How do I clean this board?

[nhb22]

I have had this question for a long time now but never figured out the answer. I have this “white stuff” on my Hasegawa board that I can’t clean off for some reason. It is only on one side but not the other side. The board is more than 5 years old. Anyone know what this white stuff is and how to clean it off? Just wanted to check before I try white vinegar or just sand it…

 

[Yoshi]

Not sure what that is, don't have it on my hasagawa. Try bleach? It worked well on mine to take the staining off

 

[nhb22]

Not sure what that is, don't have it on my hasagawa. Try bleach? It worked well on mine to take the staining off

Interesting…must be some food that I cut and you don’t. I have three and all three have this…I’ll give bleach a try. Did you dilute it?

 

[fortheloveofmoar]

So I have some general discoloration on mine. I can get a it of it out with the scrubber thing that they sell to re finish the board.
Haven’t tried this myself. But…..
You can also try to use some salt and half a lemon to scrub it. May not get it out but I’m sure it won’t hurt it and isn’t so aggressive as bleach.

 

[Vertigo]

https://hasegawakagaku.com/products/pro-pe-lite-black/

Click the link that says "how to clean stubborn stains"

 

[hendrix]

I’ve always successfully used Clorox bleach to remove stains on my Hasagawa board (this is the concentrated formulation at 7.5% sodium hypochlorite). I pour a small amount on the board and use a small piece of paper towel to spread it over the entire surface. After several minutes it’s entirely stain-free. Thoroughly rinse it after of course. I haven’t yet found any stains that persisted after this process.

 

[nhb22]

I’ve always successfully used Clorox bleach to remove stains on my Hasagawa board (this is the concentrated formulation at 7.5% sodium hypochlorite). I pour a small amount on the board and use a small piece of paper towel to spread it over the entire surface. After several minutes it’s entirely stain-free. Thoroughly rinse it after of course. I haven’t yet found any stains that persisted after this process.

Thank you. The white stuff seems to be on the surface for the most part. I did try bleach. No luck…

 

[aporigine]

I’ve always successfully used Clorox bleach to remove stains on my Hasagawa board (this is the concentrated formulation at 7.5% sodium hypochlorite). I pour a small amount on the board and use a small piece of paper towel to spread it over the entire surface. After several minutes it’s entirely stain-free. Thoroughly rinse it after of course. I haven’t yet found any stains that persisted after this process.

protip:
wear gloves.
I hate picking my nose with bleach fingers.

 

[Jovidah]

I don't know what you're doing near your cutting board but when that 'white stuff' comes leaking out you better be in a private area!

 

[nhb22]

I don't know what you're doing near your cutting board but when that 'white stuff' comes leaking out you better be in a private area!

Don’t be nasty bro

 

[stringer]

If the problem persists I find that slicing some freshly roasted beets will cover up most blemishes.

 

[Simply]

If the problem persists I find that slicing some freshly roasted beets will cover up most blemishes.

Chilis in adobo will have a similar color reset

 

[stringer]

Chilis in adobo will have a similar color reset

Marinate some chicken breasts in turmeric and yogurt for 48 hours. Roast to done in a 400 oven. Rest for five minutes. Slice directly above the soiled area of your cutting board. No more white spots.

 

[nhb22]

Marinate some chicken breasts in turmeric and yogurt for 48 hours. Roast to done in a 400 oven. Rest for five minutes. Slice directly above the soiled area of your cutting board. No more white spots.

This actually makes sense lol

I solved the issue. Stiff nylon brush with kosher salt worked.

 

[M1k3]

Marinate some chicken breasts in turmeric and yogurt for 48 hours. Roast to done in a 400 oven. Rest for five minutes. Slice directly above the soiled area of your cutting board. No more white spots.

You can skip a bunch of steps and just cut turmeric on the cutting board.

 

[Uncle Danny]

I bleach my boards from time to time. Works like a charme.

I just let a thin layer of chlorine sit on the entire board for about 10-15 min. Wash the thoroughly and the are as new. Almost…