News — eco friendly kitchen board

If you want a quick answer to “how do I oil my bamboo chopping board?” here it is: clean and dry your board, then apply 5 to 10 ml of food safe mineral oil per side, rub it in with a soft cloth, leave it to soak for at least 6 hours, then wipe off any excess. Done properly every 3 to 4 weeks, a moso bamboo board can last 5 to 10 years in a busy kitchen. Why oiling your bamboo chopping board matters Bamboo, including sustainable moso bamboo, is naturally dense and slightly porous. Without oil, water and...

If you want the best balance between knife friendliness, durability and daily practicality, a fine grained hardwood like maple is technically the best chopping board material for knives, but in real British kitchens a high quality Moso bamboo or acacia board around 45x35cm and 1.8 to 2.1kg gives 90 to 95% of the performance at a lower price and with easier care. Bamboo, acacia or maple: which is actually best for your knives? When you ask which chopping board is best for knives, you are really asking how to protect two things over the next 5 to 10 years: the...

If you want your bamboo chopping board to last 5 to 10 years instead of warping or cracking within 12 months, you should season it with food safe oil every 3 to 4 weeks. Seasoning a Moso bamboo cutting board creates a protective barrier that stops water soaking in, keeps the surface smoother on your knives and helps your eco friendly kitchen board stay hygienic for everyday cooking. Why season a bamboo chopping board at all? Bamboo is naturally less porous than many hardwoods, but it still absorbs water and cooking liquids if it is left unsealed. When you season...

If you want the best affordable bamboo chopping board for knives, the Deer & Oak Large Bamboo Board (45x35cm, 1.8kg, Moso bamboo, £34.99) is the standout choice for most home kitchens. It gives enough space to protect your knives, uses dense eco friendly Moso bamboo, and costs under £35 while lasting 5 to 10 years with simple care. Why Moso bamboo is kinder to your knives Not all bamboo boards feel the same under the knife. The boards in this guide use Moso bamboo, a fast growing, sustainable grass that is dense enough to resist deep cuts but still gentle...