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Food safe wood oil penetrates the fibres of porous timber to help reduce moisture absorption and protect wooden kitchenware from bacteria, odours and everyday wear. Common options include food-grade mineral oil, butcher block oil and tung oil. In Australia and New Zealand, always choose a product labelled food-safe or food-grade in line with Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) guidelines. Food preparation combines creativity with practical care. While choosing ingredients and flavours is part of the enjoyment of cooking, maintaining safe and hygienic kitchen surfaces is just as important. One way to do this is by ensuring the materials used in food...

Stories in Wood - Custom Made Guitar Stands We make high quality guitar stands and accessories, right here in Melbourne, Australia. Each stand has its own part of Australia embodied within; the beautiful hardwoods we use go hand in hand with those you will find in your guitar. As well as native Australian timbers, stands are also available in specialty hardwoods sourced from around the world. Our goal is to give you the best stand your guitar will ever see!   How long have you been using Gilly’s products and how did you first come across them? I've been using Gilly's...

Using a proper finish on your chopping board will seal the wood and enhance its durability, prolonging its life and preventing warping and cracking which can occur over time when liquids like water or juices start soaking in.  A proper finish also helps maintain a smooth surface, making it easier to clean properly, but more importantly, sealing the wood properly creates a barrier against moisture, discouraging bacteria and mould from growing inside the wood.  There are different options for sealing and protecting your wooden chopping board, but the most crucial thing to note is that the product is labelled as...

A food-safe finish is a non-toxic coating that is designed for items that come into contact with food. The key criteria for a food-safe finish are that the finish itself is non-toxic and that it is applied and allowed to cure properly. In the case of finishes that contain drying oils (such as tung oil or hemp oil for example), this is usually around 30 days. Why a Food-Safe Finish is Essential for Your Kitchenware Kitchenware items like cutting boards, bowls and mixing spoons are often made from wood, and need to be protected to prevent food particles and moisture...