How to seal bamboo bread box?

[NJRog]

Hi, we've got an unsealed bank bamboo bread box that is prone to getting mould in the walls. Is there a food safe, mould resistant stain or paint I could use to protect the timber? I'd appreciate any recommendations!

[JacobZ]

Hi @NJRog,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.

I'm not aware of a stain or paint that is food safe, but you could use any of the following sealers to offer protection and reduce the likelihood of mould.

• Gilly's Food Safe Wax
   
• Gilly's Chopping Board Oil
   
• Feast Watson Kitchen Timber Oil.
   

With any of these products, you'll want to give the bread box a sand with some 120 Grit Sandpaper, then brush it down to remove any sawdust before applying your wax or oil.

I'd suggest using a clean microfibre cloth to apply whatever sealer you choose.

Let me know what you think and if you have further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Jacob