Ultimate Guide: How to Properly Clean and Maintain Plastic Cutting Boards (Page 3 ) | March 7, 2025

3. Sanitizing to Eliminate Bacteria
Sanitizing your cutting board is crucial, especially after handling raw meat, poultry, or seafood, to prevent cross-contamination.

Using Hydrogen Peroxide
Materials Needed:

3% hydrogen peroxide
Spray bottle
Steps:

Pour hydrogen peroxide into a spray bottle.
Spray the entire surface of the cutting board generously.
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to disinfect.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry the board completely.
Using a Bleach Solution
Materials Needed:

Unscented liquid chlorine bleach
Water
Steps:

Mix a solution of 1 teaspoon of bleach per quart of water.
Apply the solution to the cutting board, ensuring full coverage.
Let it stand for a few minutes.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry the board completely.
4. Dishwasher Cleaning
Many plastic cutting boards are dishwasher safe, offering a convenient cleaning method. However, repeated use in the dishwasher may cause some boards to warp over time.

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