Ecology: Ecology chopping boards are made from stunning high-quality natural materials such as acacia wood, finished with food safe natural oil, perfect for the style conscious chef.

Hinged knife - some food preparation boards feature a knife connected to the board by a hinge at the tip.If you find yourself using foods with juice overflow, look for a pour spout on the board.” — Sean Osborne, Creative Director at J.K. Adams Size Juice grooves are immensely helpful for those who grill or roast often, as the juices from your favorite foods can overflow into these wells, without getting all over the counter," Osborne explains. "Spikes are helpful for those who host Thanksgiving, or who roast in the oven regularly." The Homecraft Plastic Spreading Board has a raised L-shape in one corner, which allows bread to be spread using one hand. It also features a set of six stainless steel spikes that can be inserted into the board. The spikes are designed to hold produce, such as bread or vegetables, firmly in place whilst they are being sliced or chopped. The spreader board also has non-slip feet on the bottom to prevent it from sliding around during use. Material: The material of the board will determine how durable it is and how easy it is to clean. Wooden boards are the most popular choice as they are gentle on knives, while plastic boards are easier to clean and are more affordable. The raised lip means that a slice of bread stays in one position and allows the user to spread butter or jam on it easily with only one hand. The Kitchen Board is also supplied with a set of stainless steel spikes that can be inserted into the board to hold items such as bread, fruit or vegetables in place for peeling, slicing or chopping. Ideal for users who suffer from arthritic conditions, or who have a weak or painful grip, the Kitchen Spread Board can be easily wiped clean or popped in the dishwasher if required.

We connected with J.K. Adams Creative Director Sean Osborne to learn more about the features to look for in a carving board. He told us that"going with a darker-toned wood, such as cherry or walnut, may provide a bit more forgiveness against staining and visible carving marks over time." These cutting boards are affordable and easy to clean in the dishwasher, making them a popular choice for commercial kitchens. Glass chopping boards

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Joseph Joseph: Well-known for their innovative designs and features, Joseph Joseph has a wide range of chopping board sets that feature colour-coded boards for meat, vegetables, seafood and bread. Another thing to think about is the size of the board and what it will be used for. If you’ve only got a limited amount of kitchen surface or will only be using it to prepare a small number of ingredients then you may want to consider a smaller board. However, if you have a lot of worksurface to use then a large chopping board or a chopping board set might be a suitable option.