your cutting board begins to dry out, apply a new coat of mineral oil or cutting board conditioner. I personally use Howard's Cutting Board Conditioner, but there are many options on the market. 

4. Cutting boards are meant to be cut, and that means they wind up with knife score marks. When you get sick of the cuts in your board, all you need to do is give it a good sanding with 120, 150, and then 220 grit sandpaper, and give it a new coating of oil or conditioner. Your board will look like it's brand new!​

5. Want to refinish your own cutting board, but need more advice on how first?  Check out my YouTube Video on How to Refinish Wood Cutting Boards.

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If you're ever having trouble with one of my boards, feel free to reach out with a description of the problem. I don't promise I can help, but I promise to try.

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If you are close enough to Littleton, MA to drop off and pick up, I also offer wooden cutting board refinishing services for $25 per board. Contact me to find out more!