SiliconeZone 11-by-15-Inch Non-Skid Flexible Cutting Boards, Set of 4 Reviews



Amazon.com Customer Reviews

Durable and long lasting - Review written on April 19, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

I purchased these form Amazon in 2005 and we are still using them on a daily basis. They are perfect for all of your cutting needs, and they are thick so they don't curl up (like other cutting mats we've had).
They make it much easier to add just chopped veggies/ meats, into pots on the stove because they are so portable and lightweight.
They only bad thing is that they get cut up from being used all the time, but since they are plastic they are easy to wash or throw in the dishwasher to sterilize.
A must have for anyone in the kitchen.
Great product - Review written on March 06, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

These slide around on the top of my counter, so i have to use them on top of a wood cutting board where they sit tight. Which is fine as it gives them a little height, which i like for chopping and the like. Having said that, they are excellent. It is so nice to just change them out during food prep, and toss them in the dishwasher for sanitation (who needs color coding). No more washing a bunch of heavy wood cutting boards after every meal. I use them all of the time and they have held up well. And when they wear out, I'll just buy more.
Best - Review written on March 03, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

These are the best counter top mats, so durable, so pretty and easy cleaning. Best I ever used. Love the colors
Best cutting boards for the price - Review written on February 17, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful.

I've placed a second order because we use these so much. I also cut 3 out of 4 in half in order to save counter space while I'm preparing meals. So, it's actually like getting 7 cutting boards with each order. They also take up virtually no room in the dishwasher vs. your traditional cutting board. You will still need a heavy wood cutting board for certain meals, but for everyday tasks like cutting fruit or vegetables, these are unbeatable.
okay - Review written on February 16, 2008
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Rating: 3 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

Over time these have scratched heavily. However, they are nice and light and good for the kids' craft activities.
Fantastic product: couldn't be better. Really. - Review written on January 28, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

These are just what I was looking for: ---bendable enough to funnel chopped items into small-necked containers (mugs, mason jars, etc.); ---sturdy enough that my knives won't pierce or shred them (my knives are not chef-quality nor even very sharp at the moment, so I cannot vouch for these mats' stamina under sharper cutting blades; but they work perfectly for my standards); ---and a bonus: non-slip backing that cleans as easily as the rest of the mat, actually works, and doesn't impede chopping (the silicone texture is barely even perceptible to the touch, let alone raised enough to throw off your mincing). MUCH BETTER than the white translucent ones I was replacing, which were neither sturdy nor non-slip.
Love these! - Review written on January 24, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

different colored mats help our family not mix up meat mats with veggie ones. Non slip grip is great too.
Handy kitchen tool - Review written on December 26, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

I got these on a whim because I was sick of chopping stuff up to put in a pan and dropping bits on the stove. These certainly fix that problem.

I think my only complaint about these cutting mats is that I feel like I could slice right through them because I keep my knives super sharp.
A different kind of use! - Review written on December 25, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

I actually bought these silicone boards to use in my spice closet to stablize my spice jars since I open grid shelving and everything just tips over. I have tried paper shelf liners and they just peel loose. I know that this was not the intended use of these boards, but they are colorful and fit perfectly. They are also easy to wipe clean.

I have also used these as cutting boards (as they are intended)and they are really nice and easy to clean.
flexible cutting boards - Review written on December 24, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5

They appear and are very durable. Distinctive colors help in deciding for what they are to cut. Size is just right to do most normal kitchen jobs. Good product.
WOULD GIVE THEM 10 STARS!! - Review written on December 23, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

CHEAP, FREE SHIPPING, TAKE UP VERY LITTLE SPACE (they slide in anywhere), DISHWASHER SAFE. I use these every day!
cuting boards - Review written on December 21, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I think the cutting boards are fantastic. Each one color-coordinated to a different need. Keeping them all together is great since they take up next-to-no room, and, having them right at hand makes them easy to keep track of. It's great to go from juicy tomatoes, to chicken, to bread -- all in one meal and no washing in between, because each one is geard toward different uses.
Cutting boards - Review written on November 21, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

These will be holiday gifts which I know will come in handy. These are the only type of cutting boards I use now. Very convenient.
Flexible cutting boards - an essential kitchen accessory - Review written on November 08, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

Have been using this style of cutting boards for the last 7-8 years. My first set of 3 similar boards were getting pretty beat up as of late, so I purchased this 4 pack to replace them. The new boards are an improvement as they are thicker but still flexible, which should keep them from curling, and they have one side that is non-skid so they stay in place while in use. Judging by the way these boards are made, I would guess that they should provide me with no less than 10 years of service before needing to be replaced, as my old ones made it for so long and were of lesser quality.
If you use your kitchen regularly and don't have a set of this type of cutting boards, I would highly recommend that you get a set of these.
Outstanding Cutting Boards - Review written on October 17, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

These thin (.032 of a inch) made of a high density, very hard Poly Eythelene with a non-skid Silcone back, are convient and more than adequate for most of your cutting needs. Only if cutting spare ribs or such, with a heavy cleaver, would you need a heavier board. When I received them I was put off by their thiness. Actualy this is a advantage, making them easier to use directly on your counter tops, clean, pick up the entire board with your chopped "whatever" and put in a bowel. Mine store very conviently on a "L" hook on the inside of a cupboard door.
Good concept but.... - Review written on October 01, 2007
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Rating: 3 out of 5

The concept of using different cutting areas for different foods is good, but I much rather cut on wood/bamboo than on these boards. I get the feeling that they won't last very long after enough slicing into them. I'll stick with a bamboo board for veggies and such, and then a thick plastic, easier-to-clean-and-disinfect board for meats. I've seen TV chefs use flexible boards like these to easily slide dry ingredients such as flour into a stand mixer, so I'll probably use them for that.
Short lifespan. - Review written on September 16, 2007
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Rating: 2 out of 5
6 customers found this review helpful.

I purchased this set because I was sick of cleaning the typical wood cutting board built into the counter. What I wanted was something that would fit in a drawer, clean easily, and allow me to prepare ingredients without cross contamination.

Upon first use, I noticed that both chopping and slicing at usual speed and force were out of the question. The plastic is flexible but easily chips when chopping with the force required to dice a russet potato, this is most evident as the bright colored pepper contrasts starkly with the insides of a potato. Although I only saw this once when cutting a wheel of cheese, slicking may also remove a thin curling bit of plastic which is simple to remove.

After running through the dishwasher the third time, 2/4 have become too brittle to be of any use. Of the remaining two, both have creases from areas where the material didn't stand up to knives and the sheets tend to flex in these areas which means they probably host a family of nightmares.

Since I like to avoid adding more stuff to the landfill than is necessary, I have used the green one for a template stencil, red for a lens filter, blue for a wind chime, and orange as a warming gel that goes around some five year old compact fluorescent lights which put out harsh light compared to the newer ones.
Nice plastic mat - Review written on June 12, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful.

I received exactly what I ordered. The mats have not warped from placing in the dishwasher. They are easy to use and I like the opacity.
Not quite the 'flexible' dream I was hoping for. - Review written on May 04, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5
3 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I haven't done very extensive testing yet, but so far I've not been impressed by the flexibility of these cutting boards. They're slim and perfect for my small kitchen, but I can't roll them up to store them. They do have enough give to pour your items into a pot or skillet but not much beyond that.

For the price though, these cutting boards have been worth it. I'll update after we've put it through its paces a little more.
Slide all over my counter top... - Review written on April 27, 2007
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Rating: 3 out of 5
4 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I have a wood benchtop and while I realise that the smooth surface may have something to do with this, these boards slide all over the place and frankly make cutting somewhat dangerous. This may not be the case for those people who do not have wood benchtops.

However, they are very convenient for picking up, curling into a tube and depositing cut vegetables, especially onions, into a waiting pan. And the different colours for different food types is also good.

Overall, great idea, but the silicone on the bottom needs to be a little more substantial.
Love them !! - Review written on March 09, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I searched all over before deciding on these---no regrets. Just the right size for my needs and dishwasher safe.
Mine fell apart with little use - Review written on March 08, 2007
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Rating: 2 out of 5
4 customers found this review helpful, 2 did not.

I've seen good silicone sheets for cutting surfaces before, but these particular ones were brittle and fell apart from just a little usage (they cracked at the edges and tore). I suggest trying a different brand.
Easy use and Clean-up - Review written on January 09, 2007
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Rating: 4 out of 5
6 customers found this review helpful.

I like the fact that these cutting boards are flat instead of raised. They are light and bendable making it easy to transport and funnel food to the cooking pot. Nice that they are color-coded for different foods but I just throw them in the dishwasher and keep them lined up for the next chopping duty using whichever color. They have survived the dishwasher many times. Just be careful when chopping because these Cutting boards can be cut through and nicked up if you cut too hard through the food, but better them than your counter. Non-skid works as long as the counter isn't wet before you put cutting board down on it.
Sanitary, durable and compact. - Review written on January 09, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5
5 customers found this review helpful.

They are so thin, they take up virtually no space in the dishwasher. They do not absorb liquids or odors. Even the sharpest knives leave only minor marks in the surface. You can fold them to easily transport food and direct it into bowls and pans. In addition, the back side is texured to prevent slipping on the countertop. Nice addition to the kitchen.
Terrific cutting boards - Review written on January 04, 2007
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Rating: 5 out of 5

These cutting boards take up no room in storage, are indeed flexible and dishwasher safe ...
We highly recommend them ..
Big - Review written on December 09, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
5 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

These sheets are ideal for cutting greens such as Chinese cabbage. Smaller boards or sheets would have the chopped pieces falling off onto the counter. They have dots on the bottom side so these are not two-sided. I'm not sorry I got them although they come out to $2.50 per sheet.

P.S. It turns out that Miu France sells 3 sheets for half the price of SiliconeZone's 4 sheets but the Miu France colors are bright.

I'm using this every day.
Nice boards - Review written on November 04, 2006
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

The non slip side works pretty well on almost every surface, must be dry. Like the color coding, decent size. The only negative I can see is durability, they are pretty thin and look as though they may wear out.
This isn't silicone! - Review written on November 03, 2006
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Rating: 1 out of 5
7 customers found this review helpful, 3 did not.

The cutting boards are not silicone but have a thin layer of silicone sprayed over one side of another plastic that is not heat resistant. I placed a hot pan on one and it melted onto the bottom of the pan which took a great deal of effort to clean the melted plastic off so the pan could be used again. I prefer a thick cutting board so I bought these thinking that they were heat resistant so I wouldn't purchase them again.
Good but mine came off-color - Review written on September 23, 2006
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Rating: 4 out of 5
2 customers found this review not to be helpful.
Love the functionality - being able to separate for different uses esp. meat and that they flex to enable direct frop into the pan. But mine came off color (sorta transparent) at the corners (and this wasn't a deisgn feaure since there was no pattern in all the four sheets) but still good value - not worth exchanging so I kept them. I guess mine look unique.
These guys are the gem of the kitchen - Review written on September 05, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
5 customers found this review helpful.

These are now my favorite cutting boards. You can separate the various things you want to cut and they clean up quickly in the sink or dishwasher. They lie flat so you can use them on any surface and the surface is protected.

Thumbs up for these.
I will be buying these as presents for all of my family! - Review written on September 03, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
3 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I am not sure how I got along without these. The fact that they fit into the dishwasher is a huge selling point. The color coding for food type is simple, yet brilliant. The non-skid feature is an excellent addition to an already perfect product.
If you love to cook or just want a better way to chop and drop, this is the best cooking product I've found in years. Get yourself a good quality Santoku knife and you're set.
good for vegetable and cooked food - Review written on August 31, 2006
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 3 did not.

I have two cutting board. One is for un cooked and another is for cooked and ready-to-eat food. It is good to use every day.
I have not found any disadvantage yet, except it is thin and can not hold water to flow around it.
One of my 3 CAN'T DO WITHOUT kitchen items!!! - Review written on August 25, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
4 customers found this review helpful.

I've had 2 sets of these simple but marvelous mats so far, not only the handiest thing I've bought for my kitchen, but friends keep talking me into giving them one. I only need one or two but one is always on my countertop for various uses the past few years.

I'm a senior lady and disabled, and my time standing in the kitchen is limited so I hate cleaning up messes, picking up dropped stuff on the floor, sterilizing unweildy wood or plastic cutting boards. Mainly love the ease of chopping or slicing vegies on it, folding it over like a funnel and dumping right into a salad bowl or a pan with NO SPILLS, or vegies onto another can't do without item, faithful George Foreman Grill, beside my meat entree. Top down, vegies and meat dinner in 4 minutes.

So simple to just put under the faucet and run hot water over it, or wipe with a little bleach on a sponge. Very few knife marks on mine, but I don't like super sharp knives, and if I seldom have to cut meat I use a scissors and wax paper on the mat to then wrap and freeze pieces. I buy boneless skinless chicken or pork or sirloin chops. The grill gets a once over with a damp paper towel. So simple and time saver, not like cuts on a wooden board which is most unsanitary.

Beyond a slicing surface, great for placing cannisters on to fill with coffee or sugar, salt shakers, or stuff I seem to always have to spill some, shakey hands at 70. Just roll it up, shake in the trash or sink disposal, rinse if necessary and reuse, keeps counter clean and free of stains. I put hot or cold things on it to protect the formica, made a few stains with coffee but cleans with bleach ok, not ruining my counter top. They wear well but at the price, and the work they save they can be tossed for another new one. Best features are flexible enough to roll and empty, easy cleanup forget the broom, and no storage problem in my cramped space - stack them on the counter and peel top one off for next job.

Besides these mats and the elec non stick grill, my micro rice steamer is the third CDW to make food preparation easier than ever in my life. If I spill dry rice filling it, roll and dump in the cooker. I am not kitchen friendly, want to spend as little time on my feet as possible, hate to cook, hate cleaning up, dinner in 6 minutes and I'm done.

So glad to see these are on the web, had a hard time finding more in stores when I want to gift someone. If you want the job done clean and fast, tired of bending picking up rollaway strays off the floor (or always between stove and counter narrow space) buy these for a staple in a kitchen, especially for seniors - I've no dishwasher nor disposal I might add. Why in the world would one need a cutting board heat resistant? not for oven or stovetop use. For glue guns and crafts which I also do, put a piece of wax paper over your extra mat if you want to protect a table top, I use one on my desk and serves as a coaster too. I didn't even know about the silicone part, who cares.

Just can't rave enough over these. Saves work, saves time.
Best Buy - Review written on July 11, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

I use these cutting boards alone and on top of my traditional wood cutting board. These are great for easy cutting, easy distribution of food (fold into bowls, pans, etc.), and easy clean-up. I have had zero problems with these sticking to my counter. The color coding system is also great for remembering which board I use for vegetables, fruits, meat, etc. Storage is simple as these boards are really thin and slide in almost anywhere.
handiest thing in the kitchen - Review written on July 10, 2006
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Rating: 5 out of 5
3 customers found this review helpful.

I have these and another brand and I love them all. I don't really use the color coding idea, but they are so handy when cooking a meal. Makes for fast clean up. chop veggies on one, drop it in the sink and cut meat on another. I have wooden cutting boards that I cover with these. I don't like to cut meat on wood as it's so hard to disinfect. They clean up in a snap in hot sudsy water. They don't fit in my dishwasher but cleanup is so easy it doesn't bother me. nothing sticks to them. Most of these I've found have a rough side and smooth side. use them rough side down to hold better. I've given several sets as gifts and they love them too. This is by far the best price I've found for these and similar items.