Tableware made of natural bamboo appeared in stores relatively recently and immediately won great recognition among buyers. Such products have numerous advantages that are important for constant use. Product exclusivity is the first advantage. We are accustomed to glass, ceramic and porcelain plates, utensils, cutting boards but sometimes you want something non-standard. For example, like this personalized charcuterie board from Royal Craft Wood:
You need to know the pros and cons of bamboo tableware to determine if it is right for you.
Production of bamboo tableware
Bamboo is a herbaceous cereal plant that is common in tropical countries. It is used all over the place for various purposes. There is nothing surprising in the fact that they began to make real dishes from it. The production technology is complex. Bamboo is first dried, then crushed into dust, poured into special molds, and then baked in special ovens. Sometimes natural dyes, special resins are added to the composition, which increase the strength of the product.
After heat treatment, the dishes are ready for use, but sometimes the surface is covered with a special natural varnish, ornaments are applied.
Pros and cons
These products have visible advantages and certain disadvantages, which must also be considered when you make a purchase decision.
Benefits of bamboo products:
- environmental friendliness – only natural raw materials are used in production, which does not harm the environment;
- light weight – the products are light, so they can be taken with you on long hikes, travels;
- strength – if you drop the plate, it will not break, but in order to use the products as long as possible, you need to carefully study the operating instructions from the manufacturer;
- diversity – every year new manufacturers enter the world market, offering unique products.
You should also be aware of the disadvantages of natural bamboo dishes:
- temperature restrictions – manufacturers do not recommend using their products when baking, in a microwave oven, or washing with hot water;
- hand wash only – do not use dishwasher;
- complexity of care – it is forbidden to clean the surface with abrasive compounds, use hard brushes, sponges.
Manufacturers claim that a plate made of this unique material completely decomposes upon constant contact with warm water in two days. This can be taken as a significant advantage. People who care about the environment strive to reduce the use of plastic as much as possible. But this advantage quickly becomes a disadvantage if you forget to wash your favorite plate and leave it in the sink filled with water.
Bamboo tableware for children
Ecological cleanliness and safety are the criteria by which children’s dishes are selected. Natural bamboo is ideal for these purposes as the main raw material for manufacturing.
The advantages of children’s bamboo dishes are unambiguous. The material is environmentally friendly, does not cause allergic reactions, can come into contact with food, and does not emit harmful substances.
Babies from 9-12 months show interest in eating on their own, but they can still drop a bowl of porridge or soup on the floor. Bamboo baby utensils will not break if dropped from the height of a high chair.