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Wooden Bowl Care and Cleaning
Hand wash bowls with mild soap and water, then dry off with a towel. Do not place it in the dishwasher or submerge it in water for cleaning. All of my bowls have a food-safe oil finish to bring out the natural beauty of the wood as well as to increase the longevity of the bowl. I recommend that you apply mineral oil or butcher block oil once a month or whenever the bowl looks dry, to maintain the natural beauty of the wood and to help prevent the wood from getting stained.
E.F. Woodturning Bowl Finish
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Firstly, before use, shake the finish bottle to homogenize the mixture. Then, using the built-in pipette, apply a few squirts onto a folded paper towel, and rub onto the bowl in sections. The more vigorously you rub, the shinier the finish will be. The finish will be completely dried and cured withing 24-48 hours and ready for use with food.
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Most bowl and cutting board maintenance products consist of non-curing oils, which evaporate over time and wash off with water. Wooden bowls need regular maintenance to ensure longevity, as they dry out easily with frequent washes. A dry bowl lets water seep in and stains easily. This product not only penetrates the wood and cures within but also seals the grain in a very thin application. The ingredients are completely food-safe after curing, and regular application can maximize your bowl's lifespan while maintaining a shining luster.
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Wood producst have a unique antibacterial quality that prevents micro-organisms from thriving. Any bowl that has a total seal over it, whether it be a thick polymer finish or coated in epoxy resin, no longer has that feature, as the plastics can harbor bacteria. However, preserving the wood while leaving it exposed to harness its antibacterial qualities leaves a challenge, as most thin and penetrating finishes become dull over time and can leave the wood vulnerable to cracking or stains. This finish producst is easy to use, food safe, and increases the longevity of the bowl while preserving the advantageous qualities of using wood.