Care guide
KORENA Set
500 ml + 150 ml
Thank you. Here is how to care for your wood.
Oil first, then Butter. Six steps.
How to use it
Step 1Wash and dry
Mild soap, warm water. Let it dry fully.
Step 2Oil every face
With a cloth, along the grain. End grain too.
Step 3Let it soak
20 minutes. A new or very dry board: overnight.
Step 4Wipe off
Clean cloth. Food safe once wiped.
Step 5A thin layer
Work it in with a clean cloth.
Step 6Buff
After a few minutes. A soft satin sheen.
New board? Oil it 3–4 times in the first week, overnight each time.
When to care
- After useHand wash. Dry on its edge.
- Every monthOil.
- Pale or dryOil now.
- Water soaks inButter.
Never
Dishwasher
Soaking in the sink
Drying on a radiator
Varnished or lacquered wood
Works on
- Cutting boards
- Butcher blocks
- Spoons and utensils
- Bowls
- Worktops
Unfinished or oiled wood.
Something looks off?
Grey or dry
Oil overnight, two or three days running. Then Butter.
Sticky
Too much product. Buff hard with a dry cloth.
Fuzzy after washing
Once dry, sand lightly with 240 grit. Then oil.
Stains or smells
Coarse salt and half a lemon. Rinse, dry, oil.
Small cracks
Keep it oiled. A deep crack that traps food: retire the board.
Running low?
Oil: about 12–25 applications. Butter: about 15–30.
The Set costs €2.90 less than buying both.
Questions
Is it suitable for food-contact wood?
Yes. Oil is purified pharmaceutical-grade white mineral oil (Ph. Eur.). Wipe off excess oil and buff the balm before using the wood with food.
How often should I use it?
Oil monthly, or when the wood looks pale or dry. Apply a thin layer of Butter after oiling, or when water stops beading.
Can I use it on varnished wood?
Use it on unfinished or oiled wood. Do not apply it to varnished surfaces. Never put wooden boards in a dishwasher or leave them soaking.
Why use both Oil and Butter?
Oil soaks into the wood and helps prevent drying. Butter adds a beeswax layer for a water-resistant finish. Butter alone does not replace oiling a very dry board.
How should I store the products?
Keep both tightly closed, away from direct sunlight and heat. Each bottle and jar carries a batch number.
How do I treat a new or very dry board?
On a new board, apply Oil 3–4 times in the first week. For very dry wood, repeat oiling over 2–3 days. Leave it overnight, wipe off excess, then apply a thin layer of Butter and buff.
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