Wood cutting boards and plastic cutting boards offer distinct advantages, with the following differences highlighting the benefits of wood:

Knife-Friendly Surface: Wood cutting boards are gentler on knives compared to plastic ones, helping to preserve the sharpness of your blades over time.

Natural Antibacterial Properties: Wood has innate antimicrobial properties that make it naturally resistant to bacteria, making wood cutting boards a hygienic option for food preparation.

Enhanced Durability: Wood cutting boards are known for their durability and longevity, often lasting longer than plastic counterparts when properly cared for and maintained.

Aesthetic Appeal: Wood boards add a touch of warmth and sophistication to your kitchen, elevating the overall ambiance and aesthetic of your culinary space.

Eco-Friendly Choice: Opting for wood cutting boards promotes sustainability, as they are typically made from renewable and biodegradable materials, contributing to a more eco-conscious kitchen.

In summary, wood cutting boards not only provide a more knife-friendly and hygienic surface but also offer a timeless elegance that complements any kitchen decor, making them the ideal choice for your culinary needs.

All our products undergo a process of being coated with two layers of food-safe mineral oil before they leave our workshop. Our choice of mineral oil (OSMO Top Oil) results in a natural, non-toxic finish that preserves the authentic look of our chopping boards and other items. Unlike certain oils, mineral oil dries without leaving a glossy residue, ensuring a completely food-safe surface for all your culinary creations.

We recommend reapplying a fresh coat of oil to your product every week for the first month and then once annually, ensuring its longevity and maintaining its natural beauty. Feel free to reach out to us if you need any further advice on how to care for your cherished items.

Old Japanese saying:

"Oil it once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for a year,
and then once a year for the rest of your life.”

For everyday care, it's advisable to refrain from submerging your board in water. Instead, gently wash it with warm, soapy water. Ensure you store it on a flat surface to prevent any unnecessary movement, and avoid subjecting the board to sudden temperature changes.

For all our non-food oak products, we use Danish oil as a protective treatment. Danish oil is a versatile option suitable for various wood types, containing specific components that prevent it from drying with a glossy sheen. It's an effortless wipe-on finish that accentuates the natural beauty and open grain of the timber, resulting in a soft, lustrous finish. Moreover, it provides a durable, water-resistant satin finish, adding to the product's longevity and resilience.

You're welcome to reapply the oil as frequently as you prefer, but we recommend following the aforementioned guidelines for optimal maintenance and care. Feel free to reach out to us if you require any additional information or assistance regarding the upkeep of your non-food oak items.

Please note that The Crafty Oak cannot be held responsible for any issues arising from mishandling, lack of oiling, improper storage, inadequate maintenance, or incorrect usage. Rest assured, we take every precaution to sand our products, ensuring a smooth and splinter-free finish.

HOW TO INSTALL A HANGING WINE RACK ON ANY SURFACE

Hanging a wine rack can be a daunting task for homeowners. There’s a general fear and unease surrounding bottles falling and wine racks ripping through walls. But if you know how to install your new hanging wine rack properly – and you understand the various strength levels of different wall surfaces – you’ll be equipped with everything you need. Read on to learn how to correctly set up a secure and beautiful hanging wine rack.

WHERE TO PLACE YOUR NEW WINE RACK

The benefit of hanging wine racks is they can be installed pretty much anywhere and look beautiful whether you have one or multiple storage units. Most wall-mounted wine racks are secured directly to walls using various types of hardware; they can be hung on virtually any surface or substrate, including plasterboard, stone, tile or other masonry, concrete or metal. You can hang one just about anywhere and create installations that are only limited by your imagination and the size of your wine collection! The following are some of the most common and secure surfaces for hanging a wine rack to give you a starting point for the planning process.

LAMINATE OR TILE

If you’re planning to hang your wine rack onto a laminate or tile surface, you need to verify what material lies beneath, as this is most likely what will be supporting the bulk of the weight. Typically, a laminate or tile facade is placed on a plasterboard or plywood-backed surface. Be careful when drilling into tile or laminate in order to reach the interior surface. While these facades are visually appealing, they’re usually extremely fragile and can break if you try to force anything or drill too far in.

PLASTEBOARD

Plasterboard anchor systems are some of the more common methods for hanging a wine rack. They can hold a lot of weight and give you the flexibility to place your metal wine rack pretty much anywhere. This is due to the pure strength of spiral inserts, toggle bolts and other rated anchors. If you’re working with bare wood studs, you may want to add a plywood backer board behind the finished wall, but this isn’t required.

SOLID WOOD OR STUDS

Mounting your wine rack into a solid wood backer or set of studs is often the preferred method of installation as it’s one of the most secure and reliable ways to hang a metal wine rack. Plus, installing a hanging wine rack to a wood surface provides even greater strength than attaching it to plasterboard and usually reduces installation time. When hanging a wine rack on wood walls or studs, you’ll usually only need simple wood screws. Just keep in mind that you’ll need to confirm that there’s a plywood backer on the other side of the wall or start the project from the studs in order to hang your wine rack this way.

MASONRY

When using the proper masonry anchors, most stonework has more than enough strength to hold multiple hanging wine racks. Masonry anchors are similar to plasterboard anchor systems in that they’re rated to support a lot of weight, but always check the anchor instructions to ensure you don’t exceed the weight limitations. If you’re working with a more fragile masonry surface, you’ll want to be extremely careful since products like brick can crack if too much pressure is applied.

HOW TO HANG A WINE RACK ON THE WALL

Hanging a wine rack on a wall can make your vino storage a work of art while freeing up precious counter space. Whether youre opting for a 8 bottle wine rack or the full 12 bottle wine rack, correct installation can ensure your new hanging wine rack is secure and stable, protecting your walls and prized wine collection. To hang your new wine rack, you’ll need the following:

Measuring tape
Wood screws
Toggle bolts
Wood screws
Stud finder
Eyehooks
Hammer
Pencil
Drill

1. MEASURE & PLAN

First, you’ll want to measure the distance between the hanging hardware on the wine rack using a measuring tape. Then, determine the general area where you want to place your new hanging wine rack. Consider what wall surface will work best for your needs and ensure that there’s enough clearance when installed to walk around it. Ideally, you’ll have already planned this out prior to purchasing your wine rack.

2. LOCATE THE STUD

Next, find the stud in the wall where you want to hang your new wine rack. Utilising a stud provides more support and strength for your hanging wine rack. Use your trusty stud finder to lightly tap the wall with a hammer. If you hear a solid thud, you’ve found the stud! A more hollow sound indicates there’s no stud in that spot.

3. MAP OUT YOUR MEASUREMENTS

Now that you have your measurements and know where your studs are located, use a pencil to mark where your hardware will go. If possible, try to place all bolts into a stud. Otherwise, place at least one of the mounting bolts into a stud.

4. DRILL THE HOLES FOR THE MOUNTING SCREWS

Once you’ve measured (and measured again), you can begin to drill the holes for your hanging hardware. First, drill your pilot hole through the plasterboard and into the stud at the location you’ve marked. Then, use a drill bit one size smaller than the included mounting screws. For any mounting screws that won’t be located in the stud, drill a hole slightly larger than a toggle bolt. Toggle bolts help to anchor the screw when no stud is present.

5. BOLT THE WINE RACK TO THE WALL

Finally, it’s time to hang your new wine rack! Carefully place the hanging wine rack into the wall, starting with the stud holes. Use wood screws for stud installation and toggle bolts for non-stud installation. Your wine rack should be secured and flush with the wall. Congratulations! You’ve successfully installed your new hanging wine rack.