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Wood Cutting Boards > Plastic Cutting Boards - Coggle Diagram
Wood Cutting Boards > Plastic Cutting Boards
Quality
Wood board is higher quality
Plastic board is lower quality
Safety
Different washing procedures, but no proven difference in sanitation potential
Different washing methods
Plastic can go in dishwasher
Wood cannot go in dish washer
Textile Feel
Wood board is heavier
Plastic board is lighter
Scratch Potential
Wood cutting board is less likely to get deep scratches
Plastic board is more likely to get deep scratches where food can get stuck
What to use for meats?
Plastic board for meats because it is easier to clean thoroughly
Wood boards should be avoided when using raw meats as they are more porous and require thorough sanitation
Variety in Material
Type of wood varies and impacts usage of board
Type of plastic varying should not impact usability
Sanitizing solution
Wood boards cannot take harsh chemicals
Plastic boards should be washed and sanitized with a chlorine-based sanitizer
Keywords for plastic cutting board
Light
convenient
Cheap
Clean
Essential
Keywords for wood cutting board
Heavy
high quality
professional
duable
classy
Associated kitchen tools
Knive
Scissors
Associated activities
Dicing
Chopping
Crushing
Trimming
Slicing
Mincing