Does the top serve as a cutting board or will that damage the wood or the knife?
59445
Personally I would not use the top for a cutting board--especially considering the vast variety of cutting boards available in styles, sizes and prices--I think the wood a touch too soft for that use, though I believe it could be used in such a fashion. I purchased a cutting board that fits over the top like it belongs there.
59446
It will definitely not damage the knife (I actually prefer cutting on wood), but we are not using it as a cutting board (you can if you prefer). We coincidentally had a large Catskill wooden cutting board that we use instead (and we store it on top of the cart).
59447
No don't use the top as a cutting board, it will ruin it. It's not cutting board material.
59448
The answer is yes to both questions. It wouldn't damage the knife, but if would cut into the wood. I would recommend placing a decorative glass cutting board on top for the purpose of cutting. Hope that helped. Good luck with your decision. It's a lovely product, otherwise.
59449
I would not use the top as a cutting board. It's not thick or hard enough for that.
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
423164
It's very large and wouldn't fit in my dishwasher if I tried. However, I wouldn't put any wooden cutting board in the dishwasher. It would cause it to warp, dry out and probably split.
319725
I have tried both ways and they work equally well either way. They certainly don't replace a heavy wooden cutting board but they are portable& light and will be used as part of our kitchen camping gear.
115094
I will give you the same answer as the other respondent. You can chop on it. It will eventually look like any chopping block with knife marks. It needs occasional oil treatment. I got it for the chopping block look and I use a glass cutting board that is more sanitary and protects the wood surface.
1838002
We have this model, which is probably why this popped into my email... The top has a shellac coating. I would NOT advise using it as a cutting board- it looks questionable in the photo, but is really not a butcher block style top.
2198160
No. Has just the right amount of give. This board was recommended by America's Test Kitchen, and ranked the best for a non wood cutting board. I've had mine for a few months now, and love it.
2214111
It is wood, but not butcher block. You could use it as a butcher block, but I wouldn't. We use a cutting boarding on top of ours.
2179827
I've washed it on the top shelf and had no problems. However, the reason you shouldn't wash good cutting knives in the dishwasher also applies here. If while washing something smacks the cup or rubs up against it, the cup could get dented or scratched. So, when I put it in the dishwasher I'm careful to keep it away from anything hard or heavy -- don't tell anyone but, if I'm rushed I will also wash my good kitchen knives in the dishwasher; I take similar precautions with them.
309408
why not? it is a hard wood. they have bamboo cutting boards. unless there is specific instuctions from the manufacturer stating otherwise.
191534
I think it will harm the bottom. I would not recommend using a sharp knife on this pan. Unless you don't care if it gets scratched. I don't think it would effect the quality of the pan if it was to get scratched accidently. WOULD NOT ADVISE USING A SHARP KNIFE ON THIS PAN.
1630931
I've never used an electric knife. My guess is that it might not work well with the metal guide that fits very tightly against the knife blade. Also, it might damage the wood base. But I don't know for sure.
246109
Yes, the board does get slice marks after use. I wouldn't purchase again. I would stick with wood.
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.
1943702
I own this bowl.but have not used for chopping. I own 2 bamboo cutting boards and after much use they don't show it, so I'm guessing you can. It won't be ruined, it might just show it's been used, but probably not much. Bamboo is an amazing wood.
604357
I wouldn't use it as a cutting board. It will end up looking trashy. It is not one solid butcher block. I live in Colorado where it is extremely dry, the wood is cracking in a couple of places because of the lack of humidity. The cracks would create a germ haven if I used it as a cutting board.
912783
You would leave a scratch on the surface since it is stainless steel. I would use a cutting board.