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Chopping Board Scraper | Kitchen Scraper | Food Safe Plastic | Matfer J062
£143.23
/ exc vat
£171.88/ inc vat
- Polyethylene Specific Design
- Ergonomic Grip
- Durable Plastic Construction
- Lightweight Body
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Product Overview
Keeping your kitchen tools in top nick is a non-negotiable part of running a tight ship. This is where the Matfer Bourgeat Chopping Board Scraper comes in. It’s a brilliantly simple, yet incredibly effective, tool designed to resurface and restore your polyethylene chopping boards, shaving away knife scores and scuffs to leave a smooth, hygienic surface ready for the next service.
Perfect for any professional kitchen—from bustling restaurants and hotel kitchens to local cafes and catering businesses—this scraper is for anyone who values hygiene, safety, and getting the most out of their existing equipment. It’s an essential bit of kit for maintaining your food prep areas to the highest standard, ensuring you meet and exceed food safety regulations with ease.
Featuring a durable, food-safe plastic construction and an ergonomic design, this is the go-to tool for extending the life of your boards. Stop throwing away perfectly good chopping boards; a few simple scrapes with this professional kitchen scraper can save you hundreds of pounds a year and keep your prep stations looking pristine.
Key Features and Benefits
- Polyethylene Specific Design: Perfectly resurfaces your plastic boards without causing damage.
- Ergonomic Grip: Comfortable to hold and use, which helps reduce hand fatigue.
- Durable Plastic Construction: Built to last through countless scrapes, cleans, and services.
- Lightweight Body: Easy to handle and manoeuvre for a quick, efficient job.
- Matfer Bourgeat Brand: You're getting a reliable tool from a trusted kitchenware expert.
- Improves Board Hygiene: Removes deep knife scores where nasty bacteria can hide and multiply.
- Extends Board Life: Saves you serious money by making your chopping boards last much longer.
- Simple Operation: No complicated instructions or setup needed, you just scrape and go.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Matfer Bourgeat
- SKU: J062
- Product Type: Chopping Board Scraper
- Material: Food Safe Plastic
- Colour: Black
- Weight: 0.36kg
- Box Quantity: 2
- Compatibility: For use with polyethylene chopping boards
Expert Review and Insights
It's often the simplest, most unassuming tools that make the biggest difference to kitchen efficiency and hygiene. The Matfer J062 is a classic example. There's something deeply satisfying about taking a heavily scored, tired-looking board and restoring it to a smooth, clean surface in minutes. It’s an essential piece of maintenance kit.
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- The Payback: Incredibly effective at smoothing out even heavily used and abused polyethylene boards.
- The Catch: It is only designed for plastic boards, not wood or composite materials.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Butcher's Block Deli in York found their polyethylene boards were becoming deeply scored, making them difficult to clean properly and raising hygiene concerns. They were considering replacing the entire set at a significant cost.
"We were about to fork out a small fortune to replace all our boards. This little kitchen board scraper brought them all back to life. It’s an absolutely brilliant bit of kit and has already paid for itself ten times over."
David Chen – Head Butcher
The deli postponed a £300 chopping board replacement bill and reported that their daily clean-down times were noticeably faster, improving overall kitchen efficiency.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure your chopping board is thoroughly clean and completely dry before you begin.
- Grip the scraper handle firmly, holding the blade edge at a 45-degree angle to the board.
- Apply firm, even pressure and pull the scraper towards you in long, smooth strokes.
- There's no complex setup – it's designed for immediate, straightforward use right out of the box.
Keeping It Going
- After each use, wash the scraper thoroughly with warm, soapy water and allow it to air dry.
- Avoid dropping the scraper on hard kitchen floors, as this could chip or damage the scraping edge.
- Store it in a dry, safe place, such as a utensil drawer or hanging from a tool rack.
- Periodically check the scraping edge for nicks or damage that could affect its performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of chopping board is this scraper for?
A: It's specifically designed for use on polyethylene (plastic) chopping boards, common in all commercial kitchens.
Q: Will this work on my wooden or bamboo boards?
A: No, it is not recommended for wood, bamboo, or composite boards as it is too abrasive and could damage the surface.
Q: How exactly does it work?
A: It uses a sharpened edge to shave off a very thin top layer of the plastic, which removes knife marks and creates a smooth new surface.
Q: Is it difficult to use?
A: Not at all. It requires a bit of firm pressure, but its ergonomic design makes it easy and straightforward to handle.
Q: How do I clean the scraper itself?
A: Simply wash it with warm, soapy water after use and let it dry thoroughly before storing it away.
Q: How many scrapers are included?
A: This product is supplied as a box of two, so you always have a spare on hand.
Q: Why is resurfacing my board so important?
A: It removes the deep grooves and scores where bacteria can easily grow, making your boards more hygienic and much easier to clean properly.
Q: What brand is this kitchen scraper?
A: It is a high-quality, professional-grade tool from the well-respected French kitchenware brand, Matfer Bourgeat.
The Matfer Bourgeat Standard: Built for a Lifetime of Prep
Matfer Bourgeat isn't just another name in kitchenware; it's a benchmark for quality trusted by professional chefs worldwide for decades. This simple commercial chopping board scraper is a perfect example of their philosophy: it’s not a disposable gadget, but a professional-grade tool designed for relentless daily use. Investing in a Matfer Bourgeat product means investing in unshakable reliability. It’s the peace of mind that comes from knowing your equipment won’t let you down during a chaotic service and that it actively contributes to a safer, more efficient, and compliant kitchen. This is a small purchase that protects a much larger investment—your chopping boards—while upholding your commitment to the highest hygiene standards.
Explore more from Matfer BourgeatMore Than Just Plastic: Why a Food Safe Scraper Matters
You see 'food-safe plastic' everywhere, but what does it actually mean for your kitchen? Think of it this way: when you scrape your chopping board, you're essentially shaving off tiny particles. A food-safe plastic scraper ensures that none of those particles are toxic or contain harmful chemicals that could transfer into the food you're prepping next. It's the difference between using a clean, designated plate for your ingredients versus any old surface you find. This isn't just a feature; it's a fundamental part of your food safety (HACCP) process, ensuring that while you maintain your boards, you're not accidentally introducing contaminants. It’s a simple guarantee of safety and professionalism.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Bistros: For maintaining food prep surfaces and ensuring top hygiene standards in busy service kitchens.
- School & University Canteens: To extend the life of high-use chopping boards and keep food preparation areas safe and compliant.
- Hospital & Care Home Kitchens: Where impeccable hygiene is non-negotiable, this tool removes bacteria-harbouring grooves from boards.
- Mobile Caterers & Pop-Ups: A compact, essential tool for keeping limited equipment in perfect, hygienic condition on the move.
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