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Look after a bamboo chopping board properly and it will quietly get on with its job for years, looking beautiful on your worktop and staying safe to use. Neglect it, and you will soon meet stains, smells and warping. The good news is that caring for bamboo is simple once you know what to do and what to avoid. Below we will walk through exactly how to clean and maintain bamboo chopping boards properly, with practical kitchen tested tips from the Deer & Oak team. Why bamboo needs different care to plastic or glass Bamboo is naturally dense, slightly water...

When it comes to raw meat, your chopping board can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. The right surface helps you prepare food safely, keeps knives happy and makes cleaning up far less of a chore. That is exactly where carbonised bamboo comes into its own. Why carbonised bamboo is ideal for meat preparation Carbonised bamboo is bamboo that has been heat treated to deepen the colour and gently caramelise the natural sugars. The result is a rich, warm brown board that looks beautiful on the worktop and brings a few very handy benefits for meat prep....

If you look after a good bamboo chopping board, it will quietly serve you for years. Ignore it, and it can warp, crack or stain long before its time. The good news? A little simple care is all it takes to keep your board looking smart and performing beautifully. Whether you have one of our classic bamboo boards, a darker carbonised style or a chunky butcher’s block, the basics are the same. Here’s exactly how to care for your bamboo chopping board to make it last years, without turning your life into a full time board polishing operation. Why bamboo...

If your trusty bamboo chopping board has started to look a bit tired, pale or rough to the touch, you are not alone. Bamboo is wonderfully durable, but like all natural materials it dries out over time. The good news is that you can usually bring it back to life in under an hour with the right oil and a little care. How to tell if your bamboo chopping board is too dry Before you reach for the oil bottle, it helps to know whether your board actually needs restoring. Here are a few easy checks: Colour has faded from...