News — carbonised bamboo

If you use your chopping board every day, you probably worry at least a little about what might be lurking in those knife marks. With bamboo and acacia boards both popular in British kitchens, a fair question pops up: is carbonised bamboo better than acacia for bacterial safety? The short answer: both materials can be very hygienic if they’re well made and properly looked after. Carbonised bamboo has a few interesting advantages, but it isn’t a magic shield against germs. Let’s unpack what actually matters. What do we mean by “bacterial safety”? When we talk about bacterial safety in chopping...

If you have ever paused mid onion chop and wondered whether your bamboo board is secretly harbouring germs, you are not alone. With so much advice flying around about plastic versus wood, it is completely fair to ask: are bamboo cutting boards safe for bacteria in UK kitchens? What actually happens to bacteria on a chopping board? Before we pick on bamboo, it helps to understand how bacteria behave on any cutting board. When you prepare raw meat, fish or unwashed veg, you can transfer common foodborne bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli and Campylobacter onto the board. From there, one...

If your plastic chopping boards are looking a bit tired, stained with tomato and scarred with knife marks, you are not alone. Many of us bought them because they seemed practical and cheap. But they are not exactly kind to the planet or your kitchen knives. The good news is that eco-friendly bamboo boards are a simple, everyday swap that can make your home feel more natural, more stylish and a lot less plastic heavy. Why swap plastic for bamboo in your kitchen? Plastic boards have had their moment. Over time they can trap stains and odours, and those deep...

If you cook most nights of the week, your chopping board probably sees more action than your oven. It is where every meal starts. So choosing between carbonised bamboo and plastic is not just a style decision, it is about hygiene, sustainability and how your kitchen feels to cook in. What on earth is carbonised bamboo? Before we get into carbonised bamboo vs plastic: the ultimate UK kitchen showdown, it helps to know what carbonised bamboo actually is. Carbonised bamboo is natural bamboo that has been gently heat treated. This darkens the colour to a rich caramel tone and helps...