Cutting boards are such an essential utensil in the kitchen. Do we pay enough attention to such an important issue as cutting board care?
Why look after her? “I shook off the crumbs, that’s all.” IN best case scenario- rinse lightly under the tap or from a mug. We’ve probably seen this more than once at someone’s house (here we can sometimes wrinkle our nose and think: “what a dirty little thing,” or: “I’ll never set foot here again”). And sometimes we ourselves can rush, to be honest. Either we don’t wash the board thoroughly (I’ll wash it later), or we mix it up and use it for other purposes, or even there’s only one board in the kitchen for any preparation.
Of course, it would be correct if there were several cutting boards. It is necessary to have different kitchen boards: for dough, for raw and cooked fish, meat and vegetables, for sausages and cheeses, for bread, for onions and garlic, for herbs. But that's a completely different conversation. Here everyone decides for himself - which ones, why and how many of them are needed.
But how to care for them? It turns out that ignoring this issue is sometimes fraught with unpleasant consequences, especially during the hot season and on holidays. We need to take care of ourselves and our family. It would seem like a small thing, but we use this utensil every day and it is important for our mood and health.
Dirty and, especially, wet kitchen boards, like those, are inhabited by a lot of all sorts of evil spirits, which multiply and multiply.
Wooden boards are rightfully considered more hygienic than all others, but they require particularly careful care, starting from the moment of purchase. Experts advise immediately treating them with hot (70-100 degrees) edible mineral or petroleum jelly (pharmaceutical oil), after lightly sanding them with fine sandpaper if the surface is not completely smooth.
It is not recommended to use any fats, butter or vegetable oils, with the exception of flaxseed, for these purposes, so that later, having become rancid, they do not spoil the taste and smell of the prepared products. And there can be no talk about technical oils.
You should moisten a cotton swab with hot oil and lubricate both surfaces and the end of the boards, thoroughly saturating them. And this “training” must be repeated several times every couple of hours.
In the future, it is advisable to periodically repeat this procedure, cleaning the surface with fine sandpaper if necessary and again lubricating it with hot mineral oil. But the need for this action depends on the load on this subject. It’s one thing when a person lives alone and doesn’t cook much, but it’s another thing when big family and cook a lot. Well, restaurants have their own methods and processing times.
To tell the truth, I use the old village method - I scrape it with a knife, wash it thoroughly, and dry it even more thoroughly. And then I rub it again with my favorite oil - linseed. True, very rarely, and not as carefully as the first time after purchase.
In order for your wooden kitchen boards to serve you faithfully for many years, look beautiful and be protected from bacteria getting inside, be prepared to spend at least half a day on their initial processing. But you will be very satisfied with the result of your work.
Personally, I rub in the oil with clean hands. It’s more pleasant for me to feel the wood and massage my palms. I’ll drink it stronger and go about my business. The first time, in total, it took more than a day, but at least I didn’t stand over them as if tied, but carried out this operation together with the next dishwashing, or at the monitor screen, looking at the programs that interested me.
Wooden boards, unlike others, are good because they themselves “know how to deal” with harmful bacteria. But nevertheless, after processing raw meat and fish, you should clean them especially carefully.
Bamboo, stone, glass, plastic or plywood cutting boards should be washed after use. hot water with soap, after removing any remaining food from them, wipe and dry thoroughly. And it wouldn’t hurt to scald a wooden board with boiling water after washing.
Do not keep the boards wet or wash them in dishwasher. The boards should be dried and stored in an upright position and not close to each other. It should also always be dry underneath. And sometimes you look at a beautiful thing, you lift it up, and underneath there is a layer of mold.
It is very good to periodically treat all kitchen boards with a solution of vinegar or lemon juice, especially after cutting raw or odor-bearing foods. I prefer to remove the fishy smell with either 9% vinegar or a lemon cut in half.
You can also remove it unpleasant odors salt. True, opinions differ here - dry or wet method. I rub it right away when I wash it. I’m too lazy to go back to this again, and it’s not entirely clear - the salt draws out the remaining moisture from the board or, conversely, attracts it from the air. If you wish, you can discuss this issue, maybe I will learn some sense.
For some time I did not dare to throw away my very beautiful ceramic board - a gift. But I plucked up the courage and threw it away one day. I don't like useless things.
The sound of a knife on ceramics irritated the whole family, for the same reason I don’t like glass. And we had to handle it very carefully so as not to break it or chip it. It is more likely for those who are never in a hurry. More for beauty than for use.
These are the simple ways you can turn your irreplaceable kitchen cutting boards into loyal ones. long years assistants, who at the same time look quite textured. And you will never have to carelessly throw them into the closet, hiding them from someone’s appraising glances. On the contrary, let them stand in plain sight and please the eye.
Video. End cutting board. Treatment with mineral oil and beeswax.
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Yes, wooden ones are undoubtedly better, but not in terms of caring for them! It’s easier, better and faster to process ceramic ones, no matter what you say. And safer for your health!
I completely agree with you. I have several boards: for bread, for vegetables, for sausage and cheese, for raw meat and for fish. I always pour boiling water over them and treat them with vinegar. Thanks for the interesting article!
About processing wooden boards linseed oil I haven’t heard of them, probably because I’ve always used plastic ones.
There are actually 4 of them for different products.
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How to care for cutting boards: I have two boards - one is strictly for bakery products, second for everything. After rinsing the board FOR EVERYTHING with hot water, I wipe it with a weak vinegar solution + grate the carrots a little and, after scuffing the surface of the board with carrot mixture, wash it off. Carrots are good at eliminating any odor.
At one time, when I bought butter, I cut it into pieces and lined it with plastics of carrots, cut to length: it destroys the smell of old oil. The only thing was that we had to change the slices of butter every 4-5 days. But the oil always had a fresh smell.
Many people asked me why put in plastic wrappers, take less oil, you can always buy fresh. But at one time I lived in such conditions that you often couldn’t get around to shopping, so I had to use my grandmother’s advice. I was glad to meet you. I wish you success and all the brightest and most joyful things.
I have 3 wooden boards. I scald them with boiling water and wipe them with lemon, but about the oil - this is the biggest news for me. And it turns out that you need to perform a whole ritual with the wooden board (there’s no other way to call it - you have to spend so much time babysitting it!). But I don’t see how they look in the best possible way, then apparently it is necessary to allocate a special day for such a procedure. Let them be painted on me too!
Hello Irina!
Probably many people don’t think, or haven’t even thought about the fact that a cutting board requires no less care than anything else.
They wrote here that glass, ceramic and plastic boards. I would like to slightly upset those who wrote about this. Alas, this is not at all what you think.
I only have (so far) two boards, which I wash every time (after cutting any ingredient). For non-frozen products, as well as meat on the bone, I most often use a ceramic knife. In all other cases, only metal.
Now imagine a glass or ceramic board and use ceramic knife. Whichever will last longer. Minus on the face.
In addition, natural (natural) material is still much better. And believe me, caring for it is not that labor-intensive.
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An elementary thing is a cutting board, and caring for it is a whole science.
Wood is one of the most common building materials in the world. It is widely used both for the construction of buildings and for interior decoration, thanks to strength, durability and excellent aesthetic characteristics. Since this is a natural material, it is susceptible to biodegradation under the influence of moisture and microorganisms, so it is important to prevent the putrefactive process. How and what is used to treat wood against rotting?
Causes of rotting
The main enemy of wood is fungus, which causes it to rot. “Contamination” can occur as a result of improper storage and transportation. Active reproduction of microorganisms provokes a whole set of accompanying factors:
- High air humidity – up to 90%.
- Stagnation of oxygen.
- Exposure to moisture.
- Temperature changes and freezing.
- Prolonged contact with the soil.
Prevention of wood rotting
There are many preventive measures to prevent mold from appearing before construction begins. Since the moisture content of wood after felling varies from season to season, it must be dried under natural conditions for at least 1 year.
There are a number of methods to prevent biodegradation processes and the negative effects of moisture:
- Waterproofing.
- Coloring with special compounds.
- Roof waterproofing.
- Heat and vapor insulation.
The foundation for a wooden structure should always be located above ground level, and it is also necessary to equip a drainage system and blind area. Garden near the house with tall trees- a bad idea because they will interfere with natural drying.
Also, to prevent putrefactive processes, it is necessary to inspect the house every year. If signs of fungus are detected, the material should be sampled to determine its moisture content and density.
Preventative measures are important, since wood affected by fungus has many reductions. physical indicators: it becomes up to 30 times less hard, 3 times less dense. All this leads to distortion window openings, movement of walls, up to loosening of the structure.
If biodegradation has begun, it can be contained using special means - both store-bought and folk.
Antiseptics
If mold has already appeared, its growth can be prevented using antiseptic agents. They suppress the proliferation of microorganisms on wooden surfaces that cause rotting.
Today in the store there is usually a lot to choose from antiseptics When choosing a specific product, you should pay attention to indicators such as possible harm for humans and animals, anti-corrosion properties and impact on the quality of wood.
All antiseptics are conventionally divided into 3 groups:
- Water-soluble products.
- Oily.
- Pasty.
Water-soluble antiseptics
The most common impregnation is sodium fluoride. Its popularity is explained by a set of significant advantages:
- high efficiency;
- good penetrating ability;
- no unpleasant odor.
Sodium fluoride does not impair the aesthetic properties of wood and does not cause corrosion of metal parts that come into contact with it. In order to protect wood from rotting, BBK-3 and GR-48 are also often used.
BBK-3 is a solution of borax and boric acid. It is relatively safe for people and animals, and also has excellent penetrating ability.
GR-48 is a drug based on pentachlorophenol. It protects the boards not only from the negative effects of moisture and biodegradation, but also from blue stains.
Often, products are used that contain several active ingredients at once - for example, CCC based on chromium and zinc chloride. However, this impregnation has 2 significant disadvantages: toxicity and the possibility of staining the wood.
Oily and pasty antiseptics
Oily antiseptics considered the strongest of their kind. They are used to protect wooden walls from the negative effects of moisture and soil. However, oily impregnation also has two serious disadvantages: a strong unpleasant odor and the ability to color the wood dark brown.
Paste antiseptics consist of three main components:
- Water-soluble antiseptic.
- Filler.
- Clay or bitumen as a binder.
Organically soluble antiseptics are products like PL containing pentachlorophenol and petroleum products. However, due to their high toxicity, they are rarely used.
The use of organically soluble antiseptics is justified for treating wood when exposed to moisture in order to avoid drying. When using these products, you need to take care of personal protection: gloves and a respirator.
How to apply impregnation to wood
In order to treat wood with an antiseptic composition, use different methods. Most effective way Immersion of the material in baths with the active substance is considered. The only disadvantage of the method is its high cost.
The second method is impregnation using autoclaves. This method is based on the influence high pressure, which promotes deep absorption of the composition into the material.
Often special pastes are applied to the boards - they have good penetrating ability and effectively protect the material from fungus. Antiseptic agents are often applied using rollers, brushes, or simply sprayed from a spray bottle.
Applying antiseptic with a brush or spray It is always necessary to apply the composition to a dry surface that has not been coated with varnish or enamel, since in these cases the product will not be able to be absorbed.
The first step is to treat areas where rotting has already begun. Usually these are the ends of the building and sections. It is best to carry out the procedure at a temperature from +20 to +25. If the temperature drops below +5, treatment with an antiseptic will not work.
Folk remedies for impregnation
If the putrefactive process has not had time to grow significantly, folk remedies will help prevent further destruction of the tree:
- Silicate glue.
- Soda and vinegar.
- Potassium dichromate solution.
- Copper sulfate.
- Resin.
- Salt and boric acid.
The easiest way is to use silicate glue. It is necessary to dilute it with water, and apply the resulting solution to areas where biodegradation occurs. You can also treat the rotting areas with soda, and spray vinegar from a spray bottle on top.
Potassium dichromate is used by mixing in equal proportions with sulfuric acid. The resulting composition should be used to treat not only the boards on the street, but also up to 50 cm of the soil layer.
Another effective one improvised means to prevent wood rotting – copper sulfate. To prepare the composition, take 100 g of the substance per 10 liters of water.
For external processing You can use resin, as well as a mixture of 1 kg of salt and 50 g of boric acid, which are stirred in 5 liters of boiling water. This composition must be applied to the wood several times, waiting a couple of hours so that the product has time to be absorbed.
Processing using the Finnish method
The Finnish method is a special way of processing wood to protect it from moisture and rot. You will need a set of ingredients:
- salt;
- flour;
- water;
- slaked lime;
- inkstone.
This composition stays on the material for a very long time without being washed off with water. Despite the safety of the method, it is recommended to use it only for protective treatment wood intended for fences and roofs.
The listed ingredients must be mixed to a consistency reminiscent of sour cream, and the main part of the mixture should be based on flour and water. After thorough mixing, the composition should be slightly warmed over low heat, and when it becomes warm, you need to quickly apply it to the boards.
After the first layer has dried, it is necessary to process the material again. If the composition has cooled down by this time, it will need to be heated again.
Caring for a cutting board is what you need to ensure that your wooden cutting board looks attractive for a long time and is safe for your health. The board needs to be washed, cleaned, and processed periodically by special means. In the article I will go into more detail on all the issues in more detail.
How to wash a cutting board
Wooden cutting boards should absolutely not be washed in. You should also not soak a contaminated board in water for a long time, because... This can cause the wood to swell and cracks to form after drying.
To avoid any problems with your cutting board, clean it immediately after use and do not let food sit on it for a long time. You can wash it, or with dishwashing detergent, using a cloth or sponge. Do not use strong detergents for these purposes. 
How and with what to clean a cutting board
If the cutting board is very dirty, then ordinary table vinegar can be used for disinfection. Should be processed wooden surface with a cloth soaked in vinegar and rinse it.
The same disinfecting effect can be obtained by using lemon juice.
By the way, at public catering establishments, in accordance with sanitary and epidemiological rules, the deck for chopping meat is cleaned and salt is added at the end of the day. This prevents the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria. Therefore, cutting boards can be cleaned with salt. You can successfully combine cleaning a wooden board with lemon and salt, as shown in the video.
It is better to refrain from cleaning the board with various cleaning powders and pastes, since there is no complete confidence that detergents will not remain in small cuts, and from there they will not get on the processed products.
How and with what to process a cutting board
To the cutting room wooden plank it looked attractive, did not absorb various unpleasant odors, and to prevent the growth of bacteria, it needed to be treated with mineral oil and wax.
Use to soak cutting boards vegetable oil not worth it. As the oil turns yellow over time, it acquires an unpleasant odor.
You may ask me: “Where can I get mineral oil?” The answer is - at the pharmacy.
Ordinary petroleum jelly is mineral oil itself. Although it is produced from oil, it is completely harmless to human health. It is used internally as medicine. Therefore, it is ideal for processing cutting boards.
To process the board, you need to prepare oil and a cloth. Pour oil onto the board and rub the oil in with a cloth in a circular motion. Don't be afraid to add extra oil. Wood will absorb as much as it needs. This way you will close or, one might say, seal the pores in the wood and bacteria, sticks and all sorts of other bad things will not rage in them. This coating will also have waterproofing properties.
A new board should be treated with oil twice, at intervals of several hours, so that the oil is well absorbed. Simply remove excess oil that has not been absorbed with a cloth or paper towel. 
The recipe for the product is not complicated. You need to take one part wax and 4 parts Vaseline oil.
Heat the oil in a water bath and dissolve the wax shavings in it. To speed up the process, you can heat the mixture in microwave oven.
Before the procedure, you can warm it up a little in the microwave (if it fits there). Next, cover it on all sides with the prepared mixture with a brush or clean cloth. Allow the mixture to absorb and harden.
Impregnation with a mixture differs from impregnation with just oil - it is considered more durable and strong, it can close not only pores, but also small cracks and cuts. This treatment of a wooden plank must be repeated periodically - at least once every three months.
You may have heard that wooden cutting boards should be oiled, or you may have even done it yourself. Why is this required, and are any oils suitable? The simplest and affordable option- this is Vaseline oil, which can be found in the pharmacy - with it the cutting board will find a second life.
Why do you need oil?
- The oil moisturizes the natural material, which without impregnation tends to dry out over time. Boards that undergo regular treatment last longer and maintain a presentable appearance.
- Oil creates a natural protective film on the surface of the wood, preventing the absorption of odors and the penetration of bacteria deep into the board. It’s good if the product itself is of high quality and has properties like Epicurean boards, which do not absorb liquids and odors
- Correctly carried out treatment will protect the surface from microbes and fungi and prevent the formation of mold.
How to oil a cutting board?
Gently pour mineral oil onto the surface and rub with a soft cloth. Coat the board on all sides, not forgetting the sides. Don't be afraid to pour too much oil - the wood will take as much as it needs, and the excess will simply be absorbed into the fabric.
Pure mineral cutting board oil will penetrate deeply and close the pores. This treatment should be repeated from time to time, at least 3 times a year.
We create reliable coverage
If you want to create a more durable coating that will fill small cracks and noticeable cuts, you can add beeswax to the oil. It will protect the surface from wear, make it smooth in appearance and to the touch, and prevent moisture from penetrating inside. Natural wax is sold in the same place as honey, or in online stores of components for cosmetics and soap making. It is necessary to mix oil and wax in a ratio of 4 to 1. This is done like this: the oil is heated in a water bath, wax shavings are added to it and mixed until the mixture is homogeneous. When using a microwave, you can place the container with the mixture for 30-40 seconds until the wax dissolves.
While the solution is hot, you need to coat all surfaces of the board with it. As it cools protective covering will become stronger, after its formation the board should be polished with a soft cloth. If you are using a new untreated board, then the procedure should be repeated after 6 hours and do not forget to renew the coating once a month.
Such a simple and quick procedure as impregnating a cutting board with oil will extend its service life for a long time. Moreover, if the product is expensive and of high quality, caring for it is simply necessary. Of course, even in the absence of any care, a wooden board can be successfully used, but literally in a year it will “grow old” and lose its attractive appearance.
All sorts of vegetables are cut on a wooden board, fish is cleaned, and meat is cut. Therefore, juice, various odors and pieces of food remain on the surface. If the owner does not take care of the board or does it incorrectly, the product does not last long. To extend its life you need to know some tricks. We will tell you about them.
Prevention is the key to longevity
If you own a cutting board made of natural wood, do not forget to take preventive measures. Proper care of the product prevents the occurrence of cracks and mold. Therefore the hostess uses cutting board for its intended purpose for many years.
What products give good results? The best option is the use of special oil. It must meet two main criteria: safety for people and high efficiency. How the oil handles elevated temperatures is also important. For example, sunflower oil spoils quickly. Therefore, a board impregnated with such a substance acquires an unpleasant odor after a few years. You can’t get rid of it, so you have to throw away the cutting board and buy a new one. This is an additional expense. For proper care behind the cutting board, mineral oil made according to advanced technology. It is odorless and tasteless. Mineral oil is environmentally friendly. Therefore, harmful effects on health are excluded. Mineral oil has an affordable price and excellent performance properties. After using it, the cutting board becomes more durable. The oil fills all the pores, preventing the penetration of liquids and food particles into the wood structure.
Treating the board with mineral oil is a simple process that does not take much time. It consists of several stages:
First you need to make sure the board is clean. If there is contamination, the product is cleaned of food residues in advance;
apply mineral oil in sufficient quantity to a paper towel;
The wooden surface is wiped with a paper towel. Mineral oil is evenly distributed over the board;
The product is not used for 24 hours. If you need a cutting board urgently, you need to wait at least a couple of hours. The oil should be absorbed into the wood;
After complete impregnation, the remaining oil is wiped off the board. This is done using a paper napkin.
In order for the cutting board to serve for a long time, this procedure must be repeated once a month. Then cracks will not appear on it even after several years of intensive use.
Another product suitable for preventive board care is beeswax.
This is a waste product of bees, which has been used for many years to care for wood. From beeswax a special ointment is prepared. Mineral oil is used as the second active ingredient. Together, these two components have a positive effect on the condition of the wooden cutting board.
An ointment based on wax and mineral oil has a multifaceted effect on the condition of the cutting board. This means:
increased moisture resistance - the ointment fills pores and crevices. That's why natural wood protected from the harmful effects of moisture;
Creation protective film- bacteria and dirt particles do not penetrate under the formed wax layer;
good tactile sensations - the surface of the board becomes perfectly smooth;
pleasant smell - after treatment with oil, the board acquires a unique aroma.
Disinfection is a mandatory procedure
Regular disinfection is essential. During such an event, pathogenic bacteria and microorganisms are eliminated. There are several ways to disinfect a cutting board. We will highlight the main options that housewives often use in practice. Requested funds include:
Hot water in combination with detergent - an effective solution.
With its help, dirt and bacteria are removed from the wooden surface. For achievement best results Detergents containing surfactants are used. It could be liquid soap, used every day for washing dishes. The procedure for cleaning a cutting board is simple. Need to place wooden product into the sink and rinse thoroughly with water containing detergent. If the product is large, it is processed using a damp sponge. At the final stage, the surface is wiped;
Vinegar is a remedy that is available in every home. It contains acid that eliminates all types of pathogenic bacteria.
Treating cutting boards with vinegar is best suited for people who are allergic to detergent. When it is carried out they do not appear side effects. When disinfecting, the wooden surface is wiped with vinegar. After this, the board dries. The peculiarity of processing with vinegar is that it actively active substance destroys mineral oil. Therefore, after disinfection, additional impregnation of wood with oil is recommended;
Hydrogen peroxide is another remedy that all housewives have.
It is used everywhere. First, the board is wiped with a paper towel to remove dirt. Then the napkin is saturated with hydrogen peroxide. Use it to wipe the surface of the board. This ensures complete disinfection.
IN difficult cases, when a wooden product has been in contact with rotten products, a bath cleaner is used. It contains aggressive components that require careful handling. Therefore, before starting to process the cutting board, you need to wear gloves and prevent the substance from getting into your eyes. Additionally, you need to think about ventilation. Then pungent odors are quickly removed from the kitchen.
How to use the cleaner? To do this, the substance is dissolved in water. Then the board is cleaned of food debris. The prepared solution is poured onto the surface. After a few minutes, the cutting board is washed under running water. One more effective method is the use of lemon. The juice is squeezed out of it directly onto a wooden surface. After some time, the board is wiped or washed and then dried.
Rules for caring for a cutting board
To ensure that your wooden board lasts for many years, we want to tell you about important rules. Every housewife should know about them, since the service life of the product depends on it. If you follow all the rules, you save money cash, because the need to frequently purchase the product is eliminated.
Caring for a cutting board made of bamboo and other types of wood involves following these rules:
Clean the product after each use - this process cannot be put off until tomorrow. While the board is dirty, bacteria and moisture penetrate the structure of the material. They provide negative impact on wood. Therefore, the service life of the cutting board is significantly reduced; After wet processing, do not place the cutting board in a dish dryer. Place the product on flat surface. When it is tilted, the wood deforms and bends in one direction;
Do not wash wood products in the dishwasher. This process must be carried out manually. Natural material sensitive to water. With prolonged contact with moisture, wood loses its original properties. It gradually collapses and loses its attractive appearance; Do not leave the cutting board in the sink with other dishes. The product must be washed as soon as the meat has been cut or the fish has been cleaned. When exposed to water, wood begins to deteriorate and become deformed.
What should you do if, after many years of working on your favorite cutting board, you get cuts from a knife?
There are two possible options here. The first is purchasing a new product. The second is carrying out a restorative procedure. To remove deep cuts you need to take sandpaper and sand the surface. After this, you need to wash the cutting board using detergent and soak it with mineral oil. After completing such processes, the product will acquire its lost appearance.
Valuable advice from experts
On a cutting board, sausage, bread, hard cheese are cut daily, as well as meat and fish. Therefore, such an item needs special care. It consists not only of treatment with mineral oil and disinfection. Finally, we want to give a few useful tips, with the help of which the process of caring for a wooden product is simplified. To ensure that your board lasts a long time and maintains its attractive appearance, listen to the recommendations of experts:
To eliminate the smell of garlic and onions, use coarse salt or soda. Apply one of the components to the surface and leave for five minutes. After this, rinse the cutting board and dry it;
never leave a wooden product near a heat source ( open fire, heating radiators). Heat has a detrimental effect on natural material. This is manifested by the fact that the wood is deformed;
cut food across the entire surface of the board. Then the wear of the product will be uniform; Buy two cutting boards and use them differently. Chop vegetables and fruits on one surface. Use the second product for slicing raw meat. This eliminates the risk of food contamination by pathogenic bacteria;
Always store your cutting board dry. Moisture systematically destroys wood;
Never soak the product to remove berry juice stains. There is another solution for this purpose. Sprinkle the surface generously with salt and then wipe with lemon. The spots should disappear.
Don't forget about our tips and rules. Then your cutting board, made from natural wood, will last a long time!