Mineral Oil

[mark a.]

I have no qualms about using mineral oil - if it's the right type, petrochemicals are fine (again, think baby oil, many creams use white parrafin, and vaseline). Until I can find some, I'll just use some olive oil. Thanks all.

 

[Cairodel]

Mark,
Though I'm not an expert on the subject, to my memory mineral oils are used for lubricating engines and should be kept well away from any food contact.
I would have thought some or any of the vegedible oils would be a lot better for you and the chopping board.

I'm willing to be shown the error of my ways though!

Ogri the trog

I'm with Ogri and the rest on this one.. The other use, of course being for tempering your blades after heat-treating