How to Make a Finish for Salad Bowls
Caring for a classic wooden salad bowl is easy, but it does require a few basic supplies and a bit of time and attention. It is critical that anything you apply to your salad bowls be food safe; however, you also want a salad bowl finish that will protect and preserve the wood for years to come. This salad bowl finish is inexpensive, easy and will keep your wooden salad bowl glowing and beautiful, while preventing the absorption of food oils. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Mineral oil
- Granulated beeswax
- Soft cloth
- Steel wool or sandpaper as needed
Instructions
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Warm a small amount of mineral oil over low heat in a small pot. Approximately 1 cup of mineral oil will be more than adequate for even a very large salad bowl.
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Add approximately 2 tbsp. of granulated beeswax to the warmed mineral oil. Stir gently to dissolve. You may add a bit more or less beeswax if you prefer. If you can find only solid beeswax, grate the wax with a cheese grater before adding to the oil.
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Clean your wooden salad bowl thoroughly. For normal wear and tear, try steel wool before applying the salad bowl finish. If your salad bowl has more wear or damage, you may wish to sand it with gradually finer sandpaper.
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Use a soft cloth to apply the salad bowl finish. Apply the finish liberally to both the inside and outside of the bowl.
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Buff the salad bowl finish into the bowl using small, circular movements. Cover all surfaces to protect your bowl from water and oil absorption. Apply an additional thin layer of mineral oil occasionally to keep your salad bowl looking beautiful.
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Tips & Warnings
Salad bowl finishes may also be purchased at a good home improvement center or kitchen store.
Avoid using food oils as a finish for wooden salad bowls, as they can go rancid.
