A high quality cutting board is a kitchen essential, one commentator has claimed. Melody Biringer of the Seattlepi.com blog argued that regardless of the kind of kitchen a homeowner wishes to create, there are certain items they should not do without. Having a large sturdy surface for cutting and chopping is crucial in a kitchen, she commented. There is no need to spend loads of money on anything super fancy. Ms Biringer noted that plastic cutting boards boast a non-porous surface that can be easily washed and that prevents juices from vegetables or meat seeping into the material. However, she also commended the benefits of wooden chopping boards, noting that they are sturdier and do not dull sharp knives as quickly as plastic or glass. A large wood board when displayed on a counter top can also serve as a decorative item and add to the charm of your kitchen, added the blogger.Meanwhile, GadgetReview.com recently observed that an innovative kitchen tap gadget - the Tapi - creates fun fountain shapes by redirecting water upwards when squeezed by the user.