Bakeboards: Genuine Tupperware Pastry Boards AU/NZ
A Smooth Surface for Rolling Out Dough
A bakeboard is a flat board for kneading bread and rolling pastry. We sell genuine original Tupperware. We don't sell timber or marble boards, or the cardboard cake boards that turn up in the same searches. The original Tupperware company has closed, but you can still buy genuine pieces from us, and we ship within Australia and New Zealand.
To see whether a pastry or bake board is listed right now, check our full Tupperware range.
Pastry Boards Are Not Cake Boards
People searching for bakeboards often find cake boards or breadboards instead, but the three do different jobs. A bakeboard is a reusable surface for kneading and rolling raw dough, which you wash and put away afterwards. You'll also see it called a pastry board, pastry mat or dough board.
A cake board or cake drum is the base a finished cake sits on. It's usually cardboard, and you choose it by size, by shape (circle, square or sheet) and by whether the finish is coated or uncoated. A breadboard is a cutting board for loaves. The same word also names an electronics prototyping board, which has nothing to do with baking.
Finding a Genuine Tupperware Board Today
From us, a genuine Tupperware board will be a new arrival, a secondhand piece or a scratch-and-dent item. Two checks help you find a real replacement rather than a lookalike.
Look for the name: check for the Tupperware name or logo on the piece. Treat this as the first thing to check, not as proof on its own.
Check the seller: buy from a seller whose record you can read. We're a family-owned small business in Deebing Heights, Queensland, and we have over 900 positive eBay reviews you can look up before you order. You can also read more about our family business.
If a listing doesn't name a model, don't go by a name you remember. Judge the board by the size, surface and condition in the description.
Plastic, Timber and Marble Compared
Choose based on what you bake and how much washing you're willing to do. Plastic suits easy everyday use, timber suits bakers who like a grain that holds flour, and marble suits anyone whose butter pastry keeps going soft. Timber and marble boards aren't part of our range. The table sets out the trade-offs.
| Surface | Sticking | Cleaning | In Summer Heat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic | Smooth, so a light dusting of flour is usually enough | Warm soapy water; the surface doesn't soak up moisture | Doesn't stay cold, so chill the dough first |
| Timber | The grain holds flour, which helps stop sticking | Hand wash and dry promptly; it can absorb moisture and smells | Doesn't stay cold either |
| Marble | Cool to the touch, so butter stays firm for longer | Wipes clean but can stain, and it's heavy to carry to the sink | Stays the coolest of the three |
If you're rolling on plastic or timber in a Queensland summer, chill butter pastry before you start. Work in the cooler part of the day, and put the dough back in the fridge as soon as it turns greasy.
Rolling, Cleaning and Storing a Plastic Board
Plastic bakeboards need only a few habits. Dust lightly, roll, and trim with a pastry wheel. Then wash the board, dry it and store it away from heat. These steps keep the rolling surface smooth and flat, which matters more for your pastry than any cosmetic mark.
Dust: sift a light layer of flour over the board and the dough.
Roll: roll from the centre outwards. If your board has printed circle guides, use them to check the size.
Cut and lift: trim with a pastry wheel rather than a knife, because knife scores leave grooves that trap dough. Then lift the pastry into your pie dish.
Wipe and store: scrape off stuck dough, then wash and dry the board. Store it flat, or rolled if it's a flexible sheet, away from the stove and the dishwasher.
Check the listing description for dishwasher guidance. If it doesn't say, hand wash in warm soapy water, because heat can warp a thin, flat piece. Wash the board straight after using turmeric or beetroot doughs, before the colour sets.
Pieces That Pair Well With a Board
A board works best as part of a kit: a rolling pin, a pastry wheel or cutters, and covered flour storage within reach of the bench. Our whole range includes a Cook and Bake category. For dusting flour, a Keep and Store container keeps it covered. A board with a couple of matching pieces also makes a practical gift.
Condition Grades and Your Rolling Surface
On a board, light surface scratches are cosmetic, and dough usually rolls cleanly over them once the board is dusted. Warping and deep gouges are different. A board that rocks on the bench is harder to use, and grooves that trap dough make it harder to keep clean.
Secondhand: a previously used piece. Read the description for wear in the rolling area, not just on the edges.
Scratch and dent: a piece with cosmetic marks or dents. A mark on the rim or underside won't touch your dough, but a gouge in the middle will.
Decision rule: if the description mentions warping, or a deep gouge where you'd roll, choose another board.
For how consumer guarantees apply to secondhand goods and to faults pointed out before you buy, see the ACCC's consumer guarantees page.
Ordering and Delivery to Australia and New Zealand
We ship to addresses in Australia and New Zealand. Check the price on the listing and the postage for your address before you pay. Delivery time depends on where you are.
Find a pastry or bake board among our current listings.
Read the description for the condition type and for any marks, warping or missing parts.
Add the board to your cart and check the postage for your address before you pay.
If you need the board by a set date or have a question, ask first through our contact form.
Our shop FAQ page answers common questions about orders.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I Knead Bread on a Plastic Board, or Is It Just for Pastry?
Yes, you can knead bread on one. Plastic bakeboards handle yeast dough as well as pastry. Use only a light dusting of flour so the dough doesn't get too stiff, and scrape off any stuck bits before washing.
How Do I Stop the Board Sliding on the Bench?
Lay a damp cloth flat under the board before you start. The cloth grips both the bench and the board, so the board stays put while you roll.
Can I Roll Fondant or Icing on It?
Yes. Dust the board with icing sugar or cornflour instead of flour. Wash the board well before you use it for savoury dough again.
What If the Board I Want Isn't Listed?
Stock changes as pieces come in, especially secondhand pieces. Describe the board you're after in a message through our contact form, including anything you remember about its size or colour, and ask whether we have anything similar.
Can a Warped Board Be Flattened Again?
We don't recommend trying. Reheating plastic to reshape it can make the distortion worse, so treat a warp as permanent and use the decision rule under the condition grades above.