Caring for your products

The structure of wood is designed by nature as a transportation system for moisture and nutrients within the living tree. This transportation system remains in place once a cutting board is created from the wood. It's important to keep this in mind when caring for a cutting board. Wood gains moisture as humidity around the board goes up and it loses moisture as the air dries out. When you receive your cutting board it has a mineral oil finish on it. The reason we finish our cutting boards is to inhibit the movement of moisture in and out of the block. Mineral oil is a completely food safe finish, unfortunately mineral oil is not permanent and it can be washed off with normal maintenance. That means it's necessary to maintain the mineral oil finish relatively regularly. Mineral oil can be purchased at any grocery or pharmacy. Butcher block oils can also be purchased for those that want the added wax for protection.

how soon can i get my product(s)?

We do our absolute best to get your order into your hands as soon as possible. If you chose local pickup for a ready made board, you’ll receive an email to set an appointment for pickup at our Downtown Toledo warehouse. Ready made boards purchased on the website will ship within 1-2 business days. Custom boards are made to order and ship within 7-10 days.

what is the process for custom furniture or counters?

We have experience fabricating wood surfaces of almost any size. Additionally, we offer a variety of custom products. The first step in getting your custom design or idea made is to reach out to us via our contact page and we will assist you in the design and build process.

what are the options for commercial or large corporate orders?

We handle these types of orders on a case by case basis. Just reach out to us! We'd love to take care of your business needs.

how do i clean my product?

Don't immerse your board in water. Sponge it off with warm, soapy water. Immediately towel dry it thoroughly. If the board needs to be disinfected pour 1 part bleach to 10 parts water. It's advised that boards not be use for excessive meat preparation because of the bacteria left behind that need strong chemicals and a good scrubbing to kill.

what about other types of wood?

We only use wood that has been responsibly sourced locally. By doing so, the types of wood available are limited to what grows right here in NW Ohio. It’s common for other companies use woods that have been harvested, deforested, and/or shipped thousands of miles before it reaches your kitchen. Here at Toledo Butcher Block, we feel that prioritizing sustainably harvested and reclaimed materials is worth the extra effort. Thankfully, the wood we do have access to sustainably is unique in its own color and grain. We sort and assemble our products with care to ensure you are left with a beautiful product.