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Coverage

Coating

You can protect the board with kitchen oil, paraffin oil, or wax. All are safe and natural. They make the board more durable and resistant to potential damage. However, remember that regardless of the oil used, wooden boards should not be washed in the dishwasher.

Surowe

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AdvantagesRaw, natural appearance, contrasts attractively with engraving. The board can be ordered with a paper banderole and will not leave a greasy trace.
DisadvantagesHigher liquid absorbency, which may affect the durability of the board.
TipIf you opt for a raw board, wipe it with vegetable oil before first use. Repeat this process whenever the board appears to be dried out.

Vegetable oil

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Price
Low
AvailabilityGrocery stores
SmellCharacteristic aroma of oil
Level of protectionBasic. Protects against dirt and moisture penetration from products. Does not protect against fiber distortion during the first use of the board.
UV protectionNone
ImportantOil from the board may leave greasy traces on the paper banderole, so when choosing packaging, we recommend adding shrink film.

This is the basic way to protect the boards. It is cheap and readily available, with its special feature being to enhance the color of the board and give it a distinct shine.

TipApply again every 3-4 times you wash the board. No need for gloves..

Parafin oil

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PriceLow
AvailabilityPharmacy, drugstores
HighlightGives the board a distinct color
SmellNone
Level of protectionBasic. Protects against dirt and moisture penetration from products. Does not protect against fiber distortion during the first use of the board.
UV protectionNone
ImportantOil from the board may leave greasy traces on the paper banderole, so when choosing packaging, we recommend adding shrink film.

Its characteristics are very similar to cooking oil, with the difference that paraffin oil is odorless.

TipApply again every 3-4 times you wash the board. No need for gloves.

Hard wax

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PriceHigher than oils
AvailabilitySpecialized stores, such as those with wood care products
HighlightCreates a characteristic film that provides additional protection against moisture. Gives slightly less color intensity than oils.
SmellNone
Level of protectionBasic. Protects against dirt and moisture penetration from products. Protects against fiber distortion during the first use of the board (unlike oil).
UV protectionNone
ImportantOil from the board may leave greasy traces on the paper banderole, so when choosing packaging, we recommend adding shrink film.

Highest level of protection. While it is slightly more expensive and harder to find than oils, it provides UV protection and prevents fiber distortion during the first use.

Fun factApply again every 10-15 times you wash the board. Use gloves.

Varnish and lacquer

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InformationProtection against dirt
Lacquering wooden products provides the best protection against dirt. Unique appearance. Opaque lacquer allows you to give the product a special look.
We offer lacquering with clear lacquer for all products that will not come into contact with food.
ImportantThe lacquers do not have a certificate for contact with food.
Lacquer does not provide 100% protection for the product against the action of water.

More info about our varnish possibilites below

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2. Wood
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4. Side
finish