Thread: Wooden spoons for Dummies

I suppose it could happen, but I have been using a set for the last 8 or so years, Crow's Ash, no finish,. They get washed in Hot soapy water and air dried.

Now a few questions? What type of timber? Are they finished? If so with what?

If it is mildew, it might be treatable, via scrubbing in hot soapy water and drying in the hot sun, mould, I would advise making another set and throwing the infected set in a very hot fire.

I would not use any domestic or industrial treatments on the spoons as the residue may remain and leach into your food.

Originally Posted by Pat

I suppose it could happen, but I have been using a set for the last 8 or so years, Crow's Ash, no finish,. They get washed in Hot soapy water and air dried.

Now a few questions? What type of timber? Are they finished? If so with what?

If it is mildew, it might be treatable, via scrubbing in hot soapy water and drying in the hot sun, mould, I would advise making another set and throwing the infected set in a very hot fire.

I would not use any domestic or industrial treatments on the spoons as the residue may remain and leach into your food.

I can't be sure of the timber, there seems to be a very light varnish still left on one of them. I segregated the infected spoons as soon as I saw the mould. It's a pity there aren't any safe anti-fungals. Although a quick search turned up Apple Cider Vinegar, so I might give that a go.

I've always used white vinegar (the cheap stuff) on smaller, wipeable things. Then wipe down again or wash in warm soapy water.

Hi Fretless,
You really have me thinking as to how you have that problem
When I go Wood Carving, I mainly make Spoons, & I can say with Confidence that I have never seen a Wooden Spoon go Moldy.
Just had a look, & our Spoons date from 1996, 98, 99, 00, 05, 07. Hasn't needed any more for awhile.
Most of them are used Daily for Cooking, & Mixing Ingredients.
So, What can it be? The Wood, where they are Stored, washed & maybe not dried properly, & I'm not suggesting that you don't Clean them properly, but just looking for an answer.