Field Guide · The Prime Cut
How to Clean a Premium Wooden Cutting Board
High-intent maintenance that protects walnut and keeps boards host-ready.
3 min read · July 8, 2026
After every use
Scrape food. Wash with hot water and mild soap. Rinse. Stand to dry fully — never soak or dishwasher.
Weekly refresh
Coarse salt + lemon scrub for odor. Rinse, dry, then food-grade mineral oil until the grain drinks it in. Wipe excess.
Red flags
Deep cracks, black mold, or warping mean retire the board. Premium wood is cheap insurance compared to a ruined dinner party.
