White Oak End Grain Cutting Board: Handmade Butcher Block

This cutting board is crafted from solid White Oak using an end grain construction. Each board is individually handmade in the UK, with carefully selected pieces of oak to ensure strength, beauty, and consistency. As white oak is a natural material, each board will feature unique variations in colour and grain, meaning no two will ever look exactly alike.

End grain construction provides excellent durability and is gentle on knives. The vertical grain orientation allows the wood fibers to separate slightly as the knife edge passes through, reducing impact on the blade and helping it stay sharper for longer. This also absorbs cuts more effectively, protecting the board’s surface and minimizing visible marks over time.. The surface has a warm, golden-brown tone with prominent grain patterns that give each board a bold, timeless appearance.

The board is finished with multiple coats of pure tung oil to nourish and protect the wood. A final coat of beeswax is applied to seal the surface, creating a food-safe, smooth finish that enhances the natural colour and grain of the oak.

Juice grooves can be added upon request. These are routed into the top surface to catch liquids during food preparation. Optional non-slip rubber feet can also be added to keep the board stable in use and allow airflow underneath, reducing moisture build-up.

This board is ideal for daily chopping, carving, or serving. It's perfect for vegetables, meats, bread, or as a stylish presentation board. Every board is carefully hand-sanded, and all surfaces and edges are smoothed to a clean, refined finish.