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No, bamboo cutting boards should not go in the dishwasher. Even eco-friendly moso bamboo boards like our 45x35cm Large Bamboo Board can warp, crack and lose their smooth finish after as few as 5 to 10 dishwasher cycles because of high heat, harsh detergents and long soak times. Why bamboo cutting boards should stay out of the dishwasher Bamboo is tougher and more water resistant than many soft woods, but it is still a natural fibre material. When you put bamboo cutting boards in a dishwasher, three things happen that quickly shorten their life: High heat from 60 to 75°C...

If you prepare raw fish and fresh vegetables at home more than once a week, then yes, you should use separate chopping boards for fish and veg to cut the risk of cross contamination by up to 60% compared with using a single board and casual rinsing. The simplest way is to keep one clearly designated board for raw fish and another for vegetables and ready to eat foods, and to stick to that system every time you cook. Why separate chopping boards for fish and veg make sense Raw fish can carry bacteria such as Vibrio and Salmonella, as...

If you want your wooden cutting board to last 5 to 10 years, the best way to clean it is to wash it by hand in warm soapy water for 20 to 30 seconds, rinse, dry with a towel straight away, then stand it upright to air dry fully. Never put a wooden board in the dishwasher and never leave it to soak. Daily cleaning: the simple 4 step routine Whether you use a compact 38x28cm board or a large 45x35cm board, the basic cleaning method is the same. Here is the routine we recommend for every Deer & Oak...

If you are asking “what’s the best big wooden chopping board for meat?”, the most practical size for home kitchens is a board around 45x35cm and at least 1.8kg in weight. In the Deer & Oak range, the Large Bamboo Board (45x35cm, 1.8kg) and the Large Acacia Board (45x35cm, 2.1kg) are the top choices if you want a big, steady cutting board for meat that will last for years with simple oiling and hand washing. Why a big wooden chopping board is better for meat When you are carving a roast chicken, resting a 2 kg beef joint or portioning...