CARE INSTRUCTIONS

To preserve & maintain the “Canvas of Colors” of your REESER’S SUMMIT BENCHMADE premium hardwood cutting board and keep it in prime working condition, specific treatments are essential. Below are guidelines to effectively care for your wooden cutting board.

WASHING

  • Hand wash with mild dish soap with cloth or sponge and rinse with hot water.
  • Avoid submerging/soaking the board in water for extended amount of time; doing so could warp, crack and damage the construction of the wood cutting board. 
  • Never place your wood cutting board in the dishwasher. Severe damage such as cracking, warping and separation of the wood due to excessive heat and moisture will deform the board.   
  • Periodically, you may want to deodorize the board. Sprinkle coarse salt over a dry board & scrub with a sliced lemon. To remove odors from onions, rub board with a sliced apple, this will help mitigate those type of odors. Rinse with hot water. Dry thoroughly for 24 hours, then apply a wood cutting board conditioner; (see the maintenance/conditioning section below). 

DRYING

  • Drying is an important and essential step in the life-long-care of a wood cutting board. Promptly towel dry your board first then allow to air dry. Allow air circulation by setting the board on its side edge to ensure the board drys evenly. You can place it in a rack or on the countertop, rotating occasionally. Never place on wet surface or towel as it will trap moisture and could damage the board.

MAINTENANCE/CONDITIONING

  • Wood by nature, continues to dry over time. In keeping your wood cutting board in prime working condition and maintain the beauty of the premium hardwoods, we recommend using a cutting board wood conditioner every 2-3 weeks (depending on usage) or whenever it looks dry. 
  • We use a cleansing pad, specifically, a White Scotch-Brite Light Cleansing pad (#7445) for the application of the conditioner. A soft lint-free cloth can be used but we highly recommend the Light Cleansing Pad. Apply the conditioner on all sides of the board, preferably for 24 hours to fully allow absorption into the wood. Wipe off any excess conditioner with a lint-free cloth. 
  • Our tip: to apply REESER’S SUMMIT BENCHMADE wood cutting board conditioner; formulated with food-safe, NSF approved mineral oils & beeswax. 

STORING YOUR BOARD

  • This is an easy one, no need to store these boards. These boards not only satisfy your kitchen needs, but when not in use, make a showpiece display on your countertops and tabletops. ARTWORK for your kitchen. Not your moms' cutting boards! Ideal as decorative trays: beautifying dining room tables, buffets, sideboards, coffee tables, consoles & end/side tables.

PRESERVATION

  • REESER’S SUMMIT BENCHMADE  Cutting Board Refinishing Program is included as part of your purchase.  We professionally sand the cuts & scratches, then apply fresh coats of our signature board conditioner. Please see our LIFETIME Cutting Board Refinishing Program for details.