News — boards

If you want the most environmentally responsible option, a wooden or bamboo chopping board typically has a lower long term impact than a plastic board, especially if it lasts 5 to 10 years and is made from fast growing, responsibly sourced wood like Moso bamboo or acacia. Wood vs plastic chopping boards: quick answer When you compare a single 45x35cm wooden board that lasts 8 years with a similar plastic board that needs replacing every 2 to 3 years, you usually end up using 2 to 3 plastic boards in the same time. That means more plastic production, more waste...

If you want the best antibacterial spray for wooden chopping boards in the UK, look for a food safe, alcohol based spray with at least 60% ethanol or isopropyl alcohol that you can leave on the board for a full 60 seconds. That contact time is what actually kills common kitchen bacteria on wood, rather than just making the surface smell clean. What makes an antibacterial spray “best” for wooden chopping boards? Wooden chopping boards behave very differently from plastic. The grain is porous, they swell and shrink with moisture, and harsh chemicals can strip oil and shorten the life...

If you want the best eco-friendly chopping boards for protecting knives, choose medium to large bamboo or acacia boards with a bit of natural “give”. In our tests at Deer & Oak, a 45x35cm bamboo board like our Large Bamboo Board (DNO-BCB-LG) reduced visible knife edge wear by around 30% compared with a glass board after just 4 weeks of daily use. Why eco-friendly chopping boards protect knives better Knife-friendly, eco-conscious boards all have one thing in common: they are firm enough for safe cutting but not so hard that they chip or flatten your knife edge. Glass, marble and...

If you want the most eco friendly everyday chopping board for a home kitchen, a responsibly sourced wood or bamboo board usually beats plastic on carbon footprint, lifespan and end of life. A single 45x35cm wooden or bamboo board can last 5 to 10 years, while many 30x20cm plastic boards are replaced every 1 to 3 years, which means more waste and more production over time. Wood vs plastic chopping boards eco comparison: quick answer For most households who cook 5 to 10 times a week, a wooden or bamboo chopping board is generally the better eco choice than plastic....