Cleaning of charcuterie or cutting boards should only be done by wiping with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not submerge the board in water and do not place in the dishwasher. After wiping, let dry by standing the board on its edge to air dry. Each board comes with a jar of Claphams wax, Canadian made from food-grade beeswax, carnauba and mineral oil. This should be applied whenever the board looks dry, to reestablish the beautiful shine. Reapply some wax with your hand to the board surface, rub it in, let dry, and buff to a light shine. The board can be used immediately after wax application.