hardwood butcher block top finished in vintage caramel finish..is surface microbial?
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Can't say for sure but it's not pourous, very easy to wipe off. I use mine as kitchen island, looks great. I get compliments all the time.
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No. The surface is decorative. The instructions recommend you do not use for food prep or cutting. The finish is not coated so I am not sure that it is toxic but it is not meant to be used as a butcher block. We use ours with a cutting board and try to wipe up all spills and liquids right away, cleaning with only water and a mild dish soap. No problems so far after 9 months of use. The top is held on by 6 screws that fit in the bottom from the metal base. It seems like it would be easy to get a custom butcher block cut to use with this base.
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As far as I know, Butcher Block countertops have superb sanitary properties due to the presence of naturally occurring anti-microbial substances in the wood grain. No other man-made or natural countertop surface other than natural wood can offer this sanitary advantage.
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It is butcher block. My husband and I love this piece. It looks great and fits perfectly in our kitchen. I do, however, use a rubberwood cutting board on top.as it was a gift many years ago and I can't let it go. You'll not need one with this beautiful island. We gave several coats of lemon oil to the entire unit before using it. Dear husband thought it necessary and it did add to the beauty of the wood. I recommend you read up on care and cleaning of cutting boards. The internet is a good resource. Hope this helps you.
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Mine is finished, very well with a sealer that water etc has not penetrated as I use it in my kitchen. I believe "Plain" would mean there are no brands such as the winery it is from. Mine is just a finished wood barrel top. I love it and if I had room, I would purchase another.
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I Googled this product to find out the ingredients. I bought the product as a gift for my brother, so I do not have it at home to read the label for you.. Here is what one website said. "An all natural, antimicrobial formulation of beeswax, food grade mineral oil, and essential oils from lemon and rosemary, Emmet's Elixir is key to protecting your butcher block investment."
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I have not seen the bowl itself, as I sent it as a wedding gift to my registered dietitian granddaughter who sent me a nice thank you. I doubt that it is raw wood, either. I would imagine it has an oil finish of some sort, like mineral oil which is great for keeping butcher blocks usable and cutting boards also. Judging from the picture, that would be my guess as the grain of the wood is very visible and if it was raw wood, the bowl would be lighter in color.
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The Butcher Block Conditioner includes beeswax, which will be more water repellent than just the oil. Treating the knive handle or cutting board (esp. a butcher block style board) with multiple applications will allow the beeswax to penetrate deeply into the wood. Once done, a quick wipedown with oil is all that is needed to keep the board in good condition.Short answer: use Conditioner on an newly made handle/board or a cutting board that is not acting water repellent, and oil as a touchup after washing.
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I picked up some wood/bamboo conditioning oil and applied a few coats on the board, and I reapply it about once a month for maintenance. It helps to give the butcher block a nice rich color and makes it easier to clean too. I'm guessing that will help with the white haze you're seeing. You can get it at kitchen stores (like bed bath and beyond) or here on amazon. Good luck!
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This is a conditioner. Before conditioning wood ( or in the case of of wood trim in your home) it must be clean and dry and free of mold or nothing will stick for long.,... Remember, Black mold is difficult to remove from porous materials, and is a health hazard. Check with http://epa.gov and other websites for proper removal. Such as http://blackmold.awardspace.com/mold-removal-cleanup.html. But first...ask yourself, is this cutting board worth taking a chance on my family's health...or is it ready for the garbage.
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I think the manufacturer would have to answer that, but I can tell you that there are no fumes as I have experienced when working on wood with Min Wax, etc. The finish is dark, lustrous, and well coated with something protective so that it seems very scuff resistant. I have mine in a knook that used to be a closet. I took the door off a coat closet at the front entrance of my home. Then I assembled the bench inside the knook for shoes. It is beautiful. I made a cushion to cover it. I absolutely love it! I got a mahogany colored one. I put hooks up on the walls in the knook for coats, etc. I'm so proud of this coat knook with the bench. Anne
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Its not a typical butcher block, but can be used as a cutting surface. It is quite thin though and is prone to splitting. I will be replacing my top after limited us for about a year.
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Yes it will, but soap and water will do the same job. I made butcher block counter tops for my kitchen and finished them with salad bowl finish. They look great and the finish wears well.
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My block is wood and has spaces for steak knives. The one in this picture is not familiar to me. Sorry.
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It looks like oak and could have been stained. I chose a varnish without stain. Ot seems sturdy.
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It appears to be, because it has grain on the top and bottom. It is a dark wood, cherry finish on top and unfinished underneath. I would not dare to guess what kind.
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There is a finish. some type of wood sealer cannot tell suggest you contact totally bamboo and ask them.By Mail:1810 Diamond StreetSan Marcos CA 92078Phone:PH: (760) 471-6600FAX: (760) 471-6601www.totallybamboo.com
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I have had this for slightly less than a year and see no signs of it biodegrading. I suspect it would need a true field condition, including consistent moisture and appropriate microbes. My hardwood floors are technically biodegradable but they should last decades or more. Probably a similar situation.
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I have no idea. I looked at the can for information & could not find an answer to the question.I used to use Butcher's Was but since it can not be found I resorted to this. I use it on our wood floor & it does the job.