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Are cutting boards finished?
The best finish for a cutting board is no finish. If you are selling cutting boards and want them to look nice, apply wax or some type of oil finish. You don’t want a film-building finish because chips of finish will be cut away and get into the food. Mineral oil will work fine but will leave the wood looking dull.
Do you need to seal a wooden cutting board?
A wooden cutting board can last for years and years if you take care of it properly. Neglect it, and it’ll dry out and split over time, absorb stains, scratch more easily and harbor bacteria. To keep your cutting board in prime condition, seal it once a month with oil.
Do cutting boards need to be end grain?
Edge grain cutting boards require less upkeep then an end grain cutting board. Since the grains of the wood are not exposed the wood will soak up less moisture, making it less likely to warp or crack if not oiled regularly. They may also be thicker than face grain giving the board more weight and body.
What makes an end grain cutting board better?
End grain cutting boards show fewer knife marks, and their forgiving nature doesn’t dull or chip blades either. The reason is that end grain cutting boards, unlike the more common face grain and edge grain cutting boards, have vertical wood fibers instead of horizontal.
Why are end grain blocks used in knife sharpening?
According to John Boos, end grain blocks are used because the fibers of end grain absorb the impact of the knife better than the face grain. The effect of this over time is that the knife edge stays sharper and thus requires less frequent sharpening. Additionally, the end-grain board will be subject to less damage by the knife.
Which is the best wood for a cutting board?
End grain cutting boards are the best, and the most expensive, type of wooden cutting board you can purchase. They are resistant to cut marks, less likely to warp, and pretty much splinter-proof. Cherry, walnut, or maple woods are the best types of woods to look for when purchasing an end grain cutting board.
How big is an end grain chopping block?
Their End Grain Chopping Block has a classic, minimalist look with no handles, juice grooves or even logos. It’s simply a work of minimalist kitchen art. Measuring 20 x 15 x 3.5 inches and weighing in at 25+ pounds, the Michigan Maple End Grain Chopping Block won’t move or slide and is designed to last a lifetime.