How Do You Seal Wooden Spoons With Shellac Oil?
Wooden spoons, wooden bowls and wooden cutting boards all add to the warmth and charm of many kitchens. But did you know that untreated wooden products absorb water and bacteria and that bacteria can grow and multiply in the pores and cracks of unfinished wooden kitchen utensils? However, with just minimal care your wooden spoons can be germ free and remain beautiful and new-looking for years to come. The secret? Just a little natural shellac oil. Allow your food grade shellac oil (available at home centers and even many hardware stores) to warm to room temperature. Make sure your wooden spoons are completely dry. Brand new spoons can be treated before they are ever used, but older spoons can be treated as well. If treating new spoons treat before washing. Pour a generous amount of shellac oil onto a cotton cloth and then liberally wipe the oil onto every surface of your wooden spoon. Lay your oil-covered spoons on a paper towel and allow the oil to soak in for 5 minutes. Wipe the exce
