butcher block countertops
How To Take Care Of Your Butcher Block Countertop
If you are looking for a particular brand or style of countertop for your counters, you are going to find that there are several styles to choose from within each brand that you come across. You want to be sure that you get quality stuff, and you need to know about butcher block countertops as well. Butcher block countertops are perfect for a country kitchen, French kitchen, or cottage. The warm casual appearance is perfect for that relaxed dcor. And caring for your butcher block countertop could never be easier. Woos is porous but it also cannot be sealed so bacteria from foods and meats gets absorbed. It's great place for bacteria to grow and flourish. So maintaining your butcher block correctly is very important. 1. Use a mild dishwasher solution to wash well and then rinse and wipe dry. 2. You should wipe down regularly with a disinfectant or make up a mix of 1 part bleach with 10 parts water. Let stand on the countertop for about 10 minutes and then rinse. Allow to air dry. 3. You can use fresh lemon juice to deodorize the counter. Just let is sit on the surface for 15 minutes. Rinse and let dry. 4. Every now and then give it a good coat of oil. This stops it from becoming brittle. Mineral oil works well on surfaces that are used to prepare food. Apply, then let sit fro an hour and wipe away any extra. Then wash with warm soapy water. Butcher block wood is so durable and attractive that it looks wonderful for as countertop. It's also much less prone to holding bacteria than plastic or some other finishes. Using a finish that repels water is a smart move. You might consider a water repellent finish that reduces the effect of moisture and minimizes the amount of swelling the wood experiences....
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