{"product_id":"checkerboard-walnut-and-maple-end-grain-cutting-board","title":"Striped Checkerboard End-Grain Cutting Board","description":"\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDeep walnut, warm cherry, and pale maple come together in a bold checkerboard pattern that turns a cutting board into a kitchen centerpiece. Built to work hard and stay beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis board takes three separate hand-done glue-ups: one for the walnut-and-maple checkerboard, one for the cherry accent strips, and one final glue-up to bring it all together. I cut, align, glue, and sand every piece; it's hours of labor and a lot of love. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy End-grain?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMost cutting boards are made with the wood grain running horizontally (left to right).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis board is built with the grain running vertically (up and down), the same traditional construction used in butcher blocks. The difference isn't just how it looks; it's how the board performs. When your knife enters an end-grain surface, the wood fibers separate and then naturally \u003cem\u003eclose back around the cut, \u003c\/em\u003eunlike long-grain boards, which leave deep, open grooves where food particles, moisture, and bacteria can collect. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes end-grain\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emore forgiving on your knives and creates a tighter, more hygienic cutting surface that holds up for years of use. It also just \u003cem\u003elooks\u003c\/em\u003e better, with fewer visible scratch marks since the grain fibers can rejoin after being cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process of making detailed end-grain boards with intricate patterns simply can’t be mass-produced by machines; it takes a dedicated artisan significantly more time to make and requires more specialized, costly tools to complete. There really is no way around that extra labor, and it’s why these boards are considerably more expensive and harder to find when compared to long-grain boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEnd-grain Boards:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentler on knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibers close back around knife cuts- less visible scratches and fewer open grooves for bacteria and moisture to collect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable enough for everyday use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional works of art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom item \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's In It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid American Black Walnut, Hard Maple, and Cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo plywood, veneer, or composite core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue end-grain construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree separate hand-done glue-ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-safe mineral oil and beeswax finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot mass-produced. One board, made by hand, one at a time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with warm water and mild dish soap.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo dishwasher and no soaking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDry immediately with a towel, then stand the board upright in a dish rack or lean it against a wall to air dry. Avoid laying it flat until fully dry to prevent warping. A drying rack or small board stand works best for upright drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply food-grade mineral oil about once a month, or whenever the wood begins to look dry. Follow with a light coat of beeswax conditioner every few oilings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from prolonged heat, direct sunlight, ovens, microwaves, and standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith basic care, this board will last for decades and develop more character with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen It Arrives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is finished with mineral oil and beeswax. In hot weather, the board may “sweat” a little, meaning a light film of oil can surface during shipping. This is normal and harmless. Wipe it with a paper towel, and it’s ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability and processing time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn stock: Ships within 5 business days.\u003cbr\u003eOut of stock: Made to order and ships within 3 weeks. Please note that shipping time after dispatch depends on the carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keana Akemi Woods ","offers":[{"title":"1.5\" x 11\" x 17\"","offer_id":50522160824472,"sku":null,"price":415.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5\" x 12\" x 19\"","offer_id":49507667771544,"sku":"CBCB- 1.5x12x18","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.0\" x 12\" x 19\"","offer_id":49507667804312,"sku":"CBCB- 2x12x18","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/5831\/1576\/files\/Stripedcheckerboardcuttingboardheadshot.png?v=1791470509","url":"https:\/\/keanaakemiwoods.com\/products\/checkerboard-walnut-and-maple-end-grain-cutting-board","provider":"Keana Akemi Woods ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}