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submitted 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) by LunchEnjoyer@lemmy.world to c/woodworking@lemmy.ca

Hey woodies,

I'm not a woodworker by any means, but figured it could be here to ask about my question. I love and own some wooden kitchen utensils and cutlery, but want to it to last as long as possible. I never put it in the dishwasher, always wash by hand. However I have heard its possible to oil wooden utensils and such to make it last longer, I assume it prevents the water from deteriorating the wood(?)

So my questions are:

  • What oil should I use?
  • Do I use cheap oil?
  • How do I oil them? Apply with paper, or let them sit in oil over time?

Appreciate any tips or tricks to this!

Have a wonderful day 🌻

Edit, thanks for all the answers and advice, I'll research properly before buying either type of oil.

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[-] CobblerScholar@lemmy.world 7 points 7 months ago

I use butcher block oil which is just beeswax and food grade mineral oil but any food grade oil that won't spoil will do just fine

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