Looking After Your TuckerCraft Board

A TuckerCraft board is more than a kitchen tool; it is a handcrafted piece of functional art built to last for generations. Like any fine timber, a little 'Deep Strategy' in its care goes a long way. Follow these steps to ensure your board remains beautiful, resilient, and ready for every occasion.

🧼 Cleaning & Drying

• Always clean your board promptly after use, especially after preparing chicken or fish.
• Scrape off any residue, then wash with warm soapy water — no soaking required.
• Wash both sides to maintain balanced moisture exposure and prevent warping.
• Dry evenly by standing the board upright on its edge, allowing air to circulate.

🟣 Stain Awareness

• Avoid cutting foods with strong pigments like beetroot, turmeric, or berries.
• While the wax finish offers good protection, our boards contain no hardeners — which aren’t food safe — so staining is still possible.
• A complimentary bottle of board conditioner is included to help maintain the finish.

🚫 What Not to Do

• Never use harsh wire scrubbers or strong chemical cleaners.
• Do not put your board in the dishwasher — the heat and water exposure will damage it.
• Avoid leaving your board in direct sunlight for extended periods. Timber is organic, and even with a wax finish, uneven drying can cause cupping or warping.

🧴 Conditioning & Care

• Regular conditioning keeps your board looking its best. With frequent use and cleaning, the timber will naturally dry out over time.
• We recommend conditioning:
  • After the first month of use
  • Again after two months
  • Then as needed — whenever the board looks dry 
• The more often you condition, the longer your board will retain its rich colour and smooth finish.

🌿 About the Conditioner

Your complimentary bottle is a food-safe blend of:

• Mineral oil
• Beeswax
• Carnauba wax
• Vitamin E

Supplied by Howard Products NZ (Australia), this is the same trusted formula found in Howard’s Butcher Block Conditioner with Vitamin E — safe for all food-contact surfaces.

You can purchase additional Howards Board Care products from our Market stalls, or you can find a link at the bottom of this page to purchase online.

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This board was made with my own hands as a timeless piece of natural, functional art. I hope it brings warmth to your kitchen, elevates your entertaining, and sparks conversation around your table.

Thank you for choosing TuckerCraft.

Warm regards,
Ross