Workshop care guide · Kilkenny, Ireland
How to keep solid hardwood for thirty years.
Good timber is not fragile. With two minutes of care every few weeks, your board will deepen in color, self-heal against knife cuts, and outlast every pan in your kitchen.
Rule 01
Never Put It in a Dishwasher
The enemy of timber and glue
Dishwashers blast wood with intense heat, gallons of steam, and harsh detergents. This dissolves food-grade glue lines and forces the wood fibers to warp and cup. Always hand-wash with warm water and mild soap.
Rule 02
Wash Both Sides & Stand on Edge
Airflow prevents cupping
Never submerge your board in a sink full of water. Wash both the top and bottom evenly so moisture absorbs symmetrically, wipe dry with a towel immediately, and rest it upright on its edge to dry.
Rule 03
Feed the Grain When It Looks Pale
Dry wood is thirsty wood
When your board begins to look light or chalky, the natural oils have washed away. That is your cue to apply a fresh coat of organic mineral oil and beeswax to restore its moisture seal.
The 3-step conditioning ritual
How to use the complimentary tin of Kilkenny Board Butter that ships with every kitchen board.
- 01
Clean & Dry
Ensure the board is completely clean and dry before applying any conditioner.
- 02
Massage the Butter
Using a clean cotton cloth or paper towel, rub a dime-sized amount of beeswax butter into the wood in circular motions.
- 03
Rest & Buff
Allow the oils to soak into the pores for 20 minutes, then buff away any excess with a dry cloth for a smooth satin sheen.
Deep knife cuts after years of use? Don't worry.
Unlike cheap plywood or veneer, our boards are solid timber all the way through. If your board ever gets scratched or stained after years of Sunday roasts, lightly buff the surface with 320-grit sandpaper along the grain and wipe with fresh oil. It will return to showroom condition in under two minutes.