5 pieces of evidence why your wooden board is a hotbed of germs (and 100,000+ families switch to OceanWash)
“Better than the wooden board my mother recommended…”
Alexandra M.
July 16, 2026
OCEANWASH VS. WOODEN BOARD
OceanWash
Wooden board
Summary:
The OceanWash cutting board offers 5 benefits that make wood look outdated...
1.Proof
Tannic acid? Get rid of it early!
Wood is naturally antibacterial, but only initially. With each use and cleaning, the tannic acid breaks down.
After 6–12 months: Open grooves develop, into which food particles and liquids soak.
You will notice this by stains and odors after washing.
OceanWash remains permanently sealed thanks to its resin coating. Neither grooves nor a foothold for bacteria.
2.Proof
Always wash by hand
Wood swells and warps in the dishwasher.
This means for you: scrub by hand after every use + dry + oil regularly.
That is not enough for fish & meat, as salmonella only die at 70 degrees.
OceanWash, on the other hand, is dishwasher safe. 5 seconds of effort.
3.Proof
Rinsing makes your board stink.
Smell your wooden board: Spices from last week? Musty? Then it's porous.
Rinsing opens the wood fibers, allowing liquids to penetrate and worsen the smell.
Because nothing gets absorbed into the OceanWash board, no odors linger.
4.Proof
Grooves are a breeding ground
Every cut leaves a furrow. Up to 200x more bacteria collect there than on a smooth surface.
OceanWash remains smooth and sealed: Neither deep furrows nor a porous surface.
5.Proof
New board annually.
Despite regular care, wooden boards often only last for 1 year. Then come cracks, warping, and odors. The next one costs another €80–180.
OceanWash boards require no maintenance and yet last a lifetime.
The complete set contains 3 boards (all necessary sizes), a holder, a spatula, and a cooking spoon. Everything with the same seal.
The biggest discount ever
Up to 70% OFF
The complete set contains 3 boards (all necessary sizes), holder, spatula, and cooking spoon.
Up to 70% off: The biggest discount ever at OceanWash.
Thousands of satisfied OceanWash customers
4.7 780+ verified Trustpilot reviews"Was skeptical at first about the coating. It sounded like plastic. Looked it up: completely harmless. Ordered it and am very satisfied."
"I cook with passion almost every day. That’s where good equipment makes all the difference. Highly recommended."
The complete set has already sold out 5 times this year. Once the stock is gone, the next delivery may take a while.
FAQ
Is the resin sealant food-safe?
Yes. Food-grade resin, free of BPA and harmful substances. Certified and safe for direct contact with food.
Doesn't the surface get scratched eventually?
No. Surface marks may appear, but not deep, open grooves as with wood.
It remains sealed, so that bacteria cannot find a foothold.
What if I don't like it?
14-day statutory right of return. If you don't like the board, you can send it back and get a full refund.
Where does OceanWash come from?
Directly from a German company in Lower Saxony.
How long does the board last?
Lifelong. The resin sealant does not biodegrade like the tannic acid in wood.
100,000+ families trust OceanWash
Directly from Lower Saxony, Germany
