Serving Board Care Instructions

JML boards are crafted from highly figured hardwoods and finished glass smooth. With proper care, your board will look and perform its best for years.

Intended Use

JML boards are designed for serving. You may use your board however you choose, but regular cutting will mar the surface and ruin the finish.

Cleaning

Wipe the board with a damp cloth and dry immediately. Never soak the board in water. Never place it in the dishwasher. Avoid leaving the board in direct sunlight for extended periods. Even a finished hardwood board may warp if exposed to water, heat, or sun for too long.

Refreshing the Finish

If the board ever feels dry or dull, it can be refreshed easily. Lightly sand the surface with 800 grit or higher sandpaper. Apply a thin coat of finish. JML boards are finished with Odie’s Oil, a food safe, non toxic hard wax oil. Allow the finish to sit for about 30 minutes. Buff fully with a clean cloth until the surface no longer shows fingerprints. Let the board rest overnight before using again.

Recommended Finish

Odie’s Oil is used on every board and furniture piece that leaves the JML shop. It is all natural, food safe, and enhances highly figured hardwoods better than any finish I have tried. One jar lasts a very long time and can be used on any wooden items in your home that need maintenance.