Frequently Asked Questions
What type of timber is Camphor Laurel
Camphor laurel is a classified hardwood but it is a medium density hardwood so it wont damage knives
What is the main property of the timber?
Camphor Laurel timber has unique naturally occurring anti-bacterial properties.
How do I care for the board?
Hand wash with warm soapy water and oil board with grape seed oil every month or so. To restore knife marks give light hand sand with 240-400 grit sandpaper with oil then wipe excess oil off. DO NOT Soak in water, Put in Dishwasher, Use Abrasive Cleaners, Bleach or Expose to extreme heat.
Why use grape seed oil not other oils?
Grape seed oil doesn't oxidize as quickly as other vegetable oils and therefore doesn't spoil after a period of time. Grape seed is a neutral oil.
Are the handles secure?
The handles are high quality stainless steel; they are fastened into the timber with stainless steel screws to provide durability and strength.
Are the boards solid timber?
All boards are made with a single piece of timber. Meaning that the board wont split creating gaps where germs can breed.
What should i do if my board starts to split or crack?
When you first notice this, apply oil over whole boards primarily near crack. But with proper care you shouldn't ever have this problem.
What are the best chopping boards?
One such study conducted by Professor Dean Cliver, a microbiologist at the University of California, conducted tests using the bacteria E. coli as a contaminant.The conclusion of the results was that plastic came a definite last-and that’s because bacteria are able to breed in the cuts left by knives.Marble and Glass came in equal second because bacteria spread everywhere. Both also lost points because they are tough on knives.
Wood was the definite winner, which came as no surprise to Professor Cliver. In many similar experiments, wood has always been a winner.
For more information see. Which chopping board is worse for spreading germs?
http:/health.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=165896&print=true
For further study results see information on Camphor Laurel resources page
Camphor laurel is a classified hardwood but it is a medium density hardwood so it wont damage knives
What is the main property of the timber?
Camphor Laurel timber has unique naturally occurring anti-bacterial properties.
How do I care for the board?
Hand wash with warm soapy water and oil board with grape seed oil every month or so. To restore knife marks give light hand sand with 240-400 grit sandpaper with oil then wipe excess oil off. DO NOT Soak in water, Put in Dishwasher, Use Abrasive Cleaners, Bleach or Expose to extreme heat.
Why use grape seed oil not other oils?
Grape seed oil doesn't oxidize as quickly as other vegetable oils and therefore doesn't spoil after a period of time. Grape seed is a neutral oil.
Are the handles secure?
The handles are high quality stainless steel; they are fastened into the timber with stainless steel screws to provide durability and strength.
Are the boards solid timber?
All boards are made with a single piece of timber. Meaning that the board wont split creating gaps where germs can breed.
What should i do if my board starts to split or crack?
When you first notice this, apply oil over whole boards primarily near crack. But with proper care you shouldn't ever have this problem.
What are the best chopping boards?
One such study conducted by Professor Dean Cliver, a microbiologist at the University of California, conducted tests using the bacteria E. coli as a contaminant.The conclusion of the results was that plastic came a definite last-and that’s because bacteria are able to breed in the cuts left by knives.Marble and Glass came in equal second because bacteria spread everywhere. Both also lost points because they are tough on knives.
Wood was the definite winner, which came as no surprise to Professor Cliver. In many similar experiments, wood has always been a winner.
For more information see. Which chopping board is worse for spreading germs?
http:/health.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=165896&print=true
For further study results see information on Camphor Laurel resources page