Mylands Food Safe Oil – 1 Litre

Mylands Food Safe Oil is a colourless, odourless and tasteless wood oil designed for interior wooden surfaces used in food preparation. Ideal for treating chopping boards, butcher’s blocks, wooden bowls and turned wooden containers, it helps protect and maintain the natural appearance of the timber. This low-viscosity oil is also used by French polishers as a lubricant when applying shellac polish. Supplied in a 1 litre container.

Food-safe wood oil for suitable interior wooden surfaces
Ideal for chopping boards and butcher’s blocks
Suitable for turned wooden bowls and containers
Colourless, odourless and tasteless
Can be used as a French polishing lubricant
Approximate coverage of 10–12m² per litre
1 litre container

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SKU MYL | Food Safe Oil | 1L Categories Hard Wax Oil, Antique Restoration, Furniture Polish, Mylands, Wood, Wood Oils, Worktop Oil

Mylands Food Safe Oil is a specialist wood oil for treating interior timber surfaces used in food preparation. It is ideal for wooden chopping boards, butcher’s blocks, turned bowls and other suitable wooden containers. The colourless, odourless and tasteless formula helps protect the natural appearance of the wood without adding unwanted colour.

As well as its use on food-preparation surfaces, Mylands Food Safe Oil is valued by traditional French polishers as a lubricant when applying shellac polish. Unlike raw linseed oil, it will not polymerise and harden on the surface, making it easier to work off during the polishing process.

Supplied in a 1 litre container, Mylands Food Safe Oil is a useful addition to both the furniture restoration workshop and the kitchen.

Benefits of Mylands Food Safe Oil

Designed for suitable interior wooden surfaces used in food preparation
Ideal for chopping boards and butcher’s blocks
Suitable for turned wooden bowls and containers
Colourless, odourless and tasteless
Low-viscosity oil that penetrates into the timber
Can also be used as a lubricant during French polishing
Approximate coverage of 10–12m² per litre, depending on the timber and application

What Is Mylands Food Safe Oil Used For?

Chopping Boards and Butcher’s Blocks

Mylands Food Safe Oil is suitable for wooden chopping boards and butcher’s blocks. It helps maintain the timber and is particularly useful for regularly used wooden kitchen equipment.

Wooden Bowls and Turned Containers

The colourless finish makes this oil suitable for turned wooden bowls and containers where you want to preserve the natural appearance of the timber.

French Polishing Lubricant

Mylands Food Safe Oil can also be used as a lubricant when French polishing with shellac. A few drops applied to the polishing rubber can help it move smoothly over the surface once the polish becomes tacky. It does not polymerise and harden on the surface in the same way as traditionally used raw linseed oil.

How to Apply Mylands Food Safe Oil

Prepare the timber: Ensure the wood is clean, dry and sanded. Remove all sanding dust before applying the oil.
Apply the first coat: Using a clean, lint-free cloth, apply a thin coat and work it into the timber.
Allow to penetrate: Leave the first coat for approximately 6 hours.
Prepare for another coat: If required, after approximately 12 hours lightly abrade the surface using 320-grit finishing paper.
Apply a second coat: Apply another thin coat. Further coats may be used depending on the absorbency of the timber, although two coats should generally be sufficient.

Always test the oil on a small offcut or inconspicuous area first to check that you are happy with the result.

Using as a French Polishing Lubricant

When French polishing with shellac, apply a few drops of Mylands Food Safe Oil to the polishing rubber when the surface starts to become tacky. This helps the rubber move across the surface during polishing.

The oil can subsequently be worked off using a small amount of white spirit in preparation for the final coat of polish or spiriting off.

Maintaining Oiled Wooden Surfaces

Clean oiled surfaces using a damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid soaking the wood in water or washing it with bleach, as this can cause warping and staining.

If the surface begins to show signs of wear, such as cutting marks or scratches, gently abrade it with 320-grit finishing paper and reapply up to two coats of Mylands Food Safe Oil.

For frequently used items, the manufacturer’s guidance suggests carrying out maintenance as wear appears or every two weeks to monthly for optimum upkeep.

Coverage and Storage

Coverage: Approximately 10–12m² per litre, depending on the absorbency of the timber and application method.
Container size: 1 litre.
Storage: Replace the lid securely after use to prevent the oil deteriorating.
Storage temperature: Store above 5°C.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mylands Food Safe Oil suitable for chopping boards?

Yes. It is designed for suitable interior wooden surfaces used in food preparation, including chopping boards and butcher’s blocks. Follow the product instructions and allow the treatment to settle before returning the item to use.

Can I use Mylands Food Safe Oil on wooden bowls?

Yes. It is suitable for turned wooden bowls and containers, helping to maintain the timber while retaining its natural colour.

Does Mylands Food Safe Oil change the colour of wood?

It is described as a colourless oil, so it is intended to maintain the natural appearance of the timber rather than add a stain or colour.

Does the oil have a smell or taste?

No. Mylands Food Safe Oil is described as colourless, odourless and tasteless.

How many coats of Mylands Food Safe Oil should I apply?

Two thin coats should generally be sufficient. However, the number of coats can depend on how absorbent the timber is.

How long should I leave the oil between coats?

The manufacturer’s instructions recommend leaving the first coat to penetrate for approximately 6 hours. If applying another coat, the surface can be lightly abraded after approximately 12 hours.

Can I use Mylands Food Safe Oil for French polishing?

Yes. It can be used as a lubricant when applying shellac polish. A few drops on the polishing rubber can help it move smoothly over the surface when the polish becomes tacky.

How much area does one litre cover?

Coverage is approximately 10–12m² per litre, depending on the absorbency of the timber and the method of application.

How do I clean wooden items treated with this oil?

Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Avoid soaking the item in water or using bleach, as this can damage or stain the timber.

How do I maintain an oiled chopping board?

If the surface becomes worn or scratched, gently abrade it with 320-grit finishing paper and reapply up to two thin coats of oil, following the application instructions.

Buy Mylands Food Safe Oil from Priory Polishes

Priory Polishes supplies Mylands Food Safe Oil for wooden chopping boards, butcher’s blocks, turned bowls and traditional French polishing. Its colourless, odourless and tasteless formula makes it a useful choice for suitable interior food-preparation surfaces and furniture restoration work.

Explore our range of Mylands products, browse our worktop oils or view our wood oils.

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