A wood fiber cutting board ends the nightly “hand-wash or risk it” debate. Because the material is born in high-heat compression molds, it greets the dishwasher’s top rack like a spa rather than a threat. Steam, detergent, and even the dry cycle leave it flat, smooth, and ready for breakfast prep—no oiling, no standing on edge to air-dry, no anxious checks for splits. The secret is a dense, paper-thin lattice of resin-bonded fibers that flex microscopically instead of swelling. That same structure keeps the surface non-porous, so yesterday’s beet juice or salmon glaze rinses away instead of tattooing the board pink. In short, you get the warm, wood-grain look that Instagram loves, but with the toss-it-in-and-forget convenience people normally associate with plastic. Weeknight cooks who juggle jobs, pets, and toddlers can reclaim five precious minutes and still serve meals on a surface that looks responsibly rustic. Upgrade to a wood-fiber workhorse and let the dishwasher earn its keep while you pour yourself one more well-deserved glass of wine.