Ultimate Guide: How to Properly Clean and Maintain Plastic Cutting Boards

Sprinkle baking soda generously over the cutting board.
Pour white vinegar over the baking soda and let it fizz for a few seconds.
Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes to break down stains and neutralize odors.
Scrub the board with a scrubbing pad, focusing on stained areas.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry the board completely.
Using Lemon and Salt
Materials Needed:

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Coarse salt
Lemon halves
Steps:

Sprinkle coarse salt generously over the cutting board.
Use a lemon half to scrub the board, squeezing gently to release juice while scrubbing.
The acidity of the lemon and abrasiveness of the salt work together to lift stains and eliminate odors.
Rinse the board with warm water and dry thoroughly.
3. Sanitizing to Eliminate Bacteria

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:

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