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However, similar rectangle acacia boards from other manufacturers are available with food-grade oil or varnish treatment, and untreated acacia wood requires regular oiling to prevent cracking [1]. Since we cannot confirm the finish on this specific board, we recommend applying a food-safe mineral oil before first use as a precaution.","q":"Is the cutting board sealed or treated with any food-safe finish, or is it raw, unsealed acacia wood?"},{"a":"Yes, acacia wood is dense and has natural antibacterial properties, making it suitable for cutting raw meat [4]. The USDA recommends using separate boards for raw meat and produce to prevent cross-contamination, and wood is permitted for raw meat [5]. 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I have used it as a cutting board and it is not durable the cutting process has left deep cuts in the board","reviewer_name":"Jeanine H."},{"date":"June 30, 2026","tags":["Size"],"title":"Love this natural wood board","rating":5,"content":"Nice small size for minor kitchen tasks, or to serve a fresh loaf of bread with dinner.","reviewer_name":"Deanna D."},{"date":"July 8, 2026","title":"Planche en bois","rating":5,"content":"Très beau","reviewer_name":"Line D."},{"date":"December 2, 2024","title":"Très satisfait comme d'habitude","rating":5,"content":"un élément complétant mon service en bois","reviewer_name":"Gérald A."},{"date":"December 16, 2024","title":"Very nice","rating":5,"content":"Very nice","reviewer_name":"Celeste H."},{"date":"December 16, 2024","title":"RIEN À AJOUTER","rating":5,"content":"RIEN À AJOUTER","reviewer_name":"Denise A."},{"date":"January 7, 2025","title":"belle apparence en général","rating":3,"content":"Devrait être mentionné qu'il faut préparé la planche avec une huile avant de l'utiliser.","reviewer_name":"Claudette P."},{"date":"April 27, 2024","title":"Belle planche","rating":5,"content":"Jolie planche. Utilisée comme accessoir déco.","reviewer_name":"Stéphanie D."},{"date":"September 23, 2025","title":"Cutting board","rating":5,"content":"I needed a new cutting board and this one is perfect","reviewer_name":"Antonia H."},{"date":"December 31, 2024","title":"Parfaite","rating":5,"content":"De grandeur idéale et pratique.","reviewer_name":"suzanne g."},{"date":"November 18, 2024","tags":["Material Quality","Value"],"title":"Belle qualité","rating":5,"content":"Belle qualité","reviewer_name":"Bianca L."},{"date":"November 4, 2025","title":"Cadeau parfait","rating":5,"content":"Mon amie va l’adorer","reviewer_name":"Louise P."},{"date":"December 13, 2025","tags":["Durability","Functionality","Appearance","Material Quality","Value"],"title":"Good products","rating":5,"content":"Good products","reviewer_name":"Sandra L."},{"date":"September 25, 2024","title":"A housewarming gift for our friends","rating":5,"content":"Our friends were delighted with this quality and useful cutting board.","reviewer_name":"James D."},{"date":"December 9, 2025","title":"Cutting board.","rating":5,"content":"Nice wood, small size. Ideal for smaller kitchen surfaces.","reviewer_name":"Laura K."},{"date":"October 21, 2024","tags":["Material Quality"],"title":"Assez satisfaisant","rating":3,"content":"Quelques marques sur le bois","reviewer_name":"Alma L."},{"date":"November 24, 2024","title":"Un magnifique bois","rating":5,"content":"Le parfait substitut aux planches plastiques!","reviewer_name":"Danielle S."},{"date":"December 30, 2023","title":"La planche à découper","rating":5,"content":"Très chic dans une cuisine!!","reviewer_name":"Daphne G."}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/serveware/baskets-trays/acacia-wood-rectangular-cutting-board--19194-3231110?colourId=0","deep_research":{"dimensions":{"size_and_task_fit":{"title":"What this board size is best for","entries":{"10_25_inch_width_and_knife_work":"At 10.25 inches wide, the board gives an 8-inch chef's knife enough margin to rock-chop herbs or dice an onion while keeping the blade fully on the surface, avoiding the over-the-edge wobble that plagues narrower boards.","cutout_handle_as_serving_shifter":"The cutout handle serves as both a hanging loop for storage and a carry grip for moving the board from counter to table, turning it into a seamless prep-to-serve tool without requiring a separate tray.","acacia_density_and_chop_stability":"Acacia's hardwood density (previously noted at 1,700–1,800 lbf Janka) imparts enough mass to this board that it stays put during chopping without a damp towel, a subtle stability benefit that lighter woods or plastic boards lack.","14_25_inch_length_and_protein_prep":"The 14.25-inch length handles a whole chicken or a side of salmon for filleting without overhang, so everyday protein breakdown fits on the board without overcrowding — a task that often outgrows compact 12-inch boards.","platter_footprint_for_small_gatherings":"With a surface area of about 146 square inches, the board can host a cheese-and-charcuterie arrangement for 3–4 people — three cheese varieties, sliced meats, and bread fit without overlapping, hitting the sweet spot for casual entertaining."}},"cutout_handle_usability":{"title":"Cutout handle practicality and durability","entries":{"interior_slot_drying":"The handle slot's interior is sanded smooth for easy wipe-down, but because water tends to collect in the corners after a hand wash, a targeted dry cloth pass through the opening eliminates the risk of darkened moisture stains that acacia can develop with prolonged contact.","vertical_airflow_storage":"Hung by the cutout, the board dries evenly on all fronts because air circulates front and back — a simple storage habit that prevents the warping, cupping, or musty odors that can develop when a damp board rests flat on a countertop.","handle_durability_and_wood_hardness":"Acacia's Janka rating of 1,700–1,800 lbf — roughly 40% harder than maple — gives the wood surrounding the cutout significantly better resistance to cracking under the leverage of hanging or carrying than softer species like walnut or cherry, so the handle upholds over daily use rather than splintering over time."}}}},"handle":"acacia-wood-rectangular-cutting-board-19194-3231110","storefront_path":"/en/kitchen-dining/serveware/baskets-trays/acacia-wood-rectangular-cutting-board--19194-3231110","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/serveware/baskets-trays/acacia-wood-rectangular-cutting-board--19194-3231110"}}