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Guide · 5 min
How long does a salt block last?
A Himalayan salt block used for hot cooking usually lasts 20 to 100 cooks. A plate used mostly for chilled serving can last several years. How you heat, clean, and store it decides where yours lands.
Guide · 6 minHow to clean and store a Himalayan salt block
To clean a salt block, let it cool completely, scrape off residue, brush the grain, and wipe once with a barely damp cloth. Never use soap, a dishwasher, or running water. Dry it for 24 hours and store it somewhere dry.
Guide · 6 minWhy salt blocks crack, and how to avoid it
Most salt blocks crack for one of four reasons: heating too fast, thermal shock, washing with water, or damp storage. Each has a simple fix. Light ticking while heating is normal. A single loud crack is not.