Handmade Hardwood Cutting Boards

Hardwood cutting boards are superior to all the other options on the market including plastic, glass, and rubber. It is important to consider the toxicity, wood grain, wood hardness, dimensions, and of course aesthetic when shopping for a hardwood cutting board. The hard, dense surface provides protection against the knife’s blade, preserving it much longer. Wood is also self-healing, meaning the fibers and grain will close back up on their own.  Knives cut into cutting boards, which can leave areas for bacteria to get caught. Plastic cutting boards, while easier to sanitize, tend to be softer than hardwoods, so they have more areas that collect and trap bacteria.

For this reason, we recommend handmade hardwood cutting boards for your kitchen needs, along with tools to protect, clean and preserve your boards. We also recommend one board for foods that aren’t cooked before they’re eaten (fresh produce, herbs, cheese) and one board for foods that are cooked before eaten (raw fish, seafood, meat).

At Shinbone Alley, we discover high-quality gifts from makers and artisans all over the world. So shop our collection of maple, walnut and other hardwood cutting boards and check out our other top of the line kitchen accessories. We source makers who use the highest quality materials and hand make products for precision and accuracy. You won’t be disappointed with any of the options available.