End Grain Oak Cutting Board

This end-grain cutting board is built from carefully selected white oak, chosen for its tight grain and durability under daily use. End-grain construction means the knife meets the wood fibres head-on, which is far gentler on blade edges and allows the surface to self-heal over time.

Construction

The board is made from small oak blocks arranged so every surface is end grain. The pieces are hand-cut, dry-fitted, and glued with food-safe wood glue, then run through the planer multiple times to achieve a perfectly flat surface. The edges are rounded and the underside has rubber feet pressed into routed recesses so the board stays put on the counter.

A juice groove runs around the perimeter of the top face, keeping liquid off the counter when carving meat or fruit.

Finish

Three coats of food-grade mineral oil are applied and allowed to absorb fully between each coat. A final coat of beeswax is hand-rubbed and buffed to a low sheen. The finish is completely food-safe and can be refreshed at home with any food-grade oil.

Care

Hand wash only with warm soapy water. Do not soak or put in the dishwasher. Re-oil every few months or when the wood starts to look dry.