Verano Spanish Ceramics Olive Wood - Chopping Board Inverted Handle

Made from sustainably sourced Olive Wood for great performance and durability, this rustic chopping board is a fantastic way to serve up tapas, breads and sweet treats or just add some fun to cooking when chopping meat and vegetables. Produced by a co-operative of olive wood farmers in Tunisia. Olive Wood is a beautiful, hard-wearing and hygienic wood. Each board is handmade using traditional methods and the highest quality of wood. It is a wonderful piece of natural wood and a slice of Mediterranean living.

How do I care for my olive wood products ?

To keep your olive wood in top condition, never put olive wood in a dishwasher, always hand wash with warm water and leave to dry, it’s important to oil it regularly. This will help to protect the wood and keep it looking its best. We recommend using rapeseed oil, applied with a clean cloth. Just be sure not to use too much oil, as this can make the board slippery.

When you’re not using it, store your olive wood in a cool, dry place. And if it starts to look dry or dull, simply give it a quick rub with rapeseed oil to renew the lustre.

With proper care, your olive wood will last for many years to come! So if you’re looking for a high-quality, durable and beautiful cutting surface, we highly recommend giving one a try.

How do you care for an olive wood cutting boards ?

Don’t clean your chopping board in the dishwasher, or leave it to soak the detergent and hot water can weaken the timber fibres and may cause splits and cracks. Instead, make sure to hand wash your board using mild detergent and warm water and dry with a soft cloth or microfibre, and it’s a good idea to wipe the board down with rapeseed oil every so often to keep it looking its best.

Is olive wood hygienic?

Olive wood has been found to be an excellent option for use in the kitchen due to its natural oils and antibacterial properties which enable its ability to eliminate bacteria, therefore olivewood is typically considered more hygienic compared to many other kinds of wood.

How long do olive wood boards last?

Olive wood boards can last for many years with the proper care. It is important to oil the board regularly with rapeseed oil and store it in a cool, dry place when not in use. If the board starts to look dry or dull, simply rub it with some rapeseed oil to restore it to looking like new again.