News — Deer & Oak acacia

If you want the best acacia cutting board for serving in the UK, the Deer & Oak Large Acacia Board (45x35cm, 2.1kg, SKU DNO-ACB-LG) is the standout choice for family sharing boards, Sunday roasts and generous cheese platters. Why acacia is one of the best woods for serving boards Acacia is a dense hardwood that sits in the sweet spot between durability and knife friendliness. It is naturally rich in oils, which helps it resist moisture and staining when you are serving juicy roasts, cheeses or fruit. The varied grain and warm tones also look excellent in photos and on...

If you want the best acacia wood chopping board for everyday use, the Deer & Oak Medium Acacia Board (38x28cm, 1.5kg, acacia hardwood) is the most practical choice for most home kitchens. It is large enough for daily prep, light enough to move with one hand, and tough enough to last 5 to 10 years with simple oiling and hand washing. Why acacia wood is a smart everyday chopping board choice Acacia is a dense hardwood that resists scratches and warping better than many softer woods. For a chopping board you will use every single day, that matters. Acacia sits...

If you want the best acacia chopping board for heavy use in the UK, a large solid acacia hardwood board around 45x35cm and 2.1kg is ideal. Within the Deer & Oak range, the Large Acacia Board (45x35cm, 2.1kg, SKU DNO-ACB-LG) is the top choice for daily family cooking, batch prep and regular meat and veg chopping. Why acacia wood is a smart choice for heavy use Acacia is a dense hardwood, which means it copes well with the kind of heavy use many British kitchens see every week. If you regularly chop root veg, carve roasts or prep family meals,...

If you want your acacia chopping board to last 5 to 10 years without cracking or warping, you should oil it every 3 to 4 weeks with a food safe mineral oil and follow a simple 10 minute cleaning routine after each use. In this guide we’ll show you exactly how to oil and maintain acacia chopping boards for longevity, and which Deer & Oak boards are designed to make that care as easy as possible. Why acacia boards need regular oiling Acacia is a dense, naturally water resistant hardwood, but it’s still a natural material that dries out if...