Why Wood Boards

There are many benefits to wooden boards, whether you are using it as a cutting board or charcuterie board... the simple beauty being the most obvious. But also, wood has natural antimicrobial properties that plastic cutting boards lack, keeping your cutting surface cleaner. End grain boards specifically, have superior characteristics for cutting, such as a more durable surface that is simultaneously softer on the knife, keeping it sharper longer. Finally, these beautiful creations are not mass produced. Each one is made with quality to last. It is common for wood boards to last the better part of a lifetime, surviving years and years of use. Better yet, they are always a quick sanding and finishing from looking brand new!

Face Grain

This is the simplest board type. It is constructed by glueing multiple pieces of wood together. I sell my face grain boards as either charcuterie boards or serving boards because that is what I think they are best for. Face grain can be intricate and show off the texture of the wood but is not as durable when cut on.

Edge Grain

Face Grain

This is usually a happy medium when you would like a thick board but not an end grain. The process consists of cutting strips length-wise (with the width being the desired thickness) and turning that strip on its side so the edge grain is facing up. There are minor differences between the characteristics of face and edge grain boards.

End Grain

Face Grain

End Grain

This is the most complex board, and consequently, the most expensive. The process involves cutting strips (with the width of the strip being the desired thickness) and turning the strip so that the end grain is facing up. After glueing these together, you cut length-wise, resulting in many squares making up the boards' surface. With the e

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Board Care

Finishing

Since the finish must be food safe, mineral oil used. It is buffed into the board and absorbed by the grain. This helps prevent anything else from being absorbed. After, a beeswax and mineral oil mix is used to seal the board and give it a water resistance finish.

Maintenance

Sooner or later (depending on how often the board is used and washed), the wood of your board will begin to dry out. When this happens, simply reapply the Butcher's Block beeswax/mineral oil mix (this can be found at your local hardware store). Pour a small amount on the surface and buff it in with a clean towel or rag. Let sit for a few hours, then wipe off the excess.

If your board is well used and has the marks to show it, I offer a resurfacing of your board to make it brand new for a small fee. This is done by removing the top material of the board to restore a nice, even surface.

During Use Care

It is best not to use with raw meat or items over 200 degrees F.

After Use Care

To wash, clean with dish soap but avoid the dishwasher.

Whether your board has rubber feet or not, it is best to stand the board on its side to allow even airflow and drying. This will prevent the board from warping.

Why Wood Boards

Board Types

Face Grain

Face Grain

Face Grain

Edge Grain

Face Grain

Face Grain

End Grain

Face Grain

End Grain

Board Care

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