I noticed today that there is a small gap between two of the pieces that have been glued together when the board was made. I love this board and it has sentimental meaning to me. I do not want to have to stop using it but I have concerns about flour getting into this little crevace and bacteria building up. Does anyone know of a product I can use to fill this gap? It cannot be taken apart and reglued so I need another idea. Thanks to all who answer.
2007-11-25 10:34:31 · 7 answers · asked by Terry R 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Plastic wood will work very well. Scrape out the crack before applying and make sure the wood is dry. Force the plastic wood into the gap. Sand it smooth when it is dry. Never bleach a cutting board like the other user advised. Wash cutting boards with dish soap and water only. But you probably knew that. Good luck. We still use the one my Dad made for my Mom and the one I made for my wife.
2007-11-25 12:58:23 · answer #1 · answered by John himself 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OK,,,I read your question, and you don't want to take it apart, here is 1 idea you can try,(Glue) there is a glue that is called Gorilla Glue,,this glue is used in construction allot,on wood, it has a very mean reputation as being very Strong,,,this might work for you,,,this glue will only work if the surface of the wood is damp with water,,,it comes in a small bottle...1st have a couple of clamps ready the kind that you can screw down tight...get the board damp in the crack..put the glue the length of the crack and clamp it tight...let the glue set up,,it will foam up so you will have to scrap and sand it,,there will be no more crack,,,sanitary?..other than this I would call a restaurant supply co.and ask for advise..if nothing else maybe you can use this idea on some other project...good luck.........
2007-11-26 20:07:00 · answer #2 · answered by little eagle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this was my cutting board, I would use some Elmer's Wood Glue,and with a toothpick or wire pin try to get as much as possible into the crack. Then I would use a couple of Bar Clamps and clamp it together .Tighten the clamps down ,and let it set overnight, Next day, I would use some Butcher Block Oil ,to seal the wood and prevent water,bacteria from getting to it. I would use the Butcher Block Oil,that I purchased at a True Value,Ace,or any Janitorial Supply on a regular basis ,and that will also keep the board from cracking,or warping. That's what I would do. What I wouldn't do is to use some kind of expanding glue on it like Gorilla Glue,or use a silicone sealer caulk,as they contain chemicals I wouldn't want around food. Byee
2007-11-25 11:24:39 · answer #3 · answered by Sandyspacecase 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would use a 2 part epoxy. If the crack is fairly large, and you want to hid the gap, mix the epoxy with a little fine sawdust. You may get the best match if you scrape a little off the back ot the board. Fill, let cure for a day, and using a scraper or old knife, smooth it down to level. Reoil the entire broard. Epoxy will not absorb germs and will be stronger than the wood itself. Most wood putty is toxic and not made for use around food.
2007-11-25 11:31:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rock Hard wood putty would not hold up to to water. Most other wood putty will eventually fall out from the expansion/ contraction from wetting/drying. I would go with an epoxy injected with a syringe if I couldn't re-glue it. Personally, I would cut down the center of the joint with a table saw and glue + clamp. The loss will be minimal, just the thickness of the saw kerf.
2007-11-25 11:36:05 · answer #5 · answered by Bobo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think any wood putty would work but you should be bleaching this thing weekly to kill any germs.
2007-11-25 10:52:12 · answer #6 · answered by sutla 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
rock hard putty, at the hardware.
scrape the area out so its clean,
2007-11-25 10:40:43 · answer #7 · answered by William B 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋