General Board Information

We produce two types of cutting boards, end grain and edge grain. Both are durable; however, each has it’s own advantages and disadvantages.

The end grain board is more resistant to knife damage as it allows the knife to cut between the wood fibers providing a “self healing” of the board. This results in the knife to retain a sharper edge longer. More unique designs can be created with an end grain constructed board. These boards are usually more expensive because of the time it takes and the quantity of materials used to make one and they do require more maintenance than their edge grain counterpart.

The edge grain board requires less maintenance and shows the natural grain pattern of the wood. They are more economical and have less of a tendency to warp since moisture isn’t as readily absorbed into the wood fibers. However, over time, this board will start showing knife marks.

If you are a self ascribed chef and are in the kitchen preparing culinary delights, looking for kitchen art to dress up the counter, or just looking for a solid board that can take the demands of a kitchen, the end grain cutting board may be the best choice. If you’re one who does “light duty” kitchen work or uses a cutting board on occasion, the edge grain cutting board is a solid choice.

I use locally sourced hardwoods and softwood. Currently I use hard maple, walnut, and cherry for the hardwoods; and southern yellow pine for the softwood.

Your cutting board comes to you with an initial conditioning; follow the care instructions to keep your board looking it’s best.

Each board comes standard with non-slip, non-marring rubber feet attached with stainless steel screws. The feet allow air to circulate under the board to help it dry more evenly, this will help prevent the board from warping. The stainless screws are used since they don’t rust.

Most boards will come with finger grooves on the sides, which aid in picking up and moving the board around more easily. While others will have a beveled edge around the perimeter acting as a “handle” for lifting.

No dyes or stains are ever used to provide the coloring in any of the cutting boards. The coloring is provided by Mother Nature; I simply enhance it by using an oil finish.

Your new board, when taken care of properly, will last a lifetime.