A: A maple peppermill blank is a great option because maple is a hardwood that is known for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. It is also a stable wood which means it will not warp or crack easily. Maple is also known for its light colour and attractive grain pattern.

A: For stubborn spots, mix baking soda and water or vinegar and water for grease stains. You may also try using lemon juice and salt. If none of the methods works, consider using commercial teak cleaners. Another way to remove deep stains is by using fine-grit sandpaper.

A: The biggest difference between the two is the material the mechanisms inside are made of. Most good-quality pepper mills feature mechanisms made from hardened steel. Meanwhile, slat grinders are made with ceramic mechanisms.

A: This originality is enabled by Pepper Grinder's brevity. It doesn't take much time at all to finish all nineteen levels.

A: Soft cloth: In general, you can wipe down the outside of your mill with a soft, damp cloth (Peugeot, the maker of our pick, suggests a dry cloth). In our tests, we've also used a cloth and a teeny amount of dish soap or a spritz of a natural, all-purpose cleaner.