A big issue with bamboo cutting board is its smell. If you used it for prolong periods without any care or maintenance, it will result in your board being smelly. Here are some cleaning tips to help you remove the smell of cutting boards.
Make sure you clean the boards after every use. For normal cleaning, just use warm water and a bit of detergent. Apply the detergent and rub the board gently to avoid damaging it. If you are cutting meat, make sure to use some bleach as a cleaning agent to kill off the batercia from the meat.
You should also use protective oil once every month to maintain the board’s appearance and shine. For best effects, oliver oil is great as they have minerals that are good for the boards. Simple heat the up the oil before use and apply it to the surface. Leave it on for about half an hour before cleaning the oil away with warm waer. Again, don’t use too much rubbing force to avoid damaging the board.
If you board already smells, you can do the following. Use baking soda and sprinkle some of it over the board. Allow the sode to sit on the board for about half an hour. Wash the soda off after that. If oyur odor is alkaline in nature, using white vinegar rather than baking soda would be the ideal choice.
I hope you enjoy this post on how to remove bamboo cutting board smell.