edge grain cutting boards

Edge grain cutting boards are by far the most common, and are likely what you picture in your mind when you think of a “wooden cutting board.” They are the most durable, long-lasting boards available because of the way that they are assembled - a long, flat piece of wood is cut into strips along the face (top) grain, flipped onto its edge (side) grain, and then glued together. This long horizontal face grain-to-face grain glue joint is where the edge grain cutting board gets its rigidity.

Edge grain cutting boards are more susceptible to surface cuts than end grain cuttings boards, but tend to last longer, stay flatter, and withstand daily use for a lifetime because they can easily be sanded down and refinished.

Remember - keeping your board clean and waxed and your knives razor sharp goes a long way in protecting against surface cuts and scratches! The arch nemesis of any wooden cutting board is a dull knife… and a dishwasher.

end grain cutting boards

things to remember

Keeping your knives razor sharp

Wash immediately after use

NEVER use a dishwasher