"kilikini" > wrote in message
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> James Silverton wrote:
>> MJB wrote on Sun, 12 Aug 2007 12:00:53 -0600:
>>
>>>> It's seriously making the kitchen stink. Any suggestions
>>>> are welcome.
>>>>
>>> Sand it smooth and re-finish it.
>>
>> That's probably the best way to go but weak bleach might be
>> worthwhile before sanding and regular application of mineral
>> oil (medicinal paraffin) does tend to prevent odors soaking in.
>> To tell the truth, I gave up on my maple cutting board when it
>> split in two and now use dish-washer safe plastic boards.
>>
>
> Unfortunately, I'm the dishwasher in this house. :~) Maybe I should be
> looking into getting a plastic cutting board then? This particular wood
> cutting board has some sentimental value. It was made by my husband's
> uncle, so we'd like to somehow keep it. Do you recommend switching to
> plastic?
>
> kili
>
I had a favorite board that split. DH regularized the split and used up a
bunch of power tools and stuff and put it back together (OB food: with
"biscuits"), better than new. I still have it. I also have 3 plastic boards.
When I'm cooking a lot of stuff, or veggies and meat, I can grab for another
clean one quick.
Edrena