We recently (past few months) bought a cutting board from Target. I thought it was bamboo, but I don't think it is. It really isn't water proof, even after treating with mineral oil, and foods like tomatos and onions seem to stick in the wood and flavor other foods. Needless to say we need to replace it with something else. My question is this: does this repel the flavors of the foods that are being cut on the board? We recently (past few months) bought a cutting board from Target. I thought it was bamboo, but I don't think it is. It really isn't water proof, even after treating with mineral oil, and... » Read More We recently (past few months) bought a cutting board from Target. I thought it was bamboo, but I don't think it is. It really isn't water proof, even after treating with mineral oil, and foods like tomatos and onions seem to stick in the wood and flavor other foods. Needless to say we need to replace it with something else. My question is this: does this repel the flavors of the foods that are being cut on the board? « Show Less
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I've used it to cut poultry, meat, cheese and vegetables. Its never left a smell and its water proof. I treated this board three times as instructed and have used mine for over six months without any cracking or other signs. I really enjoy this board and I'm happy with the purchase. This board is also very solid.
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Since the day I purchased this cutting board, I have kept it wiped with coconut oil.. nothing else. I have never had a smell carry onto the next ingredient.. But then again, I only use coconut oil.
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It's actually pretty easy. Warm water and dish soap, and then make sure to let it dry (i usually stand it up against a wall). Then every 2-3 weeks I put on some Boos Cutting Board Oil, as you'll notice it starts drying out, but the oil brings it back to new again! This is a great board - very happy with the purchase, just make sure your kitchen can fit this size board!
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It is hard wood. I spent several days literally coating and letting the food grade mineral oil soak in over and over before using this board. Please do the same. I now have an incredibly good chef style cutting board that (because I prepared it right) is just something great to have and use, but also very maintenance free. once you think you have enough mineral oil soaked into the board, triple that and then you are probably close. No kidding. and for the love of Pete, please don't use vegetable oil or olive oil. Mineral oil only, food grade.
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I don't do lots of cooking and mine gets used on an average of a couple times a week. I have never noticed any slipping and sliding and unlike my room mate who is a professional chef I don't have to put a damp paper towel under my Proteak cutting board to keep it in one place like he has to with his composite light weight board. It's a good size board with some real weight to it so it would take a lot of very vigorous activity to get it to move. I'm sure you'll get some input from others too, but I'd say you don't need to worry about your board sliding with this board you are considering. Happy cooking! I don't do lots of cooking and mine gets used on an average of a couple times a week. I have never noticed any slipping and sliding and unlike my room mate who is a professional chef I don't have to put a damp paper towel under my Proteak cutting board to keep it in one place like he has to with his composite light weight board. It's a good size board with some real weight to it so it would take a lot of very vigorous activity to get it to move. I'm sure you'll get some input from others too, but I'd say you don't need to worry about your board sliding with this board you are considering.... » Read More I don't do lots of cooking and mine gets used on an average of a couple times a week. I have never noticed any slipping and sliding and unlike my room mate who is a professional chef I don't have to put a damp paper towel under my Proteak cutting board to keep it in one place like he has to with his composite light weight board. It's a good size board with some real weight to it so it would take a lot of very vigorous activity to get it to move. I'm sure you'll get some input from others too, but I'd say you don't need to worry about your board sliding with this board you are considering. Happy cooking! « Show Less
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I'm wondering if you coat with Water Seal before or after assembly. I want to be sure it gets assembled correctly before I do anything to it (in case of needing to return product) but I don't really want to take it back apart to water seal. I guess I answered my own question, but it would be great if any experts out there could offer some advice. The wood smells great!
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I don't really know. It is bamboo and I have never put any of my bamboo in the dishwasher. I do wash with soap and hot water, tho. I then oil it. I know you can also use peroxide solution. I don't cut chicken or meat on this board either; I have a glass board for meats. Hope this helps. I bought it primarily because it fits over two burners of stove in my tiny kitchen, but it is soooo useful just as a cutting board as well as space saver. I think this board is also a VERY good value.
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Bamboo is naturally resistant to mold. I never had a problem with mold. Maybe there was something in the fabric that started to mold and left that trace on the rack.
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I am copying the info from the site below. I hope it helps better than my last response!CARE & CLEANING OF BAMBOO Bamboo is harder than maple. It is a naturally replenishing grass and one of the world's most renewable resources. The lovely honey color is produced entirely naturally, without the use of stain or paint, through a special heating process that caramelizes the sugar in the wood.The glue has been tested and is food-safe.Hand wash with a mil mild soap and cool water. Do not let it air dry or be left in standing water. Dry thoroughly. Do not soak. Occasional use of mineral oil on the inside will help maintain its appearance. I am copying the info from the site below. I hope it helps better than my last response!CARE & CLEANING OF BAMBOO Bamboo is harder than maple. It is a naturally replenishing grass and one of the world's most renewable resources. The lovely honey color is produced entirely naturally, without the use of stain or paint, through a special heating process that caramelizes the sugar in the wood.The glue has been tested and is food-safe.Hand wash with a mil mild soap and cool water. Do not let it air dry or be left in standing water. Dry thoroughly. Do not soak. Occasional... » Read More I am copying the info from the site below. I hope it helps better than my last response!CARE & CLEANING OF BAMBOO Bamboo is harder than maple. It is a naturally replenishing grass and one of the world's most renewable resources. The lovely honey color is produced entirely naturally, without the use of stain or paint, through a special heating process that caramelizes the sugar in the wood.The glue has been tested and is food-safe.Hand wash with a mil mild soap and cool water. Do not let it air dry or be left in standing water. Dry thoroughly. Do not soak. Occasional use of mineral oil on the inside will help maintain its appearance. « Show Less
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I am copying the info from the site below. I hope it helps better than my last response! CARE & CLEANING OF BAMBOO Bamboo is harder than maple. It is a naturally replenishing grass and one of the world's most renewable resources. The lovely honey color is produced entirely naturally, without the use of stain or paint, through a special heating process that caramelizes the sugar in the wood. The glue has been tested and is food-safe. Hand wash with a mil mild soap and cool water. Do not let it air dry or be left in standing water. Dry thoroughly. Do not soak. Occasional use of mineral oil on the inside will help maintain its appearance.
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I have only used it to preserve my wooden end grain cutting boards and some wooden spatulas. I've heard about it being used as a laxative, but I've never used it for that purpose, so I can't comment on that. At least when used to impregnate cutting boards, it doesn't impart any taste to food that is being cut on it, so I assume it doesn't really have a taste to it.
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The surface is completely non-porous so bacteria etc cannot penetrate into the board. I don't know if there is an antimicrobal agent impregnated into the surface. I do not think so and would not want that in a cutting board any way. The main problem with this board is that it is very slippery and light in weight so it slides on our counter top too much and we need to have a piece of paper towel under it.
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I have had this cutting board for ... About a year? And it gets daily, heavy use. It has warped ever so slightly, and although I did purchase the treatment oil, I have yet to use it. It is my understanding that treating it prolongs use. The board is extraordinarily durable and can stand up to very sharp knives. There are barely any scratches on the board after a year of cutting with professional grade knives.
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Happy Holidays! To be honest with you, I need to do more research about the black sesame seeds before I give you my answers. So far I have heard lots of voices. One of the voices said the black color of genuine sesame seeds should not come off while soaking in water. But another voice said it is normal for the color to come off. Now I don't feel that I have the final answer. Stay well!
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I would not use it as a cutting board. It looks and feels like it is finished with some kind of hard sealant, unknown whether chips of which would contaminate food. If you use it as a cutting board, you will inevitably eat some of it. But let's assume it is finished with a food-safe finish, I still wouldn't use it as a cutting board. It's a pretty and a useful table, and I wouldn't want to mar it up. I personally use a piece of oil cloth to cover it, and then put a cutting board on that. But I'm an old guy born of humble beginnings, so I take good care of my stuff. Hope this helps.
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Hi Barbara,That's is perfectly fine. We are improving and transitioning to a new packaging which comes in new dry form.Once you soak the sponge in the water, it will become very softHow to care for this new dry type is the same. Once you are done using the sponge, squeeze out all access water and hang it to dry in a dry area.Once every 2 weeks, we recommend sanitizing by either putting it in boiling water for 1-2 min or putting it in a bowl of water and microwave it for 1:30 minIf you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at info@mykonjacsponge.com. Thank you. Hi Barbara,That's is perfectly fine. We are improving and transitioning to a new packaging which comes in new dry form.Once you soak the sponge in the water, it will become very softHow to care for this new dry type is the same. Once you are done using the sponge, squeeze out all access water and hang it to dry in a dry area.Once every 2 weeks, we recommend sanitizing by either putting it in boiling water for 1-2 min or putting it in a bowl of water and microwave it for 1:30 minIf you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at... » Read More Hi Barbara,That's is perfectly fine. We are improving and transitioning to a new packaging which comes in new dry form.Once you soak the sponge in the water, it will become very softHow to care for this new dry type is the same. Once you are done using the sponge, squeeze out all access water and hang it to dry in a dry area.Once every 2 weeks, we recommend sanitizing by either putting it in boiling water for 1-2 min or putting it in a bowl of water and microwave it for 1:30 minIf you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at info@mykonjacsponge.com. Thank you. « Show Less
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All wooden boards, and utencils, should be cleaned before initial use. Use a mild dish soap and make sure that the board does not absorb too much water as it may warp. After the initial cleaning, the board should be oiled to keep the wood from drying out, cracking, and warping. How often to oil is dependent upon how often it is used. I have never heard of a board being oiled too much. It may not always need it, though. The oil also helps food matter from being trapped in the wood, making the board unsanitary. Cleaning by using flour and scraping is good, but if you are worried about the board being sanitary, you should wash it, let it dry completely, and oil when necessary. All wooden boards, and utencils, should be cleaned before initial use. Use a mild dish soap and make sure that the board does not absorb too much water as it may warp. After the initial cleaning, the board should be oiled to keep the wood from drying out, cracking, and warping. How often to oil is dependent upon how often it is used. I have never heard of a board being oiled too much. It may not always need it, though. The oil also helps food matter from being trapped in the wood, making the board unsanitary. Cleaning by using flour and scraping is good, but if you are worried about the... » Read More All wooden boards, and utencils, should be cleaned before initial use. Use a mild dish soap and make sure that the board does not absorb too much water as it may warp. After the initial cleaning, the board should be oiled to keep the wood from drying out, cracking, and warping. How often to oil is dependent upon how often it is used. I have never heard of a board being oiled too much. It may not always need it, though. The oil also helps food matter from being trapped in the wood, making the board unsanitary. Cleaning by using flour and scraping is good, but if you are worried about the board being sanitary, you should wash it, let it dry completely, and oil when necessary. « Show Less
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I have had no such issue with this cutting board. I would say it's defective and dangerous to cut with a board in those conditions.