Here you can read about the differences between walnut and oak in the kitchen, from appearance to durability, comfort and cooking properties. We tell you why walnut is preferable and why it is more elegant and practical in your kitchen .
At Alberi, we make everything by hand, including a lot of cutting boards, and walnut, with its particularly clear qualities, always wins in an idealistic kitchen .
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Density in walnut provides less absorption and more function. The wood type has much more dense and closed pores than oak, which means that liquids such as oils, meat juices, baking liquids cannot penetrate as much as they do in oak. This makes the surface easier to keep clean and the risk of bacteria accumulating is reduced and it is easier to keep the cutting board clean.
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The wonderful elegance of walnut in a dark tone and less wear. Walnut has a rich dark brown color and With its fine grain, it gives an exclusive and beautiful impression in the kitchen. Due to its dark character , stains and knife marks are not as visible as they are in oak.
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Achieve a good rental level with the right treatment. Well-used cutting board in walnut or wood cutlery becomes more beautiful over time. You get a wood grain which strengthens its character.
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Walnut is gentler on knives. Although many people believe it is, walnut is a little softer than oak, which means it is much gentler on your knives. The function of a cutting board is to protect the surface you are cutting on, but it must also protect your expensive knives. The walnut surface does not crack as easily and keeps its shape much longer. When oak wants to bend, walnut remains almost untouched.
- To take care of your cutting board. After use, make sure to clean it without chemicals, wipe off excess water and stand it on its edge to dry. These cutting boards should not be washed in the dishwasher.
Walnut is not only a good choice but an aesthetic one as it is smart for the kitchen. Its dense fibers increase the hygiene factor and simplify maintenance.