Care & Use Instructions

Care & Use Instructions

Your Kindled tools were chosen to be beautiful, useful, and part of your sourdough routine for years to come. A little thoughtful care will keep them looking and working their best.

Wooden Tools 

Our natural wood pieces are meant to be used—not just admired.

• Hand-wash with warm water and mild dish soap.
• Do not soak or place them in the dishwasher.
• Dry immediately rather than letting them air-dry while wet.
• Apply a food-safe mineral oil after you have washed and dried them to prevent the wood from drying or cracking which can easily be purchased on Amazon. We suggest purchasing this before you begin using your tools so it can be applied from the start.
• Store in a clean, dry place.

Because real wood is wonderfully imperfect, variations in color, grain, texture, and tone are completely normal. Your tools may also deepen or lighten in color and develop character over time. We think that makes them even better.

Banneton Basket

Using the banneton without the liner gives you the traditional spiral pattern on your bread. If you're using the banneton without the liner, before each use, generously dust the inside of your banneton with flour to prevent sticking. Rice flour works best, but regular all-purpose flour may also be used. After use, allow the basket to dry completely, then brush out any remaining flour. Do not soak or place in the dishwasher. Avoid washing it after every use—too much moisture can encourage mold.

If dough becomes stuck, let it dry completely before brushing it away. If a deeper cleaning is necessary, rinse the basket lightly without soaking it, then place it in a warm, well-ventilated area until completely dry.

Never store your banneton while it is damp. Moisture is the enemy here.

Banneton Liner

For a smooth bread finish and an easier dough release, place the liner inside the banneton and dust it generously with flour before adding your dough. (Using the liner is what we suggest if you are a beginner.) Shake out excess flour after each use. When it needs a deeper clean, hand-wash or machine-wash it on a gentle, cold-water cycle with mild detergent, then air-dry completely. Avoid fabric softener, which can leave a residue on the fabric.

Bread Lame & Blade Safety

Your bread lame is extremely sharp and should always be handled with care.

• Keep the protective cover on whenever the lame isn’t being used.
• Keep it away from children.
• Avoid touching the blade’s edge.
• Dry the blade completely before storing to help prevent rust.
• Replace dull or damaged blades carefully.
• Dispose of used blades in a puncture-resistant container—never loose in the trash.

One Last Thing

Sourdough is beautifully messy. Flour will fly, dough will stick, and your tools may show signs of being genuinely loved and used. That’s normal.

Clean them promptly, keep all wooden and woven pieces dry, and never put them in the dishwasher. Give them a little care by applying a food safe mineral oil after use which can easily be purchased on Amazon. Once again, we suggest purchasing this before you start using your tools so you can apply it from the start and they’ll be ready for many loaves—and plenty of sourdough adventures—to come.