I love collecting old wood bowls, but typically find them in despair. So whether you collect vintage wooden bowls or have a set you've neglected, in five simple steps you can take it from drab to fab! I started with this Munising Salad Bowl:

It was extremely dry and lacked luster, but I liked it's simplicity

and knew with a little tlc it could be a beautiful piece.

1. Wash with warm water and a mild dish detergent.

*Never soak the piece for too long*

Rinse with warm water when finished.

2. Use a dishtowel to dry off any excess water,

then leave the piece to air dry fully.

3. For stains and minor scratches mix course salt and lemon juice

to form an exfoliating paste.

4. Rinse again in warm water, dry with a dishtowel and allow to fully air dry.

5. Take a soft cloth and apply food safe mineral oil to your wood bowl ~ applying in circular motions. Continue to add mineral oil until the piece no longer absorbs it. If the wood is extremely dry you may want to apply mineral oil a couple more times over the next few days.

Don't you love how the wood grains begin to pop and the color...gotta love the color!

To maintain clean when necessary and apply food safe mineral oil when needed.