How Do You Get Smells Out Of Wood Cutting Boards?
Wood cutting boards are both beautiful and functional but are notorious for absorbing the odor of garlic, onions and other foods. Even after washing in hot, soapy water, the smell will still remain in the board. While nothing is guaranteed to take the smell out of wood cutting boards, there are a few things you can try before you decide to toss the board and purchase a new one. Wash the cutting board in hot, soapy water, and rinse. Use a fresh sponge dipped in white vinegar, and wipe the entire surface of the board. Allow to dry naturally. Sprinkle coarse salt (rock or sea) over the surface of the board. Fold a paper towel into quarters, and scrub the surface of the board with the salt. Let the board rest for 10 minutes and repeat. The salt will scrub the board and absorb some odors at the same time. Saturate a paper towel with lemon juice and wipe the board, working with the grain. The lemon juice will neutralize surface odors. Sand the cutting board smooth using 300-grit sandpaper. W
