Food Safe Finishes For Butcher Block Countertops

Aftermarket finishes emmet s elixir wood conditioner.

Food safe finishes for butcher block countertops.

This easy to use cream based conditioner provides a protective sealant and restorative luster. Any finish is safe to use on a butcher block table or countertop that will not be used as a cutting surface. We sell the full line of rubio monocoat products and can include them with your butcher block order. Emmet s elixir is an all natural anti microbial formulation of beeswax and food safe mineral oil that is ideal for our unfinished and rubbed oil butcher block products.

Any film forming finish you would normally choose for durability and appearance will be just fine photo 1. Some kinds of waxes serve as a food safe finish or add an additional protective topcoat. Carnauba wax can be applied as a standalone finish or a topcoat with another finish. If the surface won t be cut on the answer is simple.

There are several food safe lacquers and finishes you can choose from including. Safe for contact with food photo 1. Pure tung oil is a good choice for a food safe wood finish for your butcher block countertop or kitchen island. According to george snyder a product manager with woodcraft all finishes made after 1972 are food safe when cured properly.

Remember if you plan to use your butcher block for food prep then anything you seal it with will potentially contaminate your food. It s easy to apply nontoxic and leaves a beautiful matte finish that fits into almost any home style. During my time as a paint department manager i had many customers ask me what type of food safe wood stain and sealer would best for things like butcher blocks cutting boards salad bowls wooden utensils etc. Beeswax made by honeybees can improve the aroma of oil finishes and make them more water repellent.