I had the same problem with too much beeswax and am gradually altering the ratio by warming it and adding more Ikea food grade mineral oil. Beeswax heavy mixes are a PITA to apply and it can look like you've splashed a hot candle over the board. Another tip is to add a few drops of essential oil - i use lemon - when making the mix up to give it a fresh fruity scent.
Wasn't expecting to see a cutting board video. I made 12 end grain boards last year for my wife's co-workers and really hope they are taking care of them. I found a 12 oz tiny croc pot my wife got works amazing for heating my oil/wax combo and it's really simple to just drop the lid back on it and let it cool until next time.
Hey Ryky - is that a 1:9 ratio by volume or by mass? I'm sure it would make a difference. Since beeswax is a solid, I'd be tempted to measure the ratio by mass. Thanks for any clarification.
Awesome channel. Just fell down the rabbit hole, picked up my first good knife and real cutting board. If you have any of the oil+wax solution left I'd love to pick up a can for my new board.
Your amazing. I’d love a portion as well of your mixture if that’s ok? It would help a lot since it’s hard to find time to get this all done when I’m always home watching my 3 year old. Thanks so much!
Hey ryky just a little tip if you get some coarse wire wool and also fine wire wool I think they numbers go from 0000 to 4 and apply your mineral oil or your wax with them you can condition and take out the scratches out at the same time kind regards
Great video, thanks! Are you using the Swan mineral oil recommended in another video or the thinner viscocity butcher block oil with your 9 to 1 oil/beeswax blend??
I agree! I would like to see some end grain wooden boards that are slick. I find that any sort of stickiness makes it very difficult to use a rocking chopping motion. The only board that I've found that's been up to the cut was one that I made about 10 years ago in middle school, so branching out would be nice
Good end grain boards can be pricey, for those looking to save money i highly recommend Thai tamarind blocks. I have had 3 different sized ones for years and they are superb. The sensation you get when you chop on them far surpasses any more expensive boards i have used. I like the look of the Chinese ironwood boards too, but have not tried one. The Japanese use synthetic rubber boards that are also excellent, but very expensive. Some can be sanded down when they are showing wear, and they can be put in the dishwasher too Some sushi shops will make the entire work counter from this stuff, at a price. .
I think you are thinking about HWPE/Polyethylene/plastic boards. HWPE/Polyethylene are the hard white plastic boards, those are for butchering/filleting fish and sanded down when too scarred. You don't sand a rubber board because the rubber is "self sealing" and most of the time the rubber is just a thin layer (with a core of wood or plastic).
How do you clean that cutting board after cutting meat? There's a lot of videos on how to condition and maintain cutting boards but none about how to clean this giant boards that you can't put under the sink inmediately after use
You can use coconut oil - but use the kind that's super-refined. Otherwise, like other vegetable oils, it'll go rancid. Dunno if the antiseptic qualities survive the super-refining, but I'd guess not.
If you are using that mixture on fasteners, maybe you already know that that changes the readings on a torque wrench and the 'feel' if tightening by hand. Fasteners have torque ratings that are, essentially, the torque required to stretch the fastener within its elastic limit so it holds tight like a spring but doesn't deform or strip threads. Any lubricant changes the relationship between linear and rotational force. (TLDR: adding lubricant to a threaded fastener makes it easier to strip) Sorry for the off-topic...
yeah, bummer. well. just hang tight if you want that board. Cotton / Dust makes amazing boards, and they just moved to a new facility, so they are a bit behind. I am told Jan will be when they are all caught up.
My immediate thought when rubbing the mineral oil / bees wax mixture on the board with "if you can make it yourself" commentary was "I like the look of that board. Wonder what kind of wood and is it food safe? Might have to get some black walnut for a project.
I think it's a great example of that you get what you pay for. I've had thick butcher block boards warp when being oiled frequently on just the top. I dont mind that he stress tests expensive kitchen tools that are made to be used. He just took a couple of years of the board prematurely, but can run it through a planer like he said to refresh it.
Hey Ryky, how do you have the time to bike? Do you just go around the block? Between sick kids, the household, cooking for the family and the dog, recording videos, making stropping blocks and butcher block conditioners, finishing your recording room and pretending to have a life, I don't see how you could possibly have the time to fit a sport into your schedule. I need to know your secrets.... :D
haha.... well, i ride my bike on Saturday mornings. On weekdays, I spend about.... 20-30 minutes either mid day , or an hour before bed time, and squeeze in a short core workout, pushups, and stand squat routine. i do what i can.
Ricki, When are you going to show and use the Arkansas stones that you have a collection of? and also most videos on youtube use oil and not water!!!! What do you think ???
Food grade label on mineral oil is a gimmick, pharmaceutical grade mineral oil is sold as a laxative, it's 100% mineral oil, same thing as 'food grade'. At like 1/8th of the price. A gallon should cost no where near $50, should be less than $20. It's $2 for a 16oz bottle at Walmart.
I had the same problem with too much beeswax and am gradually altering the ratio by warming it and adding more Ikea food grade mineral oil. Beeswax heavy mixes are a PITA to apply and it can look like you've splashed a hot candle over the board.
Another tip is to add a few drops of essential oil - i use lemon - when making the mix up to give it a fresh fruity scent.
Wasn't expecting to see a cutting board video. I made 12 end grain boards last year for my wife's co-workers and really hope they are taking care of them. I found a 12 oz tiny croc pot my wife got works amazing for heating my oil/wax combo and it's really simple to just drop the lid back on it and let it cool until next time.
Thank you for sharing the tips and tricks.
A great mix,very nice..Thanks for sharing..
Thank you for the reply...Great Channel
Hey Ryky - is that a 1:9 ratio by volume or by mass? I'm sure it would make a difference. Since beeswax is a solid, I'd be tempted to measure the ratio by mass. Thanks for any clarification.
Oops, never mind. Answer at 11:41 - heat the beeswax and measure by volume. Cheers!
Awesome channel. Just fell down the rabbit hole, picked up my first good knife and real cutting board. If you have any of the oil+wax solution left I'd love to pick up a can for my new board.
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I have some John Taylor Butcher Block Conditioner. It's a mineral oil and Bee's wax but it's Seven years old. Is it ok to use?
Since you make your own leather strop and sell them, maybe consider making a butcher block/cutting board? I'll definitely buy one or 2 if you do. :D
awesome. thank you! will announce it when they are ready
Your amazing. I’d love a portion as well of your mixture if that’s ok? It would help a lot since it’s hard to find time to get this all done when I’m always home watching my 3 year old. Thanks so much!
Howard's butcher block sealer and conditioner is like 8 bucks and available at home depot and Lowes.
Hey ryky just a little tip if you get some coarse wire wool and also fine wire wool I think they numbers go from 0000 to 4 and apply your mineral oil or your wax with them you can condition and take out the scratches out at the same time kind regards
thanks for the input
Great video, thanks! Are you using the Swan mineral oil recommended in another video or the thinner viscocity butcher block oil with your 9 to 1 oil/beeswax blend??
i use the swan when i'm only using oil. for the mixure, i use the thinner viscosity oil, but you can certainly use the thicker oil for the blend
@@Burrfection Awesome, thanks so much for the quick reply. I'm making this now!
hello Ryky please do cutting board review for those of us that are looking
I agree! I would like to see some end grain wooden boards that are slick. I find that any sort of stickiness makes it very difficult to use a rocking chopping motion. The only board that I've found that's been up to the cut was one that I made about 10 years ago in middle school, so branching out would be nice
comparison of counter top boards/ blocks (end grain vs. edge, wood types vs. synthetic, etc ) would be very interesting
I'm definitely interested in some Burrfect Board Conditioner©.
Heh, that's got a nice ring to it.
i'll announce it when i have a batch ready
Cracks in your wood can be fixed with wood glue and a vacuum. I am in the process of finishing mine. Thanks Ryky
Good end grain boards can be pricey, for those looking to save money i highly recommend Thai tamarind blocks. I have had 3 different sized ones for years and they are superb. The sensation you get when you chop on them far surpasses any more expensive boards i have used. I like the look of the Chinese ironwood boards too, but have not tried one.
The Japanese use synthetic rubber boards that are also excellent, but very expensive. Some can be sanded down when they are showing wear, and they can be put in the dishwasher too Some sushi shops will make the entire work counter from this stuff, at a price. .
I think you are thinking about HWPE/Polyethylene/plastic boards.
HWPE/Polyethylene are the hard white plastic boards, those are for butchering/filleting fish and sanded down when too scarred. You don't sand a rubber board because the rubber is "self sealing" and most of the time the rubber is just a thin layer (with a core of wood or plastic).
How do you clean that cutting board after cutting meat? There's a lot of videos on how to condition and maintain cutting boards but none about how to clean this giant boards that you can't put under the sink inmediately after use
Please can you get the video out on the chosera 5000
Have you ever tried using coconut oil on the board? I has antiseptic properties.
You can use coconut oil - but use the kind that's super-refined. Otherwise, like other vegetable oils, it'll go rancid. Dunno if the antiseptic qualities survive the super-refining, but I'd guess not.
Trying to get my own live wood walnut planed down.
If you are using that mixture on fasteners, maybe you already know that that changes the readings on a torque wrench and the 'feel' if tightening by hand. Fasteners have torque ratings that are, essentially, the torque required to stretch the fastener within its elastic limit so it holds tight like a spring but doesn't deform or strip threads. Any lubricant changes the relationship between linear and rotational force. (TLDR: adding lubricant to a threaded fastener makes it easier to strip)
Sorry for the off-topic...
How can I get some of your oil mix
could always apply wood glue to cracks then lightly sand. linseed oil is great. looks like a very deep stain on that board.
Did I just spend 15 minutes watching a guy clean his board ?
Good shit ;)
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Thanks! That board is gorgeous! What kind of wood is it?
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yeah, bummer. well. just hang tight if you want that board. Cotton / Dust makes amazing boards, and they just moved to a new facility, so they are a bit behind. I am told Jan will be when they are all caught up.
My immediate thought when rubbing the mineral oil / bees wax mixture on the board with "if you can make it yourself" commentary was "I like the look of that board. Wonder what kind of wood and is it food safe? Might have to get some black walnut for a project.
I'd love to get some of the board wax. Food quality bees wax is not easy to get in small quantities.
will announce it when i have a batch ready
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What is the sizing of your board....? I've been looking to invest in a new higher end board....
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I'd love to buy some product if you have any left! Enjoyed the vid by the way!
will announce it when i have another batch
Very impressive, but can you sharpen a knife on a cuttingboard?
can you?
You're chopping rope on a $300 cutting board? Excellent.
that's how i roll......
I think it's a great example of that you get what you pay for.
I've had thick butcher block boards warp when being oiled frequently on just the top.
I dont mind that he stress tests expensive kitchen tools that are made to be used.
He just took a couple of years of the board prematurely, but can run it through a planer like he said to refresh it.
Very slowly and therefore hardly noticeable you are constructing a complete cutlery encyclopedia / reference work. Still absorbing your videos, Ryky.
thanks Nando! just doing my best!
Where do you get your beeswax?
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Thanks.
You should sell those
Hey Ryky, how do you have the time to bike? Do you just go around the block? Between sick kids, the household, cooking for the family and the dog, recording videos, making stropping blocks and butcher block conditioners, finishing your recording room and pretending to have a life, I don't see how you could possibly have the time to fit a sport into your schedule. I need to know your secrets.... :D
haha.... well, i ride my bike on Saturday mornings. On weekdays, I spend about.... 20-30 minutes either mid day , or an hour before bed time, and squeeze in a short core workout, pushups, and stand squat routine. i do what i can.
and i have an AMAZING wife , who does a ton around the home,
Ricki, When are you going to show and use the Arkansas stones that you have a collection of? and also most videos on youtube use oil and not water!!!! What do you think ???
working on it. will have it out soon
I had people tell me to apply with your bare hands. Suppose to save oil
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Been using it for years. Great stuff!
Can you make a few batches and sell it to us?
yeah, i'll make dozen or so and will announce it when they are ready
kind of looks like the consistency of coconut oil.
coconut oil is MUCH softer at room temp.
Sooo. 30% times 3 is not 100%. Do you have a super secret ingredient in that jar that makes up the rest that you won't share?
hahah. nono... my math is bad. i meant 1/3, or 33.33%. you don't have to stick with those numbers.
haha. Thanks for the video.
Food grade label on mineral oil is a gimmick, pharmaceutical grade mineral oil is sold as a laxative, it's 100% mineral oil, same thing as 'food grade'. At like 1/8th of the price. A gallon should cost no where near $50, should be less than $20. It's $2 for a 16oz bottle at Walmart.
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