News — Butcher's Block

If you want the best end grain wooden cutting board for everyday British home cooking, a board around 45x35cm, weighing about 2kg and made from a dense hardwood such as acacia is usually the sweet spot for knife comfort, durability and stability. From the Deer & Oak range, the closest match to a classic end grain butcher’s block in size and heft is the Large Acacia Board 45x35cm, 2.1kg, which offers the same generous surface and solid feel that people look for in an end grain board, while using a knife friendly hardwood construction. End grain vs other wooden boards:...

If your main question is whether end grain chopping boards are best for knives, the short answer is: yes, end grain is usually the most knife friendly option, but a well made edge grain bamboo or acacia board will still protect your knives far better than glass or plastic and can last 5 to 10 years with basic care. What makes end grain chopping boards kinder to knives? End grain chopping boards are made so the wood fibres stand upright. When your knife hits the surface, the fibres separate slightly and then close again. This means: The cutting edge pushes...

If you care about keeping your knives sharper for longer, end grain chopping boards are usually kinder to blades than edge grain, often extending the time between sharpenings by 30 to 50 percent, but a well made edge grain board is easier to look after for daily home cooking. The best choice for most home kitchens is a quality edge grain wooden or bamboo cutting board, at least 38x28cm and around 1.2 to 2.1kg, with end grain reserved for heavy prep or butcher style work. End grain vs edge grain chopping boards for knives: the quick answer End grain chopping...

If you want the best end grain style chopping board experience in the UK without paying £120+ for a traditional butcher's block, the Deer & Oak Large Acacia Board (45x35cm, 2.1kg) is the most balanced choice for home cooks who want serious knife comfort, real wood and a board that can last 5 to 10 years with simple care. What makes a board feel like the best “end grain” chopping board? Traditional end grain boards are made so the wood fibres stand upright, which lets your knife slide between the fibres rather than across them. That gives three clear benefits:...