News — Deer & Oak UK

If you want the best wood cutting board for knives in the UK, a medium to large hardwood or bamboo board in the 38x28cm to 45x35cm range is ideal, and for most home cooks we recommend the Deer & Oak Large Acacia Board (45x35cm, 2.1kg) because it’s thick, stable and kind to knife edges. What actually makes a cutting board “best” for knives in the UK? When people ask “what’s the best wood cutting board for knives UK”, they’re usually trying to solve three problems at once: keeping knives sharp for longer, avoiding deep scars that trap food, and having...

If you want a sustainable bamboo chopping board in the UK, one of the most reliable options is certified Moso bamboo boards from Deer & Oak, available from £24.99 for a 38x28cm board and £34.99 for a 45x35cm board, with delivery across the UK through Amazon and the Deer & Oak website. Why Moso bamboo is a smart eco friendly choice Not all bamboo chopping boards are equally sustainable. Moso bamboo is a fast growing grass that can reach maturity in about 5 years, and it regenerates from the same root system without replanting. That means well managed Moso bamboo...

If you want the best chopping board for a busy family kitchen that cuts plastic waste, an eco-friendly bamboo or acacia board can reduce plastic use by several kilos over 5 to 10 years while staying kinder to your knives than hard plastic. That is why many home cooks are now choosing a 45x35cm wooden or bamboo cutting board instead of buying a new plastic board every 12 to 18 months. Why choose eco-friendly chopping boards over plastic? Plastic chopping boards are light and cheap, but they come with a cost. Every slice from your knife can create tiny plastic...

If you want a safe, eco-friendly bamboo cutting board that stays as bacteria free as possible, look for pre-oiled Moso bamboo boards with low-porosity grain and clear size specs, such as the Deer & Oak Large Bamboo Board at 45x35cm and 1.8kg or the Bamboo Double Pack which includes 45x35cm and 38x28cm boards. These boards, when washed within 10 minutes of use and oiled every 4 to 6 weeks, can safely last 5 to 10 years in a busy kitchen. What makes a bamboo cutting board “safe” and bacteria resistant? Bamboo itself is naturally less porous than many soft woods,...