Keep the wooden boards and kitchenware you use every day in good condition with a simple routine: clean, dry, inspect, and refresh the finish when needed. This guide explains how Dent Wood Specialties Board Oil, Board Butter, and Board Wax fit into that routine. Follow your item maker’s care instructions and check compatibility with its existing finish.
Start with clean, completely dry wood
Hand-wash your cutting board or utensil, dry it promptly, and let it air-dry fully before applying a care product. Avoid soaking wooden kitchenware or putting it in the dishwasher. Do not apply oil or a wax blend over food residue or while the wood is still damp.
Which cutting board care product should you choose?
Choose according to your board’s condition and existing finish. All three products are not required at every treatment. Oil is a starting point for dry-looking wood, butter is a softer maintenance blend, and wax is a firmer finishing blend.
| Product | Purpose | Ingredients | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board Oil | Condition dry-looking wooden kitchenware | 100% food-grade mineral oil | 8 fl oz / 237 mL |
| Board Butter | A softer blend for regular maintenance | Mineral oil, beeswax, and carnauba wax | Net wt 2 oz / 57 g |
| Board Wax | A firmer blend for a buffed finish | Mineral oil, beeswax, and carnauba wax | Net wt 2 oz / 57 g |
How to apply cutting board oil
Apply Board Oil to clean, dry wood. Let it sit for 2–5 minutes, then wipe away excess with a clean cloth. Use the item maker’s care instructions to decide when conditioning is needed.
How to use board butter
Spread a thin layer of Board Butter over clean, dry wood. Allow 5–10 minutes, then buff with a clean cloth. Its softer consistency makes it an option for routine maintenance of compatible cutting boards, butcher blocks, and wooden utensils.
How to finish with board wax
Apply a thin, even layer of Board Wax, then buff thoroughly with a clean cloth. Board Wax is the firmer blend in the collection. Apply sparingly and choose this finishing step when it suits the board’s existing finish and care needs.
How often should you care for a wooden cutting board?
There is no single schedule for every board. Inspect your kitchenware as you use and clean it. Refresh the finish when the surface looks dry, following the maker’s instructions. Frequency depends on use, washing, the wood, and the existing finish.
Board oil, butter, and wax: common questions
Do I need to use all three products every time?
No. Choose the steps your board needs. Start with oil if compatible wood looks dry; choose butter for softer maintenance or wax for a firmer finishing blend. Check the item maker’s instructions before adding any product.
Can I use these on butcher blocks or wooden utensils?
The collection is intended for cutting boards, butcher blocks, and wooden utensils. Compatibility depends on the existing finish. Follow the maker’s care instructions, especially for items with coatings or finishes that require a different routine.
What is the difference between Board Butter and Board Wax?
Both contain mineral oil, beeswax, and carnauba wax. Board Butter has a softer consistency for maintenance; Board Wax is a firmer blend for a buffed finish.
What comes in the cutting board care kit?
The Wood Care Set includes one 8 fl oz Board Oil, one 2 oz Board Butter, and one 2 oz Board Wax. View the product page for the current bundle price and availability.
Choose care for the wood you use
Explore our cutting board care products, view the complete Wood Care Set, or contact Dent Wood Specialties with a question about a custom project. Veteran owned and based in the Tulsa area, Oklahoma.