Gorilla Grip Durable Kitchen Cutting Board Set of 3, BPA Free, Reversible Use, Easy Grip Rubber Handles, Deep Juice Grooves, Large Food Chopping Boards, Dishwasher Safe, Chop Meat, Veggies, Black

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Models with end-grain hard construction are by far the best, as the knife blade can slip in between the fibers without much damage to the board or the knife. We spent a few weeks testing the boards, rotating them in and out of our own kitchen meal prep as we compared everything from overall performance when we sliced and diced to usability, aesthetics and maintenance. We didn’t like how slippery the polypropylene surface was, however, and we had to place a towel beneath it when working to keep it stable. But generally speaking, it needs to be oiled less than once a month and less overall than most other bamboo or hardwood models.

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However, to avoid any warping, we followed instructions to dry it straight afterwards and made sure not to soak or immerse it in water. Knife marks were apparent and deep after use, and it’s hard to put the Lipper International mats away in the board’s storage area after use. Although this board is durable, consistently chopping on the side with laser-etched landmarks may ruin the artwork. A bad chopping board will crack under pressure (quite literally), warp in heat, spill juices all over your work surface and harbour nasty bacteria if you’re not careful when washing it. It didn't show many gashes, though cuts can become more prominent over time if not cared for properly.

It doesn't get deep cuts, limiting places for bacteria to grow and allowing your run-of-the-mill dishwasher to clean it thoroughly. Our range has been put together to offer you a cost effective choice of simple bread boards, right up to more multifunction preparation stations that allow for the easy and safe preparation of foods without the hassle of just using a slippery and unstable worktop.

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All of our testers loved the deep juice grooves and recessed handles, which made it easier to pick up off of smooth surfaces. While we didn’t notice stains on the board itself, after the wet Aptitlig sat on our countertop, we noticed that it left brownish marks on our counters. Nicole (she/her) is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she has overseen content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, tools and gear since 2019. This Dexas Mini Grippmat pack of four flexible color-coded cutting mats helps you separate your chopping to stay organized — and prevents cross-contamination.This is one of the nicest, most functional cutting boards we've used, from the anti-microbial and knife-friendly end-grain construction to the deep juice groove and rubberized feet that help keep it in place. Sometimes cute, small things seem too good to be true, but this foldable cutting board is an exception.