🌿   Oils & Waxes:  Good!  

          Wood naturally dries out over time.  Regular oiling creates a moisture barrier and restores its luster.

• Oil once a month or when ever the  wood appears dull with a food-safe oil.  If used as "decorative art piece only" then perhaps once a year or more.
  Apply and rub a generous amount of oil over all surfaces with a soft cloth. Let it sit for at least 15–20 minutes (or overnight for deep rejuvenation), then buff away the excess until the wood no longer feels greasy.
  Rub in and wipe off any excess. You can't oil wood too often or too much so long as you buff it all off when done and give it a day to dry.
• Recommended oils:
  Food-grade mineral, linseed, tung oils, danish or coconut oils.  Here are some very good choices: Bumblechutes, TriedandTrue, and Howard’s.
• Optional protection:
  Food-safe beeswax can be applied over oil for added protection (some oils already contain bees wax). Put it on light and buff with a super soft towel.
• Stay away from standard polyunsaturated food oils:
  Vegetable, corn, olive, peanut, walnut and non-purified coconut oils will go rancid and damage the wood. Oil intended for use on wood is further purified. If you are buying it in the supermarket it should not be used on wood.  

  🚿🔥  Water & Heat:  Be careful! 

          The primary rule of wooden ware care is to never use a dishwasher; the intense heat and water will cause warping and/or cracking.

• Wash and dry promptly:
  Hand rinse with room temperature water, use a mild soap (no perfumes), a non-abrasive sponge and towel dry immediately.   
• Dry properly:
  Rinse and wipe dry with a clean towell right after washing to prevent the wood from absorbing too much moisture and to prevent warping. Allow to fully air dry allowing for air flow on a rack.
  Do not lay flat until completely dry. This is especially true of cutting boards.
• Never soak or submerge:
  Do not leave in the sink, on a wet counter, or in standing water as this will lead to splitting.
• Never use appliances or high heat:
  Do not put in the dishwasher, microwave, or oven.
  Do not place hot utensils or cookware on the wood.

  ✨ Sanitizing and Deodorizing

          If wood develops a food smell or was used for raw foods, you can sanitize it naturally.

          This is an almost never event. Not oiling/waxing and leaving wet does opens the possibility.

• Vinegar Solution: Wipe the surface with a mixture of one part white vinegar to five parts water. Let it sit for two minutes before rinsing and drying.
• Lemon and Salt: To remove stubborn odors like garlic, rub the interior with half a lemon and a sprinkle of coarse salt, then rinse. 

  👮🏻  Storage and Protection

• Environment: Store your bowl in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heaters, or ovens, which can cause the wood to dry out and crack.
• Usage: While sturdy, it is best to use wooden or silicone utensils to avoid deep scratches in the finish.
• Restoration: if the surface becomes rough, lightly sand it with fine-grit sandpaper (400 to 600 grit) or a brown paper bag, then re-oil it immediately.