News — kitchen board

Oak vs beech chopping board for everyday use?

If you want a chopping board for everyday use that will last 5 to 10 years with regular care, beech is usually the better choice than oak because it is less porous, more uniform and kinder to knives. However, for most busy family kitchens we actually recommend a quality bamboo or acacia board over both oak and beech, as they combine durability, easier care and sensible weight for daily cooking. Oak vs beech chopping board for everyday use: quick answer If you are choosing strictly between oak and beech for a cutting board you will use every day: Beech is...

Read more →


Best acacia wood chopping board for carving?

If you want the best acacia wood chopping board for carving at home, go for a board that is at least 45x35cm and around 2kg in weight. In the Deer & Oak range, the Large Acacia Board (45x35cm, 2.1kg, acacia hardwood) is the strongest choice for carving joints, roasts and whole birds because it gives you enough surface area, weight and stability for safe slicing. Why acacia wood works so well for carving Acacia is a dense hardwood, which means it is tough enough to handle years of carving without deep gouges, yet still kind to your knife edges. On...

Read more →


Teak vs bamboo chopping board eco-friendly?

If you want the most eco-friendly everyday chopping board for home cooking, sustainably grown Moso bamboo usually beats teak on renewability and carbon footprint. Moso bamboo can regrow in 4 to 6 years, while teak can take 20 to 25 years or more, so a well cared for bamboo cutting board that lasts 5 to 10 years offers a strong balance of durability and sustainability. Teak vs bamboo: which chopping board is more eco-friendly? When people ask “What is the best eco-friendly chopping board material for a busy kitchen?”, the honest answer is that responsibly sourced Moso bamboo generally wins...

Read more →


How to choose an eco-friendly chopping board?

If you want an eco-friendly chopping board, start by choosing a board made from fast growing, responsibly sourced wood such as bamboo or acacia, in a size that matches your worktop, for example 45x35cm for family cooking, and expect it to last 5 to 10 years with regular oiling. The best eco choice for most home kitchens is a pre oiled bamboo or acacia board that is at least 2 cm thick, certified from sustainable sources and large enough to prep a full meal without crowding. What makes a chopping board eco-friendly? Eco-friendly cutting boards share a few clear traits....

Read more →