FAQ

What finish do you use on your chopping boards and why?

First off, we saturate each board with food grade mineral oil, leaving it to soak into the board, then we apply a liberal coat of our own "One Condition" chopping board conditioner, which is made of food grade mineral oil, beeswax and carnauba wax.

The point of adding finish to a chopping board is not to protect from scratches but rather to prevent too much moisture entering the board which will help extend the lifetime of your board.

Do your boards warp?

All wooden chopping boards have the potential to warp and this can often come down to how the board is cared for, however, the way our boards are made, by laminating many small strips together can help prevent board warpage. Make sure you check our our board care page to help prevent board warpage and generally extend the life of your chopping board.

Why is there oil leaking out of my new board?

We finish all our boards with food grade mineral oil, natural beeswax and carnauba wax.
Wood, being a natural product will absorb or expel oil depending on the temperature and humidity of the location it is kept, you can simply wipe it off with a paper towel.

Will the colour of the wood fade.

Different woods react differently to their environments, Purple Heart for example will quickly turn a regular brown if left in direct sunlight.
The best way to ensure your board retains its rich colour is to look after it and keep it out of direct sunlight.
Check out our board care page on how to look after your board.

What sustainability practices does The Board Company employ in its operations?

We are dedicated to sustainability, and so is our primary timber supplier; you can find information on their sustainability efforts here.
Additionally, we prioritize the use of recyclable and compostable packaging to reduce our environmental impact. Moreover, a significant portion of the energy used in crafting our boards is sourced from our own solar array.

Why do you not use New Zealand native timbers

A lot of New Zealand native timbers are protected and can only be sourced from either reclaimed timber or from trees that have naturally come down in storms.

Further more, a lot of the more popular timbers such as Rimu and Kauri are considered soft and therefore not well suited to the wear and tear of a chopping board.