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

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.