Cutting Boards

Certain pieces of kitchen equipment are elementary as cutting boards. Surely if you have cut-proof hands for steel, a handheld paring knife will be just fine. But when it comes to dicing, chopping, smashing, or mincing, there can be no way other than a solid chopping board. 

A cutting or chopping board is a durable flat surface on which you can place material for cutting. The kitchen cutting board is generally used for preparing food while other types exist for cutting raw materials like plastic or leather. The second mentioned type is commonly used in commercial settings. Based on the needs and suitability to use, these boards are available in a wide range of materials, shapes, widths, and sizes. Commonly chopping boards are made of plastic or wood. However, occasionally you can also find cutting boards made of marble, steel, or glass.  

Different types of kitchen butting boards  

Today there are different types of cutting boards available in the market, and each of them is made from different materials. But the question is which of these is the best and why? A wooden board, for example, needs special attention. It needs detailed cleaning and oiling to keep it in good condition for a long. As the later section of this article will speak about the tips and tricks on how to buy a cutting board, for the time being, we will generate understanding about different types of chopping boards available in the market. So, let’s have a look.  

Plastic cutting boards  

 these are somewhat a safe bet; most commonly used and the best option that one can consider. The safety of these boards depends on getting them clean. And it is not as easy as you might think. These boards become more popular when plastic became an industrialised material making it available in abundance. According to researches, these boards are safer than wood and supposedly more comfortable to clean. You can also throw them in the dishwasher, and it is all done. And this is the only reason many people give them bonus points for this reason. 

Bamboo cutting boards  

These are made of natural bamboo and having one or more in your kitchen exudes good vibes for two reasons. One is because they are aesthetically cool, and the other has much to do with the spiritual properties of the bamboo. Many believe that the essence of those properties is an eternal thing that translates into any product made from bamboo. Besides a stylish appearance, these boards are ranked higher among the folk who are eco-conscious. Bamboo is a durable place and does not exercise any chemicals for harvesting. These boards are durable and easily recyclable.  

Wooden cutting boards 

When it comes to hygiene, these boards are far better than plastic boards. This is because they will not accumulate any bacteria as it does not offer any favourable conditions for them to grow or reproduce. It may not sound right, but it is a fact and reason why many prefer them on many other types of boards. So if you can keep them clean, there is nothing to worry about the hygiene and health of these boards for a long time. As a plus, you can also sterilize them in the microwave. You can also find some wooden cutting boards with self-healing abilities. For example, the scars and cuts will not be pronounced on the wood cutting boards that are made of beech or maple.  

Glass cutting boards 

This can be the least option for consideration. Yet, they are loved by many. And the only reason is the look and feel. These boards are often used for serving a purpose to add aesthetic value to your meal like grilled fish or whole chicken that needs to be cut in the piece but served as a whole on the table. Besides, these boards have no application as they are fragile. Besides, they are potentially dangerous for your fingers. Not to mention, they are not suitable for your kitchen knives. Additionally, they have an extremely slippery surface that makes you more accident-prone.