Worktop Express Solid Oak Wooden Chopping Board - 45cm x 30cm x 4cm Rectangular European Hardwood Cutting, Serving and Carving Block

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That means end grain boards are much easier on the blade and so your knife will retain its edge for far longer. The kiln-dried process that our chopping boards go through ensures that they are ideal for interior use and will have minimal further movement in the future. Your chopping board will come hand sanded to a smooth finish and will be sent with a food-safe protective Board Butter (a blend of natural beeswax and food-grade oils, all produced and sourced in Wales). End grain cutting boards are by far the best option. They are very tough and unlikely to deform very easily, but more importantly their very composition is actually much better for the blade of your knife. However; when it comes to more expensive timbers, like oak, choosing a face grain product is not very cost effective. They are more likely to deform and more easily blunt your knife, and since you’re already paying a premium for quality timber it’s not really worth it. Never leave a wooden cutting board to soak in soapy water. This can lead to warping and the wood could even begin to rot. My oak cutting board recommendation

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The underside of the board also has four little non-slip silicone feet to keep it steady whilst chopping.For a good quality oak cutting board you can’t go far wrong with this end grain board from TPA Wood. Generally, the standard of the grain will fall in line with the price. Face grain cutting boards are the cheapest whilst end grain cutting boards are the most expensive. Oil it once a day for a week, once a week for a month, once a month for a year, and then once a year for the rest of your life.” Storage & organisation Furniture Textiles Kitchenware & tableware Kitchens Lighting Decoration Rugs, mats & flooring Beds & mattresses Baby & children Smart home Bathroom products Laundry & cleaning Plants & plant pots Home electronics Home improvement Outdoor living Food & beverages Christmas Shop Shop by room

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It’s a hard wearing board and a handy size at 16 x 12 inches. The finish is very attractive and being an end grain board it’ll be gentle on your knife blades whilst retaining its strength. An important step of owning any decent wooden cutting board is that from time to time you will need to seal the surface. DO NOT subject the board to significant changes in temperature, e.g. by placing it on a stove or radiator Never use a dishwasher, the heat can warp the wood, especially if it’s a cheaper face grain cutting board (although I would always recommend buying an end grain for oak boards). It’s got that nice chunky feel with handle grooves on the underside making it easy to carry food from the kitchen worktop to your stove.

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DO NOT leave items such as cheese on the board for long periods as the moisture can get into the wood and stains may develop. Available with personalised engraving – any text or font, choose an image or send us your own. These are the perfect gift for birthdays, anniversaries or Christmas. The cleaning is relatively easy. Just use soap, a cloth and warm water to wipe down the board. If any stains have penetrated the surface then give that area a particularly good scrub in a circular motion.

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However if you would prefer an oil a closer to hand and have no allergy towards a nut of vegetable oil feel free to use. These will offer a protective cover =, similar to the mineral oil. but may carry a slight smell. Owe would recommend olive oil or rape seed oil which are perfect for carving boards!!!It’s much the same principle as sealing a wooden kitchen work-top and is pretty easy to do. As long as you have a small tub of an adequate sealant in your house you can easily seal a cutting board in just a matter of minutes. Many people look for more than just practically alone when it comes to cutting boards. They are often a style item, an accessory that helps to improve the look of a kitchen.

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This helps to prevent anything penetrating into the wood which can cause staining, but also harbor the growth of bacteria. These boards not only look the part, but they can often help to retain a sharp edge on a knife. One material that’s becoming very popular is oak cutting boards.Of course, it’s all happening at a very small level so you can’t really see this happening with the naked eye, but end grain cutting boards are far more gentle on the blade edge than any other grain type. I would recommend at least an edge grain cutting board for oak, just don’t waste your time with face grain. But realistically, if you’re after a quality cutting board, end grain is the way to go.