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Homemade Wooden Utensil Balm

Homemade Wooden Utensil Balm is a simple, all-natural way to keep your cutting boards, spoons, and other wooden kitchen tools looking their best. Made with just beeswax and coconut oil, this balm deeply nourishes the wood, preventing cracks, dryness, and water damage.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Course: Cleaning
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beeswax, Coconut Oil, Wood Balm

Equipment

  • Double boiler or heat-safe glass bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small container or jar
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Soft cloth

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ tbsp shredded beeswax
  • ½ cup coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Measure out the beeswax and coconut oil.
  2. Melt the beeswax and coconut oil: In a double boiler or a heat-safe glass bowl over simmering water, gently melt the beeswax. Once it begins to melt, add the coconut oil and stir until both ingredients are fully combined.
  3. Remove from heat: Once the balm is smooth and fully melted, take it off the heat.
  4. Pour into container: Carefully pour the melted balm into a small container, such as a glass jar or tin. Allow it to cool and solidify at room temperature for a few hours.
  5. Use and store: Once solidified, your balm is ready to use. To apply, simply rub a small amount on your wooden utensils or cutting boards, then buff it in with a soft cloth. Store any remaining balm in a cool, dry place.

Notes

  • Use a silicone spatula: Beeswax can be sticky and hard to clean off, so using a silicone spatula makes stirring and cleanup easier.
  • Pour while warm: The mixture thickens quickly once removed from heat, so have your containers ready to pour immediately.
  • Use a dedicated jar or tin: Since beeswax can be hard to clean, it’s best to store the balm in a reusable tin or glass jar that you don’t mind using just for this purpose.
  • Apply sparingly: A little goes a long way! Rub a small amount onto your wood items, let it sit for a few minutes, then buff with a soft cloth.
  • Reapply as needed: Use this balm whenever your cutting boards or utensils start looking dry or dull. Applying once a month helps maintain their condition.