The 40x30 cm cutting or meat board is the most popular all-around size: large enough for meat and vegetables, yet compact enough for any kitchen. Here's why solid oak, 4 cm thick, is the perfect choice—and how to properly care for your board.
Why 40×30 cm is the all-rounder size
- Compact & practical: Fits on any work surface, even in smaller kitchens.
- Versatile: Ideal for vegetables, meat, bread or fruit – one board for everything.
- Suitable for BBQs: Enough space for steaks, sausages or a small pulled pork.
- Portable: Lighter than XXL boards, so can also be used as a serving board.
Why solid oak is the best choice
Oak offers the perfect blend of hardness, stability, and hygiene. As a 40×30 cm carving board , it withstands the stress of cutting and chopping, while remaining gentle on knives and impressing with its beautiful grain.
Practice: Use in kitchen & BBQ
The 40×30 cm cutting board is versatile:
- Kitchen: Chopping vegetables, slicing bread, preparing the cheese platter.
- BBQ: Let steaks rest, cut sausages, serve grilled vegetables.
- Gastro & Catering: handy and robust, ideal even for professional use.
Care made easy
- Cleaning: Rinse with warm water after use, mild detergent is possible, dry immediately.
- Care: Rub regularly with care oil (e.g. linseed oil varnish) – protects and saturates the surface.
- Storage: Store upright, allow air to circulate, avoid direct heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 40×30 cm big enough for meat?
Yes. This surface is perfect for steaks, sausages, or smaller roasts. A 60x40 cm board is better for whole briskets.
Why oak as a material?
Oak is robust, hygienic, and durable. With proper care, an oak board will last for many years.
Can I also use it as a serving board?
Absolutely. 40×30 cm is large enough for serving and small enough to comfortably fit on the table.
Can the board be used on both sides?
Yes. One side can be used with a juice groove for meat, the other smooth side for bread, cheese, or vegetables.
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