Do I need a cutting board if used for food prep, or can I cut on this surface?
912783
You would leave a scratch on the surface since it is stainless steel. I would use a cutting board.
912784
The top is stainless steel, so technically you can cut directly on it. however, steel with steel knives will dull them more quickly.
912785
It's a stainless steel surface, so I assume you can cut on it. Not sure how stable the surface would be since it sits freely on top of the four legs and even with the locks on the wheels (which are optional) it wiggles a bit. I don't use my cart for food prep. I use it to store my microwave, which sits on the stainless top surface, and blender/food processor on the bottom. Maybe you should ask another reviewer who uses it for food prep.
912786
Like the others said, cutting board would probably be best for food prep. Its just a stainless steel top.
715384
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.
1653526
Even though the surface of the table is referred to as 'butcher block' I would not recommend cutting meat, fish, chicken or veggies on that surface. You may place a separate butting board on the butcher block surface. I suggest this primarily for health reasons because sharp knives can imbed microscopic bits of food and you may not be able to completely remove that residue. By using the separate cutting board you will preserve the beautiful surface. The table expands your food prep area beautifully in more ways than one. Enjoy.
2071897
The surface of these cutting mats is smooth. I haven't had any problems cutting vegetables, meat or fish. The problem I have is storage. I don't have a drawer space or an area where they can lay flat without something being on top.
1888366
If you do not care for looks...yes it could be used..I really don't think it was meant to be a cutting board...the top has a slick coating..hope this helps
515131
Actually, it can. What I did was to turn the cutting board over and chop on that side. This way, the front can be used for measurements, sand its' nice and clean. :O)
922394
I would assume you can if you are just using for a counter top. If you are going to use for cutting food prep etc. I would not recommend staining
670409
Yes, definitely, although we never use the heated dry option. Doubt that would make a difference, though. Very nice, sturdy cutting board.
2148810
I dont think you need it. I just roll flat sheets at the desired thickness. No cuts needed you can't do with a knife.
2262315
I have this board, we keep it on our island all the time, which has a vegetable sink. Yes, we cut veggies on it. It is very heavy, and very beautiful. When we are cooking with meat and chicken, we use another area of the kitchen.
1605558
Yes, but when I use it I make sure there is nothing, nothing near it and I place a wooden cutting board under it. I hope this helps.
515132
You CAN use the reverse side as a cutting board. It is high quality wood, but you surely would not want to mar the front display side with knife marks! Better idea....if you don't have a good size working space, put this board on a table or counter with the back side up and then use those "flexible" plastic type cutting surfaces on top of it. Since I have purchased those thin flexible "cutting boards" I never use wooden boards but this would provide a good underneath work surface!
1693363
You can, as long as it is light cutting. I use a cutting board to preserve finish.
7881
You can use it as a butcher block. I mostly use it for rolling out bread or simple things. For serious chopping I prefer to use a separate cutting board because I don't want to stain the wooden surface. I also don't like to mix things like meats and vegetables on the same surface to keep things really safe in the kitchen. I seriously LOVE this cabinet.
2207425
You could very lightly cut but I still wouldn't recommend it. If you want a nice lightweight cutting board, I highly recommend this: MSR Alpine Deluxe Cutting Board
137452
I wouldn't. It's not thick enough as a cutting board. My daughter used hers as an extension to her counters.
82427
I would not think so but I gave it to our son. Our family could not use a cutting board since my husband's transplant. The product was excellent!!!! Really moisturizers the wood well!!