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Commercial Chopping Board | Grip Cutting Board | Green | 458x306mm | Hygiplas HW004
£15.86
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£19.03/ inc vat
- Colour Coded Green
- Anti-Slip Feet
- HDPE Construction
- Embossed Ruler (cm/inch)
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Product Overview
Getting your food prep right starts with the basics, and this Hygiplas green commercial chopping board is a fundamental piece of kit for any kitchen that's serious about safety. Designed for slicing and dicing salads, fruits, and vegetables, its distinct green colour is an instant visual cue, helping your team avoid the dangerous pitfalls of cross-contamination. It’s a simple, effective tool that forms the bedrock of a professionally run kitchen.
Built from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), this board is the perfect partner for a busy service. It’s non-absorbent, so it won’t harbour nasty bacteria or odours, and it's tough enough to handle daily use while being gentle on your knife edges. We’ve all seen chopping boards slide about on a wet worktop, which is why this one comes with brilliant anti-slip feet and corner bumpers to keep it firmly in place. It's a professional kitchen chopping board green in colour and professional in performance.
So, whether you're running a bustling café, a high-end restaurant, or a school canteen, this board brings peace of mind. With handy features like an embossed ruler for precision cuts and a design that’s easy to clean and store, it’s not just a chopping board; it’s an investment in your kitchen’s efficiency, safety, and reputation. It’s the smart choice for flawless food prep, every single time.
Key Features and Benefits
- Colour Coded Green: Instantly identify it for salads and fruit, slashing the risk of cross-contamination.
- Anti-Slip Feet: Stays securely put on your worktop for safer, more stable chopping.
- HDPE Construction: A durable, non-porous surface that won't harbour bacteria or unwanted odours.
- Embossed Ruler (cm/inch): Measure ingredients with precision for perfect, consistent portion control.
- Non-Absorbent Surface: Stops juices and liquids from soaking in, making cleaning an absolute doddle.
- Stain Resistant: Keeps its smart, professional green look even after prepping vibrant foods.
- BPA Free & Food Safe: Total peace of mind that you're prepping on a surface safe for customers.
- Lightweight & Strong: Incredibly easy to handle, move, and wash without sacrificing durability.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Hygiplas
- SKU: HW004
- Dimensions: 12(H) x 458(W) x 306(D) mm
- Weight: 1.54kg
- Colour: Green (For Salad & Fruit)
- Material: High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Special Features: Anti-slip feet, corner bumpers, embossed ruler, BPA free
Expert Review and Insights
This Hygiplas board gets the simple things spot on. In a professional kitchen, you want gear that just works, and this does. The non-slip feet are genuinely effective on stainless steel benches, which is a massive plus for safety during a busy service. The embossed ruler is a surprisingly useful touch for fine garnishing work. It’s a reliable, no-fuss workhorse.
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- Excellent Stability: The grip is superb; it really doesn't slide around during fast prep work.
- Not for Heavy Cleavers: It has some flex, so it's not suited for heavy-duty butchery tasks.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Corner Deli in Norwich recently overhauled their kitchen prep area after a close call with an environmental health inspection. They needed a simple, visual system to ensure their team followed best practices for food safety, especially with their popular salad bar.
"We switched to the full Hygiplas colour-coded system, starting with these green boards for all our fresh veg. The difference was immediate. The team found it intuitive, and it completely removed any guesswork. It's such a simple change with a massive impact on our daily standards."
Robert Miller – Owner
The move to a clear, colour-coded system was a key factor in them achieving a 5-star food hygiene rating on their subsequent inspection.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before its first use, give the board a thorough wash with hot, soapy water and rinse well.
- Assign a dedicated home for your green board, like a specific slot in a rack, to keep it separate.
- Always place it on a clean, level work surface before you begin your prep.
- Brief your team that this board is strictly for salads and fruit only.
Keeping It Going
- Clean the board immediately after you've finished using it to prevent food from drying on.
- The board is safe for commercial dishwashers, but handwashing is gentler and can prolong its life.
- Use a non-abrasive pad to scrub away any stubborn bits without scratching the surface.
- Replace your board when it becomes heavily scored or grooved, as deep cuts can trap bacteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main purpose of a green chopping board?
A: The green colour universally signals that the board should be used exclusively for preparing fresh fruit, salads, and vegetables, preventing cross-contamination.
Q: Is this board safe to put in a commercial dishwasher?
A: Yes, it is made from durable HDPE and is designed to be safe for use in commercial dishwashers for proper sanitation.
Q: Will this board damage my professional knives?
A: No, HDPE provides a firm cutting surface that is also forgiving on your knife blades, helping to keep them sharper for longer compared to glass or stone boards.
Q: What does BPA free mean?
A: It means the plastic contains no Bisphenol A, an industrial chemical. Being BPA free ensures the board is completely food-safe and no harmful substances will leach into your ingredients.
Q: How effective are the anti-slip feet on a wet surface?
A: They are very effective. The rubberised grips on the corners are specifically designed to hold the board steady on typical kitchen surfaces like stainless steel, even when wet.
Q: Is the ruler printed on or part of the board?
A: The ruler is embossed directly into the board, so it won't wear off over time with washing or use. It features both cm and inches.
Q: Can I use this for bread?
A: While you could, the standard colour for bakery and dairy items is white. It's best to stick to the system and use this one for fruit and salad only.
Q: How thick is the board?
A: This model has a thickness of 12mm, providing a solid and stable feel without being excessively heavy.
The Hygiplas Promise: Simplicity and Safety in Every Slice
Beyond its technical features, choosing a Hygiplas green chopping board is about embracing a culture of safety and professionalism in your kitchen. Hygiplas has built its reputation on providing no-nonsense, reliable, and accessible tools that form the backbone of countless UK food businesses. This isn't a fancy gadget; it's a foundational piece of equipment. Investing in a proper colour-coded system is a direct investment in your business's reputation, showing staff and inspectors alike that you take food safety seriously. It simplifies training, reduces the chance of human error, and builds the kind of customer trust that keeps people coming back. In a busy commercial environment, reliability is everything, and this board is designed to deliver consistent, safe performance day in, day out.
Explore more from HygiplasWhy Colour Coding is a Kitchen's Best Friend
Ever wondered why professional chopping boards come in a rainbow of colours? It’s not for decoration; it's a critical food safety system based on HACCP principles. Each colour is assigned to a specific food group to stop harmful bacteria from transferring from one food to another – a process called cross-contamination.
Think of it like lanes on a motorway. The red lane (raw meat) should never, ever cross into the green lane (salads and fruit). Using a dedicated green colour coded chopping board for ready-to-eat produce means germs from raw meat or fish have no chance of making their way into a customer's salad. It's a simple, visual, language-free rule that any staff member, new or experienced, can follow instantly to keep food safe.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Pubs: An absolute essential for the salad and garnish station to keep prep safe and organised.
- Vegan & Vegetarian Cafés: Guarantees a dedicated, contaminant-free surface for all your plant-based food preparation.
- Schools & Care Homes: Helps enforce strict hygiene protocols where food safety is of the utmost importance.
- Mobile Caterers & Food Trucks: Its lightweight yet sturdy build makes this commercial grip chopping board green and great for on-the-go service.
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