Bamboo Cutleries

Handwash Bamboo Cutleries for best results
While our bamboo cutleries are dishwasher safe, we recommend handwashing them to extend their life. Dishwashing is far less gentle than handwashing and uses high temperatures to sanitize and dry. Other types of laminated or glued bamboo cookware made from several pieces can actually come apart in the dishwasher. Because our utensils are always made from a single piece of bamboo, they won’t. However, due to the drying effects of dishwashing, we’d still recommend handwashing to keep your bamboo kitchen utensils healthy. If your bamboo cookware does end up in the dishwasher, keep it protected with consistent applications of wood oil.

Refrain from soaking bamboo
If you tend to toss dishes in the sink to soak after cooking a meal, find a different spot to keep your bamboo cookware. Soaking bamboo cutleries for extended periods of time can cause them to become discolored or to warp in strange ways. Keep your eco-friendly utensils clear of cracks and discoloration by either leaving bamboo cutleries on a special rack after cooking or by washing them quickly after use.

Using wood oil on bamboo cookware and cutting boards
Proper everyday care and cleaning of bamboo cutleries are the most important ways to keep your eco-friendly bamboo cooking utensils and bamboo cutting boards looking great for years to come. Your utensils are meant to be well-used daily cooking items, so a little extra TLC every now and then is needed. To best preserve your bamboo cookware, supplement your daily care with specially formulated bamboo and wood oil. Applying a finishing wood oil to bamboo cutleries rehydrates your bamboo and gives it a barrier to keep moisture out.

To prevent your bamboo cutleries or cutting boards from drying out, apply wood oil monthly. Don't use your bamboo cookware as frequently? Apply wood oil when your utensils are starting to look dry or after big events.

To oil your utensils, first shake the bottle of wood oil to mix, then pour a capful onto a cloth. Rub into the bamboo using small circular motions. Let the wood oil sit and dry for at least 10 minutes (preferably, overnight). If possible, let freshly oiled bamboo cookware dry as evenly as possible on each side by leaving it standing or propped. One enough time has passed, wipe off any excess wood oil and enjoy rejuvenated bamboo cutleries that are as good as new!

If you cook with certain foods, your bamboo cutleries may show some stains. Turmeric, curry, and beets often stain natural cookware (and any white clothes you're wearing). To minimize this, clean your bamboo quickly after use with foods that often stain. Keeping your bamboo cutleries well oiled will also help them maintain a barrier that keeps stains from permeating. If you do end up with a stubborn stain, here's what to do.

As quickly as possible once you notice a stain, treat it with lemon juice and baking soda. Cut a lemon in half and squeeze the juice into a bowl, then mix in about a teaspoon of baking soda. Mix together to make a paste. Use a soft bristle brush or towel to rub the baking soda paste onto the stain with a circular motion for about a minute. For extra tough stains, let sit for an extra minute. Then rinse and re-hydrate bamboo with a coat of finishing oil.

If an older stain isn't budging with this treatment, use fine-grain sandpaper to gently sand down the area. This will remove the stained wood. Use very light pressure when sanding so you only remove the bamboo that's needed. After sanding, ensure there are no splinters or uneven areas. Then treat with finishing oil.

While bamboo cutleries need a little extra TLC, the result is a long lasting, all-natural kitchen tool. In comparison to plastic cutting boards or utensils, bamboo cookware can be re-finished as it ages. It's resistant to deep cuts and scratches that often make plastic cutting boards a breeding ground for bacteria. And, it's forgiving enough to keep your knives sharp for longer. Add to that the eco-friendly benefits of choosing an all natural, renewable material, and it's easy to see why bamboo cutleries and cutting boards have quickly become a staple in many kitchens. Once you learn the basics of how to care for bamboo cutleries, it'll quickly become part of your kitchen routine!

Bamboo can lose its natural color.
Bamboo cutleries is often chosen for its natural beauty. However, placing bamboo cutleries in a dishwasher can cause it to lose its natural color. Dishwashing detergents can strip the bamboo of its natural oils, causing it to become dull and lackluster. In addition, the high temperatures of a dishwasher can cause the bamboo to fade or discolor.

Bamboo can become splintery.
Placing bamboo cutleries in a dishwasher can also cause it to become splintery. When bamboo is exposed to water and detergent, the fibers of the wood can swell and break apart. This can make the tableware uncomfortable to use and can also pose a safety hazard if the splinters are sharp.

Bamboo can swell and shrink.
Another reason why bamboo cutleries should not be placed in dishwashers is because bamboo is a natural material that can swell and shrink when exposed to water. When bamboo cutleries is placed in a dishwasher, it is exposed to large amounts of water and detergent. This can cause the tableware to swell and become misshapen. Over time, this swelling and shrinking can cause the tableware to crack or break.

Bamboo can become brittle.
Exposing bamboo cutleries to the high temperatures of a dishwasher can also cause it to become brittle. When bamboo is heated, the cellulose fibers in the wood start to disintegrate. This makes the tableware more susceptible to breaking and cracking, and eventually, it will become unusable.

Bamboo can lose its finish.
Dishwashing detergent can also strip the finish off of bamboo cutleries. A finish is a thin layer of protective material that is applied to the surface of the tableware. This finish helps to protect the tableware from stains, scratches, and other damage. However, when dishwashing detergent comes into contact with the finish, it can break down the material and cause it to lose its protective properties.

Shengzhou Imadel Trade Co.,Ltd was founded in 2012,is a company specializing in supplying 100% biodegradable and compostable products: CPLA cutlery; Sugarcane plate, bowl and clamshell; bags; paper cup; bamboo cutlery and plate.
FDA,SGS certified for food safty, BPI and EN13432 certified for compost.
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