Aesthetically pleasing, impeccably stylish, and eco friendly, bamboo is fast becoming the material of must-have kitchen products as people seek and rely upon sustainable products in-tune with the environment. Bamboo hold's the esteemed title of the earth's most replenishable plant. Once harvested, bamboo can begin to immediately grown back. Bamboo's hardness means it is less porous than other wooden kitchen products, ensuring more sanitary food preparation and serving. Bamboo's increased density (bamboo is roughly 16% harder than maple) makes the best material for cutting boards and provides a smooth cutting surface resistant to most cuts and warping. Bamboo cutting boards and other bamboo kitchen accessories boast a natural appearance that works well with most kitchen décor and motifs. Light bamboo products are untreated, the bamboo appearing just as it does in its natural environment. Darker bamboo is never stained or treated with chemicals. The bamboo is steamed to release natural sugars within the wood, producing the rich honey shade through caramelization.