Camco 43545 Bamboo Cutting Board with Counter Edge
Camco 43545 Bamboo Cutting Board with Counter Edge — Product description
Camco's 43545 bamboo cutting board gives you a big 18 by 14 inch work surface with two features that actually matter in a galley. A counter edge that hooks over the countertop so the board won't slide while you're chopping, and a juice groove that catches drippings before they hit the floor. Natural bamboo, easy on your knives.
Camco's 43545 bamboo cutting board is a big, honest piece of kitchen gear. It measures 18 inches long by 14 inches wide and stands 1-3/4 inches tall, so you get a real work surface, not a dinky little board that fills up after two carrots. Natural bamboo, no dye, no gimmicks. It's the kind of board you reach for every day and don't think twice about.
The two features that set it apart are the counter edge and the juice groove. The counter edge is a lip along one side that hooks over the front edge of your countertop. Once it's seated, the board won't slide around while you work. Anyone who's chased a cutting board across a counter mid-chop knows why that matters, and on a boat or in an RV, where the whole galley can move on you, it matters even more. Hook it over the counter lip and it stays put.
The juice groove is the channel routed around the cutting surface. When you're breaking down a tomato, carving a roast, or slicing a melon, all that liquid has somewhere to go instead of running off the edge and onto the floor. It's a small thing that saves you a paper-towel cleanup every single time. Carve a holiday bird on this board and you'll appreciate the groove keeping the juices corralled.
Bamboo is a smart material for a cutting board. It's a fast-growing grass, technically, not a hardwood, and it grows dense and hard. That hardness means it stands up to daily use and resists deep knife scarring, and it's naturally less thirsty than many woods, so it doesn't soak up moisture and swell the way a cheap board can. It's also easier on your knife edges than glass or plastic. You get a surface that's kind to your blades and tough enough to earn its spot on the counter.
At 18 by 14 inches, this board has enough real estate for serious prep. Spread out a full mise en place, break down a chicken, or lay out a spread of cheeses and cured meats and serve straight off the board. The 1-3/4 inch thickness gives it heft, so it sits flat and solid and doesn't rock or flex when you bear down on a hard squash or a crusty loaf.
It's a natural fit for a boat galley or an RV kitchen. Camco has been building gear for the RV and marine life since 1966, and a board like this is right in their wheelhouse. Counter space is tight out there, so a board that doubles as a prep surface and a serving platter pulls its weight. The counter edge earns extra credit when you're cooking underway and everything that isn't tied down wants to slide across the galley.
Care is straightforward, and it's worth doing right. Hand wash it with warm soapy water and dry it flat. Don't put it in the dishwasher, and don't leave it soaking in the sink. Bamboo doesn't like being waterlogged, and a board that's left wet can eventually crack or split. Every few weeks, especially if it starts looking dry or dull, rub in a coat of food-safe mineral oil or a board cream. That keeps the bamboo sealed, looking fresh, and ready for the next job. Treat it well and it'll last you years.
If you want one solid, good-looking board that handles daily prep and pulls double duty as a serving board, the Camco 43545 is an easy call. And at this size it works just as well on the counter at home as it does in a tight galley. It's the honest, no-nonsense pick.
Key Features
- 18 inch by 14 inch surface gives you room to break down a chicken or lay out a full mise en place
- 1-3/4 inch thickness sits flat and solid so the board won't rock or flex under a hard squash
- Counter edge lip hooks over the countertop so the board stays put while you chop
- Juice groove routed around the surface catches drippings from tomatoes, melons, and roasts
- Natural bamboo construction is dense and hard, standing up to daily use while staying easy on knife edges
- Resists moisture better than many woods, so it won't swell or warp with normal kitchen use
- Doubles as a serving board for cheeses and cured meats
- Sized and built for tight galley and RV kitchen counters from Camco, an RV and marine specialist since 1966
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Technical specifications
| Title | Camco 43545 Bamboo Cutting Board with Counter Edge and Juice Groove |
|---|---|
| Brand | Camco |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 43545 |
| UPC | 014717435451 |
| Material | Bamboo |
| Finish | Natural |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 18 in x 14 in x 1-3/4 in |
| Length | 18 inches |
| Width | 14 inches |
| Thickness | 1-3/4 inches |
| Counter Edge | Yes |
| Juice Groove | Yes |
| Intended Use | Countertop food prep |
| Suitable For | Vegetables, Fruits, Meats, Cheeses |
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the Camco 43545 cutting board?
It measures 18 inches long by 14 inches wide and 1-3/4 inches thick. That's a full-size prep surface with enough heft to sit flat and solid on the counter.
What does the counter edge do?
It's a lip along one side that hooks over the front edge of your countertop. Once it's seated, the board won't slide around while you chop, which is a real help in a boat or RV galley that moves on you.
What is the juice groove for?
It's a channel routed around the cutting surface that catches liquid, so juices from a tomato, a melon, or a carved roast stay on the board instead of running onto your counter or the floor.
What is the board made of?
Natural bamboo. Bamboo grows dense and hard, so it stands up to daily use and resists deep knife scarring while staying easier on your blades than glass or plastic.
Can I cut meat, vegetables, and cheese on it?
Yes. It's built for everyday prep across vegetables, fruits, meats, and cheeses, and it's big enough to serve a cheese and charcuterie spread straight off the board.
How do I clean and care for it?
Hand wash with warm soapy water and dry it flat. Skip the dishwasher and don't leave it soaking. Every few weeks, rub in a coat of food-safe mineral oil or board cream to keep the bamboo sealed and looking fresh.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
No. Bamboo doesn't like being waterlogged, and dishwasher heat and moisture can crack or split the board. Hand washing is the way to keep it lasting for years.
Is it a good size for a boat galley or RV kitchen?
It is. Camco has built gear for the RV and marine life since 1966, and this board doubles as a prep surface and a serving platter, which earns its keep where counter space is tight.
Will bamboo dull my knives?
Bamboo is harder than many cutting woods, but it's still far gentler on your edges than glass, stone, or plastic. Keep your knives sharp and the board will treat them well.
