SOPHIOR Wooden Cutting Board Acacia End Grain 45×35×4 cm

No. Hot steam and long soaking are fatal for wood: this board can warp or crack. Rinse with warm water and a drop of dish soap, dry it, and let it dry upright. Done in a minute.

Acacia, solid and 100% FSC-certified, Janka hardness 1430 lbf. Acacia is hard and dense: it absorbs little moisture and dries quickly. Cut marks are less noticeable due to the lively grain.

In end-grain, the wood fibres stand upright, like a bundle of straws. Your knife slides between the fibres instead of cutting through them. As a result, your knife stays sharp for longer and the cut marks partially close up again. Straight-grain is lighter and easier to maintain; end-grain is the premium option for those who value their knives.

A little more, yes. The upright fibres drink up oil like a thirsty cook after a shift. Oil the board a little more often during the first few weeks, then every four to six weeks. This will keep it tight and prevent it from cracking.

Every four to six weeks, or as soon as the wood looks dry or dull. Apply a generous coat of mineral oil, leave it to soak in overnight and buff away the excess. Want to give it an extra layer of protection: a thin coat of beeswax will make the surface water-repellent.

Yes. This board is finished with mineral oil and beeswax and made with formaldehyde-free glue. Out of the box, onto the counter, start cutting.