Cons
- Restricted shade choice
- Lack of a nicely across the perimeter of the board = liquid all over the place when slicing juicier substances, like steaks and watermelon
- Concern about longevity of the silicone grippers (extra beneath)
Testing the previous board versus the brand new one
Materials was already onto one thing when it debuted its first slicing board. The mix of recycled plastic and sugarcane fibers, engaging design, and performance (it’s dishwasher-safe and stable sufficient to withstand deep grooves from knives) made it a kitchen darling from the bounce (we praised it as one of many finest plastic slicing boards in the marketplace). Though the board is deliberately textured to stop slippage, slicing substances that require better pressure, like pineapple or a thick slab of pork stomach, made its slipperiness far more noticeable. I’ve marble counter tops, that are recognized for being additional perilous, and this was evident when utilizing the unique reBoard.
The grippy reBoard fared significantly better. I may noticed and hack and cube virtually something—ultrathin shallots, a crusty rib-eye steak, juicy heirloom tomatoes—and the slicing board remained glued in place. That is all due to silicone grippers, that are wrapped round every nook of the board. The grippers act virtually like an adhesive; they’re not sticky per se, however they maintain the board regular when chopping and require plenty of pressure to maneuver the board laterally.
I like how mild and straightforward it’s to toss the board within the sink or dishwasher after use. Greasy beef fats and sticky fruit stays scrubbed off with ease, leaving no lingering scent or hint.
Slight considerations concerning the silicone grippers
Initially, I believed the silicon grippers had been glued on and had hesitancy about scrubbing the corners too arduous for concern they’ll detach. In fact, they’re molded to suit the corners and may pop out and in as wanted, like a puzzle piece. Word: It takes fairly a little bit of finger power to take away them.
That being stated, my concern is that the warmth from a dishwasher can ultimately warp the plastic and make the grippers out of date if it may’t lay flush towards counter tops. That, and if the grippers additionally rework within the wash, they might not match so snuggly into their locations—or may even pop off and get misplaced. Nevertheless, I don’t presently have a dishwasher, in order that’s a fear for an additional day (or shopper).
The place the brand new board can enhance
As a lot as I just like the grippy board, it may’t exchange each slicing board I personal. For starters, the dearth of a nicely implies that drippier gadgets, like melons, tomatoes, or an entire roasted rooster, will depart a leaky residue on counter tops. Materials has a wood board, the Angled board, that can fare higher in such eventualities.
Moreover, the slicing boards solely are available two shades as of now: a muted purple known as Taffy and the true blue Lapis. A part of what makes the unique Materials boards so enjoyable is discovering the proper shade to match your kitchen. I presently personal the Lapis, which doesn’t go along with the pink theme of my kitchen, however its effectiveness as a slicing board positively guidelines over its lack of ability to mix in. This simply means I’ll should retailer it in a drawer relatively than hold it as much as show—however understanding Materials’s affinity for enjoyable, I’m certain new colours shall be launched sooner or later.
The decision
Ultimately, I do really feel just like the grippy reBoard is close to good—and positively value the additional $5.
