DIY Wood Utensil Conditioner
Refresh all your wooden tools and cutting boards with this wood conditioner that is made without mineral oil
Prep Time2 minutes mins
Active Time5 minutes mins
Total Time7 minutes mins
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beeswax, Coconut Oil, Wood Conditioner
Yield: 2 4 oz Jars
Cost: $5-10
- 1/4 cup Beeswax
- 1/2 cup Coconut Oil
Begin by adding water to the bottom of your double boiler and replacing the top to the double boiler.
Add the double boiler to your heat source at a medium heat.
Add one part beeswax and two parts coconut oil to the top of the double boiler
While maintaining a medium-low heat, occasionally stir until both beeswax and coconut oil are melted together.
Once melted and well mixed, remove the top double boiler and wipe the moisture from the bottom of the pan.
Pour beeswax and coconut oil mixture into desired storage container(s)
Allow the beeswax mixture to fully cool before replacing the lid.
Once fully cooled, seal tightly and store in a cool, dry place while not in use.
Using Wood Conditioner
Step#1
Make sure your cutting boards or wooden utensils are clean and completely dry. If you wash them before conditioning, make sure they air dry for 24 hours to ensure all moisture has evaporated.
If moisture is still present when you apply conditioner, you run the risk of trapping the moisture under the conditioner which can contribute to mold and cracking within your board or utensils.
Step #2
When you are sure your cutting boards and utensils are dry, you can begin applying the wood conditioner. You can use either your hands or a cloth to do this. Although using a cloth may be easier in spreading the conditioner, using your fingertips uses some body heat to help spread the conditioner.
If using your hands, warm up the board conditioner by rubbing your fingertips in a circular motion on the top layer of conditioner. Once some of the conditioner has accumulated on your fingers, rub your fingers on the cutting board or utensil to transfer the conditioner. Continue this process until all areas of your cutting board or utensils are conditioned.
If using a cloth, rub a section of the cloth in the wood conditioner. When you feel you have enough conditioner on your cloth, rub that same section of cloth onto the wood surface. Continue this process until all areas of your cutting board or utensils are conditioned.
Step #3
Once all areas of your cutting board or utensils are conditioned, allow it to sit and absorb the conditioner overnight. In my morning, take a new cloth and rub it over all surfaces to remove any excess conditioner.
Your wooden utensils and cutting boards are ready to use!
To maintain the integrity of your wood products, repeat this process when the wooden surfaces look or feel dry.
