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Questions regarding your Epicurean Products? Start here.

WHAT ARE EPICUREAN’S PRODUCT FACTS + FEATURES?

The water-resistant paper composite material is ideal for processing food of all types and consistencies. The material is heat resistant up to 350°F / 176°. Epicurean cutting boards and pizza peels may be used as trivets but are not to be used as coo

ARE EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARDS KNIFE SAFE? WHY DO I SEE SCORE MARKS?

Yes, Epicurean’s cutting boards are knife safe. Score marks demonstrate that your board is working as intended. The cutting surface can and should show score marks; that is showing that your board is protecting your knife’s edge. Keep in mind proper

HOW SHOULD I STORE MY EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARD?

We recommend all boards to be stored on its side (versus flat on a surface) to dry.

IS THERE ANY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FOR MY EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARD OR KITCHEN UTENSIL?

No, Epicurean products are maintenance free, and many users do not use wax or mineral oil for the life of their product. If one wishes to refresh a cutting board surface, one may sand a dry board lightly with 220-grit sandpaper and additionally apply

WILL MY EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARD STAIN?

Products made from Epicurean’s paper composite material are stain resistant but are not stain-proof. It is possible for oily, highly pigmented, or acidic foods to stain cutting boards and utensils. If a stain does appear, lightly sand the product wit

WHY DOES MY NEW EPICUREAN PRODUCT HAVE A SLIGHT ODOR?

You may find your product has a particular new item smell. This is completely normal and should disappear after 3 to 4 runs through the dishwasher or a few more washes in warm, soapy water.

HOW DO I CLEAN MY EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARD OR KITCHEN UTENSIL?

The products are dishwasher safe or may be cleaned with warm, soapy water. Cleaning with diluted bleach will not harm the product but is unnecessary. Epicurean does not recommend harsh chemicals to clean the products. Natural cleansers may be used.

WHEN I REMOVE THE LABEL, MY EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARD IS A DIFFERENT COLOR. WHY IS THIS? WHAT DOES PATINA MEAN?

The paper composite material Epicurean uses are light sensitive and will patina, or darken, over time. The materials are natural, and we do not guarantee color fastness for the life of the product. As an example, solid wood floors have this same proc

WHAT CAN I DO IF MY EPICUREAN CUTTING BOARD WARPS?

Minor warping may occur from time to time. Because Epicurean products are made from natural materials, some movement of the board in and of itself is normal. In most cases, warping may either self-correct or most likely will be able to be remedied by

WHAT ARE EPICUREAN BOARDS MADE OF?

Epicurean’s unique material is made from many layers of high-quality custom craft paper. Rolls of paper are infused with resin before being cut to length and laid by hand. Each sheet is carefully stacked, alternating the direction of the paper to ach

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Your Epicurean product is made to meet your complete satisfaction. Your product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the lifetime of the product. *THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, MISUSE, OR FAILURE T