Cake board

[Caricakes]

I am baking a 12×18 sheet cake and I'm looking for a 14×20 cake board that is sturdy enough to handle the weight, and ideally not more that $10?!? Any ideas??

 

[Norcalbaker59]

Cake board vs cake drum. You want a cake drum

Cake Circles: A cake circle is a round cake board that is typically thin in construction, about 1/8”.

Cake Drums: Drums refer to thicker cake boards, either 1/4" or 1/2", since they must have a double wall corrugated construction. These can also be used in between tiers of a cake for extra support.

Cake Pads: Similar to cake circles, cake pads are an economical choice designed to hold rectangular sheet cakes. These pads are also thin with a single wall corrugated construction.

Dessert Boards: These are unique boards that have a specific function in mind. Most of them are small in size so they can hold a single cupcake or dessert.

Example of sheet cake cake drum

https://www.amazon.com/Cake-Drums-Square-14-Inches/dp/B08CK9C3V3/ref=asc_df_B08CK9C3V3/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=459625259037&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5697852565493672056&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1014226&hvtargid=pla-957978282217&psc=1

 

[Caricakes]

Cake board vs cake drum. You want a cake drum

Cake Circles: A cake circle is a round cake board that is typically thin in construction, about 1/8”.

Cake Drums: Drums refer to thicker cake boards, either 1/4" or 1/2", since they must have a double wall corrugated construction. These can also be used in between tiers of a cake for extra support.

Cake Pads: Similar to cake circles, cake pads are an economical choice designed to hold rectangular sheet cakes. These pads are also thin with a single wall corrugated construction.

Dessert Boards: These are unique boards that have a specific function in mind. Most of them are small in size so they can hold a single cupcake or dessert.

Example of sheet cake cake drum

https://www.amazon.com/Cake-Drums-Square-14-Inches/dp/B08CK9C3V3/ref=asc_df_B08CK9C3V3/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=459625259037&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5697852565493672056&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1014226&hvtargid=pla-957978282217&psc=1

I am definitely looking for a cake board. The issue is finding one large enough for the cake that doesn't cost a fortune ..it's gotta be minimum 13"×19"

 

[Mona]

I totally get the struggle of finding a sturdy cake board for a sheet cake! You might want to try checking out Amazon or even your local craft stores like Michaels or Joann. They often have multi-packs of cake boards, and you can sometimes catch a good sale or use a coupon to keep it under $10. Another option could be your local bakery supply store if you have one nearby. Some folks even recommend making your own by cutting foam board to size and covering it with a decorative food-safe wrap like foil or plastic. It’s inexpensive and can hold up well to a heavy cake!