Glass cutting boards: selection criteria and care

An integral attribute of every kitchen is a device on which products are cut, chopped, beaten off for their further use in cooking.

There is a wide selection of cutting boards on the modern kitchen market. They can be plastic, silicone, wood, natural and artificial stone, and even glass, which, by the way, are considered one of the most reliable and durable.

In this article, we will talk specifically about the latter option, about how to choose the right equipment, and how to care for it.

Among all types of cutting surfaces, the glass cutting board is one of the latest inventions that appeared relatively recently on the market and quickly gained popularity among consumers.

Such products are different - large and small, thick and thin, monochromatic and colored.

Cutting tools come in various sizes:

• 60x40 cm;
• 29x29 cm;
• 30x40 cm;
• 30x52 cm;
• 45x30 cm;
• 25x25 cm.

As for the thickness of the product, the larger it is, the more functional the product, the longer it has a service life.

Like any other kitchen fixture, a glass cutting board has both advantages and disadvantages. Let's take a closer look at both the positive and negative features of this kitchen attribute.

The pluses include:

• made exclusively from environmentally friendly material that does not harm human health;
• the glass surface is quite easy to care for;
• the surface is not abraded;
• equipping with four rubber pads-legs located on the reverse working side of the surface, with their help the product reliably adheres to the table surface and does not slip;
• attractive appearance, a wide range of design solutions and shapes;
• long service life.

There are much fewer cons, but they are also available:

• fragility - glass is a material that can be broken quite easily if used carelessly;
• when using a glass surface, the knife used to cut food becomes dull very quickly;
• when cutting, unpleasant sounds are emitted, to which, by the way, you can quickly get used to.

A glass cutting board, like any other kitchen utensil, should be chosen slowly, responsibly, taking into account special criteria.

• The size. It depends on the purpose of the product. For example, a 20x40 cm board is suitable for cutting bread products. A wide board is needed for fish and meat.
• Board thickness.
• The form, which can be rectangular, rounded, with or without corners. In this case, start from your own comfort and convenience.
• Design decoration. It totally depends on the preference of the user. If harmony in the kitchen is important to you, choose a board that will perfectly match the interior, style of the kitchen. Very often, when decorating a glass board, artists and designers resort to various drawing techniques. Animals, birds, flowers, vegetables, fruits, landscapes, whole genre pictures can be depicted on the board. Such a product can become a decoration of a room, give it a special flavor.

This is advisable and correct from a hygiene point of view.

A glass cutting board is considered one of the most convenient and picky to care for. You just need to adhere to a few simple rules and recommendations of specialists.

• Given the fact that various products are cut on the cutting surface, various bacteria and microorganisms can constantly collect on it. Therefore, the board should be thoroughly washed with a sponge after each use in warm water with the addition of detergent. Dishwasher safe.
• Periodically, at least once a week, you need to disinfect the board with food vinegar. Unpleasant odors can be removed with lemon juice, baking soda, and salt.
• After washing, it is necessary to wipe the product thoroughly dry.
• Store the inventory in a dry and moisture-free place.

When buying a glass cutting kitchen surface, it is better not to save money.

Give preference to a reliable manufacturer whose products are in demand among consumers and have quality certificates. And, of course, be a careful user, do not drop the board, as it can simply split or shatter.

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