I'm not sure what folks expected when they complain that these cutting boards show cut marks. Uuuummm...they're cutting boards!? Cutting boards are to protect your counters from food juice stains and knife damage. They aren't indestructible (or they'd eat up your knives!). They also should be replaced every so often bc they get gross and stained. This set is a great value and the colors are so cute and modern. I really love the little rubber feet too - keeps them from sliding around on the counter. I have paid big bucks for large, high-end, name brand cutting boards and I've just found that as long as you're purchasing one made from safe plastic and with the features you like (a juice rim/trough and little rubber feet), then choosing a bargain set is just fine. You'll be replacing it after a while anyway.