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END GRAIN
End grain is the side of the wood where you can see the tree rings, the end of the board. On cutting boards, you will typically see a checker or square pattern, but even more intricate patterns are possible. Assembly requires a two-step glue up process, making this type of board the most labor-intensive.
End grain boards carry a reputation of being “self healing”. As the knife’s edge makes contact with the surface of the board, it goes in between the fibers, and they close right back in after you lift the blade, keeping your board sturdier and your knife sharper, longer. This characteristic makes them an excellent cutting board for butchering and carving.
End Grain
EDGE GRAIN
Edge grain is the thin side of a piece of lumber. The edge makes up the thickness of the board. To achieve edge grain on a board, the lumber’s edges are glued together to form the width of the cutting board. Also known as long-grain, these cutting boards are the most common and are pleasing to the eyes. It shows the natural grain patterns of the tree and is generally lighter. Edge grain is typically used in butcher-block style boards and countertops.
Edge Grain
FACE GRAIN
Face grain is the widest side of a piece of lumber. It’s where you see most of the grain, figuring and knots of a tree and with different colors and patterns. This part of the wood is also softer and will absorb moisture faster than end or edge grain cutting boards.
As a cutting board, the wood fibers run horizontally, added with being on the softer side, this makes them susceptible to showing knife marks.
Face Grain
When it comes to crafting cutting boards, one of the most crucial decisions lies in selecting the ideal grain pattern. Each grain pattern not only influences the aesthetics but also impacts the board's durability and performance in the kitchen. Face grain cutting boards come from the widest surface of wood planks, edge grain from the edges of planks, and end grain from the ends or cross-sections of wooden blocks or logs.
Grain Pattern
Oak is hardwood, which means that it is very durable. This makes it ideal for a cutting board because it can withstand the wear and tear of daily use. Oak is also less likely to warp or crack than other types of wood.
Another benefit of using oak for a cutting board is its beautiful grain. The grain pattern in oak is unique and will add a touch of elegance to your kitchen. When you are finished using your cutting board, you can simply wipe it down with a damp cloth and then let it air dry.
White Oak
Maple is a lighter-toned hardwood. Both soft and hard maple make for excellent cutting surfaces. But hard maple is the industry standard among cutting board makers: It’s more scratch- and impact-resistant than beech, teak, or walnut but not so hard that it will dull your knives. This food-safe, closed-grained hardwood has smaller pores than the alternatives, making it superior to those in blocking bacteria, moisture, and stains. Due to its off-white to amber-yellow surface, contact with foods prone to staining, such as berries, should be avoided.
Maple
The softest of the closed-grained hardwoods mentioned, walnut is unlikely to dull knife blades, but it more readily scratches or dents than the other woods given its lower hardness rating. The medium to large pores of this food-safe wood offer more resistance to bacteria and moisture than other woods, but less so than maple. It also shrinks less than maple, so conditioning will only be a bi-monthly to quarterly undertaking. What’s more, the rich chocolate- colored hue of the wood masks everyday stains.
Walnut
Where maple is a very light-colored wood, cherry takes on a more decorative reddish-brown color. It gives an aged appearance to a cutting board, and with time and regular oiling will take on a deep and rich patina.
Cherry is nearly as hard as maple, but less commonly available. This often makes it a more expensive choice for cutting boards, but a very distinctive one nonetheless.
Cherry
Olive wood with its dramatic light and dark grain patterns has long been a top-quality choice for wood bowls, boards and utensils. It is an extremely hard, dense wood making it more stain and odor resistant than most - an important characteristic in a hard-working kitchen tool.
With proper care and maintenance, your olive wood will last a long time.
Because olive wood is quite expensive and difficult to source, at this time we source pre-made premium olive wood boards, in contrast to all our other board that are handmade to order.
Olive wood
Purpleheart is one of the most gorgeous and distinctive materials available to woodworkers. Native to Central and South America, it has a deep eggplant-purple coloration paired with excellent hardness.
But as you might expect, purpleheart wood is quite expensive. This has led some woodworkers to use it sparingly in cutting boards, as a decorative accent or trim alongside more affordable hardwoods.
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Purpleheart
Discover the versatility in our cutting board collection, where you can choose from standard, custom, sink cover, paddle, grazing table, and slab options, each tailored to meet your culinary and aesthetic preferences.
Size and Shape
standard
slab
sink cover
custom
paddle
grazing table
Our standard board size is a 15x11x2” rectangle, actual size can vary slightly.
Standard Size
We can make just about any size you’re interested in. Keep in mind for bigger sizes, we may not be able to engrave your board. Inquire with us to determine if we can bring your vision to life.
Custom
Paddle boards are a popular choice for charcuterie spreads - complete with a handle and a hole for hanging.
Paddle
Every sink is unique. Our sink cover boards are fully custom, made to fit your exact sink specs down to the curve of the corner.
Custom sink covers are only available locally in Omaha, NE and surrounding areas.
Sink Cover
Sometimes you need to serve a crowd, and a standard-sized board just won’t do the job. Grazing table boards can span up to 30” wide and however long you can imagine(or physically carry).
Grazing Table
Because each slab is truly unique, the sizes and shapes vary greatly. No one else will have a slab board just like it.
We cannot guarantee the grain pattern, coloring or shape (especially in live edge baords), we can only cut it to your preferred size specs.
Slab
At our cutting board design studio, we believe in the power of personalization and creativity. We offer a wide spectrum of design choices to transform your cutting board into a unique, cherished piece.
Whether you prefer elegant script or a timeless serif font, want to showcase your family's crest or name, seek to promote your business with a custom logo, explore our celestial-inspired Moonchild Collection, or celebrate new homeowners and realtors with our specialized designs, we're here to turn your culinary canvas into a work of art.
Our commitment to design diversity ensures that every cutting board tells a story, making meal preparation a truly personalized and meaningful experience.
Design
fonts
Custom
Moonchild collection
family
custom logo
Homeowners / realtors
fonts
Whether you're crafting a heartfelt gift or enhancing your own culinary space, our font options allow you to infuse elegance and character into every slice and dice.
Fonts
modern serif
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Script
1
serif
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