Yes, as long as a food safe finish is applied, such as tung oil, or mineral oil. Reapply when wood seems to be drying out.
Maple, which is very hard and won't give the food bad flavors.
The best way to sanitize a cutting board after cutting raw meat is to rinse immediately after cutting the meat on the board. Afterwards use hydrogen peroxide to disinfect the board.
There are a number of places someone in Ottawa can buy an inexpensive wood cutting board. They can be purchased from any Walmart store and also from Bed Bath and Beyond.
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Yes it can!! I prefer mahogany over walnut as a dark wood because of some peoples allergies to the walnut. Best dark wood for cutting boards in my opinion is purple heart. But mahogany is cheap and easier to find. I use mahogany and maple combinations to make a great cutting board.
I have done so and seems to work perfectly
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The weight of a cutting board can vary depending on its size, thickness, and the material from which it is made. Here are some approximate weight ranges for common types of cutting boards: Plastic Cutting Boards: Plastic cutting boards are typically lightweight and easy to handle. A standard-sized plastic cutting board may weigh anywhere from 1 to 3 pounds (0.45 to 1.36 kilograms), depending on its dimensions and thickness. Wooden Cutting Boards: Wooden cutting boards tend to be heavier than plastic ones due to the density of the wood. The weight of a wooden cutting board can vary based on the type of wood used and its size. A medium-sized wooden cutting board might weigh between 3 to 8 pounds (1.36 to 3.63 kilograms). Bamboo Cutting Boards: Bamboo cutting boards are lightweight yet durable. They typically weigh slightly less than wooden cutting boards of similar size. A bamboo cutting board might weigh around 2 to 6 pounds (0.91 to 2.72 kilograms), depending on its dimensions. Glass or Stone Cutting Boards: Glass or stone cutting boards are heavier than plastic, wood, or bamboo boards due to the density of the material. These cutting boards can weigh anywhere from 5 to 15 pounds (2.27 to 6.80 kilograms), depending on their size and thickness. Keep in mind that these weight ranges are approximate and can vary based on the specific design and construction of the cutting board. When purchasing a cutting board, consider your preferences for weight, as well as factors such as durability, maintenance, and suitability for food preparation tasks.
Whenever a plastic or wood cutting board gets very worn with many grooves and cuts, it should either be refinished or replaced. Wood can be sanded. Some plastic boards might do well with refinishing - try manual sanding or planing. Wood cutting boards should be treated with food grade mineral oil after sanding. Do not use cooking oil since that will turn rancid.
cutting wood across its grain is called
wood cutting magic logs- 4hr for 1m
John Boos is known for selling wood cutting boards. The company also offers a variety of products such as Block Board Cream with Beeswax and Cutting Board Mystery Oil to keep their cutting boards looking like new!
No, I would not recomend using pine in a cutting board at all. You can use soft maple from the big box stores to keep cost down. Hickory may be even cheaper.