For natural oil finish butcher blocks, we recommend that you re-oil all surfaces of your block every 3-4 weeks depending on your usage. When the butcher block becomes dry and lighter in colour you know it is time to re-oil your block. Wood is a live material and extremes of humidity and dryness can swell and shrink your butcher blocks enough to cause seasonal checks to appear. You can help preserve your butcher block by keeping your home humidified in winter and by refreshing your butcher block every 3-4 weeks with a generous coating of natural butcher block oil on all surfaces.

Keep your butcher block sanitized by simply wiping down the surface with a clean hot and soapy towel after each use and drying it with a clean paper towel or letting it air dry. If you want to sanitize the block more thoroughly use a diluted mixture of 1-5 ratio water to vinegar.

Sprinkle coarse salt on your butcher block and then use a damp sponge or paper towel to rub the stain or discoloured area. The salt will absorb stains, flavours and odours. For tougher stains, try sanding down the area with fine-grit sandpaper. Once sanded, seal with butcher block oil.

Use lemon or lime juice with a little salt. Sprinkle butcher block with coarse salt, cut lemon or lime into quarters to rub salt into board. Let sit for 2-3 minutes and then wipe the butcher block clean with a damp cloth. Use a clean towel to remove any excess water or let the butcher block air dry.