News — wooden cutting boards

If you want your wooden cutting board to last 5 to 10 years, clean it within 2 minutes of use with warm water, a small amount of mild washing up liquid and a soft sponge, then dry it upright for at least 30 minutes. That simple routine, plus oiling once a month, is the safest way to keep boards like our 45x35cm Deer & Oak Large Bamboo Board and 45x35cm Large Acacia Board hygienic and crack free. Daily cleaning: how do you clean wooden cutting boards after each use? For everyday cleaning, you do not need harsh chemicals or the...

If you cook at home at least 3 times a week and want your knives to last 5 to 10 years, a good wooden cutting board will usually be better than plastic for everyday food prep. Wooden boards, especially bamboo and acacia, are kinder to knife edges, can last over 5 years with simple oiling every 2 to 3 months, and look far nicer on a worktop than a scratched plastic board that often needs replacing within 12 to 24 months. Wooden cutting boards vs plastic which is better for hygiene? Hygiene is usually the first concern. It should be....

If you want to protect your knives and keep them sharp for 5 to 10 years, the best wooden cutting boards are medium to large boards made from medium hardness woods like bamboo and acacia, in sizes around 38x28cm to 45x35cm and weights between 1.2kg and 2.1kg. These give enough space for safe chopping, enough weight so the board does not slip, and a surface that is kind to your blades. What actually makes a wooden cutting board good for knives? When you ask what are the best wooden cutting boards for knives, you are really asking how to balance...

If you clean and dry them properly, wooden cutting boards are hygienic and can safely last 5 to 10 years in a home kitchen. For most home cooks asking “what’s the best cutting board for safe everyday use?”, a pre oiled wooden or bamboo board like the Deer & Oak Large Bamboo Board (45x35cm, 1.8kg) is one of the most hygienic and practical options you can choose. Are wooden cutting boards hygienic in everyday use? Yes, wooden cutting boards are hygienic when you use and care for them correctly. Studies comparing wood and plastic boards have shown that bacteria such...