OXO Good Grips Utility Cutting Board

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This inexpensive solid beechwood Ikea Proppmatt cutting board also looked its price. The board was poorly sanded out of the box (making for a rough surface), and it was built cheaply enough that we could feel the seams between the joined wooden boards. Our test model also had a large imperfection in the wood. Patented Design for Maximum Comfort: the mat features a unique hexagon design with a soft, textured topside that will keep you and your whole family comfortable; perfect for taking baths or long showers; even soft and gentle enough for grooming your furry friends

Important Note: It does NOT include a frail elderly person who is otherwise able-bodied or any person who is only temporarily disabled or incapacitated, such as with a broken limb. We also cut beets on every board to see which boards could handle this rich-colored vegetable without staining. Whether this board will prove beneficial to your knives or a solid long-term investment will depend on how (and how much) you cook. It’s certainly soft on the blade, but you need to be prepared for some knife marks on the surface as a consequence. How we tested the best cutting boardsNot all of our products are eligible for VAT relief, so we are obliged to charge VAT for those products even after you complete this form. Stain Resistant: premium pebble texture topside is constructed of durable, stain resistant material; easy to clean; simply vacuum or wipe with a damp cloth for a no hassle clean Low Profile and Many Size Options: low profile construction is great for low clearing doors; available in a variety of standard sizes for a perfect fit

TIER SPACE SAVING DESIGN: keep your home organized while saving cabinet and counter space with our 2 tier shelf storage organizer; specially designed to fit taller bottles and containers, distance between shelves is 11.5 inches for a perfect fit; drawers also feature 2.25 inch high edges to help prevent items from falling over Working with this stunning, edge-grain board is a snap, thanks to its expansive dimensions that simplify prepping and arranging multiple ingredients at once. All but the deepest cuts tend to vanish on the rich, dark surface; cleanup is a dream, with tough stains (like chipotle chiles in adobo) wiping away with just hot, soapy water; and because teak needs less oiling than other woods, it’s as low maintenance as cutting boards get.By far the most unique plastic cutting board we tested, the Joseph Joseph Chop2Pot Foldable is the perfect cutting board for chopping up vegetables, though probably not for other cutting tasks. The Totally Bamboo is a very functional cutting board that provides a fun and beautiful representation of major cities, states, National Parks, and a handful of other territories, countries, and Canadian provinces. While most people will buy this model for its unique shape, it should be noted that it's a very functional board. It easily proved to be among the most durable, resisting slices and cuts as well as any other top-performing model. It also comes with a hefty pre-treatment, and we found it needed to be oiled the least frequently of any model we tested. Like all other bamboo models, it's more sanitary and anti-bacterial than plastic options because of bamboo's naturally anti-microbial characteristics. Customizable: easy to trim with a household scissor, so you can customize based on your stove and counter's unique fit Machine Washable: yes, this mat can be washed in the washing machine; we recommend that you wash your mat before you use it the first time and rinse and dry it after each use; keeping your mat clean will help to uphold its fresh appearance and remove the oily and slippery build up that may occur from soaps In our testing, after chopping up many fruits, vegetables and meat, we found few noticeable marks. When we ran our hand over the wood, we felt a few, but none deep or noticeable to the naked eye, thanks to the combination of the hard material and the dark finish, which is not only lovely but should hide everyday stains over time.

Ian Nicholson is the lead tester for this review, and his enthusiasm literally can not be overstated. Before the selection and review process, he spent hours discussing cutting boards with professional chefs and other food service professionals. Ian himself is a passionate home chef and long-time reviewer who prides himself in taking great care throughout the entire testing process. Analysis and Test Results Like wood, you shouldn’t put bamboo in the dishwasher, and long-term care requires a bit of oiling to keep the surface free from warping.Both surfaces of this reversible board are incredibly smooth (and you can cut on either side), although the edges aren’t sanded or contoured as carefully as some of the high-end cutting boards we tested. The rough surface isn’t treated thoroughly enough from the factory either. After leaving cut beets on the board for five minutes, we found a number of stains that we could not remove. With so many other inexpensive, high-quality boards, including Ikea’s own Skogsta, the Proppmatt is one we’d take a pass on.