PRODUCT CARE

Since wooden mallets are used for crushing and striking, scarring and dinging may occur. The wood may darken over time. This is considered natural and adds to the beauty of a distressed look—it's how you make it your own.

Gentle Ways To Clean Your Wood Mallet 

• Simply brush off crumbs and wipe clean with a damp cloth, or rinse with mild soap and water; hand dry with a towel.
• Use a stiff bristle brush to remove sticky substances, then remove residue with a damp cloth.
• Berries and citrus foods may affect the natural finish if left on for long periods. If this occurs, lightly sand to remove stains, then use clear Danish Oil to restore the finish.
• Don't let your mallet soak. Woodgrain is porous and will absorb liquid, causing the wood to warp.
• Never put your product in a dishwasher or use abrasives or chemical cleaning products.
• We recommend pounding raw meat only WITH AN IMPENETRABLE BARRIER, for example, plastic or butcher paper. Direct contact with raw meat would result in unsanitary conditions, making the wood difficult to sanitize.

Apply an oil finish if you think it's needed.

A coat of food-safe Tried & True® Danish Oil is applied to our products. Over time and with regular use, the surface may appear dry. This is normal. We suggest applying a coat of clear Danish Oil, whether Tried and True Danish Oil or another food-safe Danish Oil, to restore the wood's soft luster, adhering to product safety instructions.

LEATHER STRAPS

Our straps are high-quality leather and will last many lifetimes. 

• The natural-colored straps are vegetable-tanned leather, which will take on a slightly darker hue with age. Applying coconut oil or a leather specialty oil will hasten the process.
• The cordoba-colored straps are also vegetable tanned leather and may darken a bit over time.

MALLETWORKS TOTES

Our totes are made from recycled natural colored 10 oz. cotton canvas.

• Gentle wash, inside out, with cold water, line dry.