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Wooden spoons are a handy and beautiful tool for the kitchen. By carefully washing them immediately after use, you will prevent bacteria from sticking on them. There are a variety of home remedies for keeping your wooden items clean and stain-free, be it the cookware you use every day or an old spoon you found somewhere. By moisturizing and maintaining the wooden objects, they will remain clean, purified and beautiful for years or even decades.

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Method 1 of 3: Clean wooden spoons after use

1. Remove food stains with baking soda and lemon juice. Put a little baking soda on the spoon. Depending on the size of the spoon, 5 g should be enough. Squeeze enough lemon juice to make enough paste with the baking soda to cover the entire spoon. Spread the paste on the wood with a cloth or with your fingers, in the direction of the grain.
   • Rinse thoroughly with water when done, and repeat if necessary.
   • Add coarse salt to the mixture to make it sand harder.
2. Disinfect with hydrogen peroxide. Place the wooden spoon in a container, pan or sink. Pour hydrogen peroxide over it. Wash the spoon with your hands or with a clean sponge. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the hydrogen peroxide to fizz, soak in and kill germs.
   • Rinse with warm water, with your hands, or with a clean sponge.
   • Repeat if necessary or if desired.
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   Grease wooden spoons regularly to renew and maintain the vibrancy. Hydrating a wooden spoon using one of the many options will help extend its life. You can use a paper towel or a small piece of clean cloth to apply the oil to the utensils. Let the oil sit for about 20 minutes and then wipe the utensils thoroughly with a clean and non-oiled cloth. You can use different oils for this:

   • Mineral oil, a food-safe oil often used by restaurants to extend the life of wooden utensils.
   • Coconut oil, which is preferably not processed at a high temperature.
   • Vegetable or rapeseed oil works in an instant.
   • You can buy a special non-toxic oil from a chef's store or a restaurant equipment store.
   • Oil the wooden spoons if they start to look dry.

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• Hardwood utensils are the easiest to sanitize and last the longest. The tight grain in the wood ensures a less porous and tighter composition.