Frequently Asked Questions
READ Cutting Boards are made from a solid resin-impregnated woodfiber laminate. This combination of woodfiber and plastic resin has been utilized in the commercial food service industry for over 40 years. All READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards, Steam Table Boards, Pizza Boards and Bakers Table Tops are listed by the National Sanitation Foundation.
- Why are READ Woodfiber Laminate products the best?
- How can READ Woodfiber Laminate be cleaned?
- Will READ Woodfiber Laminate last longer than wood or white plastic cutting boards?
- Will READ Woodfiber Laminate dull knives?
- Will READ Woodfiber Laminate withstand heat?
- Are READ Woodfiber Laminate products available in any other color?
- Will READ Woodfiber Laminate cutting boards warp?
- Can the surface, edges and corners of READ Woodfiber Laminate products be renewed?
- How do READ Woodfiber Laminate cutting boards compare to white plastic?
- How do READ Woodfiber Laminate cutting boards compare to wood?
- Are custom sizes available?
- What are Polylite products made from?
- How can Polylite be cleaned?
- Will Polylite withstand heat?
- What is NSF International?
- How can I purchase READ Products' professional kitchen products?
- What is the lead time for custom cutting boards?
- Can READ Products ship products directly to my customer?
Why are READ Woodfiber Laminate products the best?
When preparing food on READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards, they perform similarly to wood - but, more important, they are far more sanitary and easier to clean than any other cutting board on the market.
How can READ Woodfiber Laminate be cleaned?
READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards can be immersed and scrubbed in hot, soapy water, soaked or washed in solutions that contain bleach. They can be steam cleaned or run through a commercial dishwasher. They won't be harmed by water.
Will READ Woodfiber Laminate last longer than wood or white plastic cutting boards?
Our experience has shown that READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards will last at least twice as long as wood or plastic boards.
Will READ Woodfiber Laminate dull knives?
No, they are not hard enough to harm or dull knives. Yet they're dense enough to resist slice marks that can harbor bacteria.
Will READ Woodfiber Laminate withstand heat?
Yes, READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards withstand heat up to 350 degrees. They can be used as a trivet for hot pans. However, do not leave in hot oven or use in a microwave. Our woodfiber laminate boards can be used where others melt.
Top Are READ Woodfiber Laminate products available in any other color?
No, what you see is what you get. No dyes have been added to the pure woodfiber or plastic resin. When new, the surface is light brown. With age it will naturally darken to rich, mellow reddish brown.
Will READ Woodfiber Laminate cutting boards warp?
There is a chance that larger size boards may warp as a characteristic of the material. (One side being warmer and the other side being colder cause one side to expand and the other side to contract). This can usually be avoided by turning the board over on a regular schedule to keep both sides the same temperature. The thicker a board is the less chance that it will warp. Table top size boards and bakers table tops, of any thickness, must be fastened to the table base to avoid warping. Table tops must be supported front and back with a hat channel. The table top is drilled and tapped from the bottom and fastened to the table base with machine screws. Do not drill more than half way through table top. Minimum thickness for a table top is 3/4". Ask your representative or call 1-800-445-3416 for table mounting instructions.
Can the surface, edges and corners of READ Woodfiber Laminate products be renewed?
Yes, if necessary the surface can be smoothed by sanding or scraping with a bakery scraper and the edges and corners can be touched up with a file or sandpaper. Any edge or corner damage caused by dropping should be sanded or filed smooth so that the board remains easy to clean. Damage caused by dropping is not covered by warranty.
How do READ Woodfiber Laminate cutting boards compare to white plastic?
Unlike READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards, white plastic boards are cut apart and destroyed by knives. These deep cut marks collect food particles and juices, which quickly turn black. Once the board surface becomes rough, it is almost impossible to clean. They will also not withstand hot pots and pans like READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards.
TopHow do READ Woodfiber Laminate cutting boards compare to wood?
Unlike READ Woodfiber Laminate Cutting Boards, wood cannot be successfully cleaned by immersing and scrubbing in hot, soapy water or running through a dishwasher. Wood boards will open up and are impossible to clean. Most health departments will not allow wood to be used in commercial kitchens.
Are custom sizes available?
Yes, besides READ Products' large selection of products listed on the price sheet, cutting boards, steam table boards, sandwich unit boards, bakers table tops and bakers table tops with coved risers are made to order.
What are Polylite products made from?
READ Products' Polylite Cutting Boards are made from the highest-quality High-Density Polyethylene available. Polylite Cutting Boards are NSF listed and meet FDA and USDA requirements.
How can Polylite be cleaned?
After preparing any kind of food, particularly raw meats, poultry and fish, all cutting boards should be thoroughly scrubbed and scoured with a solution of detergent, chlorine bleach (a disinfectant) and hot water. For hard-to-remove stains, let the board soak longer in the detergent and bleach, or scrub with a scouring powder that contains bleach. After scrubbing, rinse cutting boards with plenty of clear water to remove the chlorine bleach.
TopWill Polylite withstand heat?
READ Products does not recommend Polylite for high-heat applications. Polyethylene is sensitive to heat. High temperatures will cause polyethylene cutting boards to bend, warp and/or melt. Hot pots or pans should not be set on the board.
What is NSF International?
NSF International is an independent company that has developed standards, product testing and certification services in the areas of public health safety and protection of the environment. Products showing the NSF mark comply with their safety standards. The mark is widely trusted among product users and regulators.
How can I purchase READ Products' professional kitchen products?
Items in our catalog are available from restaurant equipment suppliers and retailers throughout the U.S. and Canada. End users may contact a READ Products representative via phone, E-mail or fax for a list of suppliers in your area.
What is the lead time for custom cutting boards?
Custom cutting boards usually ship within five to seven business days after the receipt of an order. A "RUSH" option is available for a 10% surcharge. Rush orders usually ship within one business day, depending on the order size and complexity.
TopCan READ Products ship products directly to my customer?
Yes. Any customer of READ Products with an open account may have merchandise shipped directly to their customer at no extra charge. READ Products' customer will be billed for the merchandise and shipping charges. No prices will appear on any paperwork accompanying the products.