Cutting Board End Grain 40x30x3.5 – Cherry

The second most important tool for every chef or home cook – after a sharp knife – is the cutting (or chopping) board. Its importance is frequently overlooked and usually is chosen poorly based only on looks, but you have to keep in mind the following things: Knife maintenance A good cutting board is very important to properly maintain your knives. Improper cutting board surface will make your knives dull much sooner. There is also an increased risk of chipping, rolling or even breaking your knife’s edge using the wrong cutting board. A properly designed cutting board will minimize the above risks and make the process much more safe and enjoyable. Hygiene and safety Improper cutting boards increase the risk of food cross contamination, bacteria development (like salmonella) and can lead to serious health problems (read more here ) Several scientific studies have shown the hygiene superiority of wooden cutting boards versus plastic ones.   Wooden Cutting boards – Definitely the best choice of all the above for the following reasons: The best knife-friendly surface Provide the best feeling and control using your knife Most hygienic surface Beautiful designs available to fit any kitchen. Natural material Can be resurfaced even after super extensive use by sanding or planning. With proper care they can last decades. End grain cutting Boards They are of course the rarest, most difficult and time consuming to be made (they’re made of small end grain square pieces glued together), but they are considered the best for good reasons: As the wood fibers are facing upwards towards the cutting surface of the wood, when your knife touches the surface during the cut, the fibers of the wood move aside providing not only the smoothest cut but also a “self healing” effect as the fibers move back to their initial position as soon as the knife withdraws. Therefore, the knife is making much less scars on the wood, preserving its appearance, longentivity, hygiene and is much friendlier to the edge of your knife! It eliminates the danger of splinters. Unlike the face or side grain, the upward facing of the fibers makes it impossible for splinters to happen. Because of their construction technique and thickness, end grain cutting boards are almost impossible to warp. Of course as with all others wooden boards should be maintained properly. Aesthetics is something not to be overlooked, as they offer overall pleasure in the creative process of cooking. Every handmade endgrain board has unique pattern and is a wonderful appealing piece of craftmanship for every kitchen. Wood type: Cherry Size: 40 x 30 x 3.5 cm