Why you’ll love our end grain cutting boards
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End grain boards are heirloom-quality
Where flat grain and edge grain cutting boards show their cuts more easily, the natural properties of wood fiber allow an end grain cutting board to “self-heal.” And that keeps its beautifully iconic checkerboard cutting surface looking new—even after years of use. At Gum Creek, every end grain cutting board is heirloom-quality. So, with proper care, your grandchildren can use it to prep meals with their grandchildren.
End grain boards spare your blades
The cutting surface of an end grain cutting board is comprised of upward-facing wood fibers that expose the tree’s growth rings. Whereas flat & edge grain boards require knives to slice through wood fibers, end grain construction lets your knives slice between wood fibers. That means less sharpening and less wear & tear on your blades. You just can’t get a better cutting experience.
End grain boards can handle any workload
The self-healing properties of end grain cutting boards don’t just keep them looking new—they keep them working like they’re new. So, while these boards are beautiful decor, they aren’t just eye candy—they’re workhorses. In fact, with proper care, they can handle 8-hour/day commercial use—for years. And that’s not hypothetical. It’s happening right now in restaurants across the country. So, if you’re a professional chef, you’ll love this board. And if you’re a home cook, this is the last cutting board you’ll need to buy.
Want a durable board that’s easier on your wallet? See our edge grain boards.
Want an ultra-affordable, lightweight board? See our flat grain boards.
Are you feeling the (juice) groove?
Tired of juices, oils, and loose pieces of food getting in your way (or spilling onto your countertop) while you’re cutting? Order your end grain cutting board with a juice groove. Rather have maximum cutting surface area? Order yours without it.
Personalized end grain cutting boards
Have us laser-engrave your end grain cutting board to create a personalized heirloom that your family can not only pass on, but continue using for generations to come.
Our sweet spot for sweet gum end grain cutting boards
Sweet gum is the core species for every Gum Creek board, and our end grain cutting boards are no exception. Sweet gum wood varies from the palest white to the deepest auburn. And that natural diversity makes its way into each board, giving your board its own unique character and beauty.
While sweet gum wood might dance all over the color spectrum, its durability, lightness of weight, and natural satiny feel are constant. So, you get a show-stopping, heirloom-quality cutting board that can be passed along for generations.
End grain cutting boards—hand-crafted from responsibly harvested East Texas timber
Every Gum Creek end grain cutting board is built by hand. But it goes beyond that. We (selectively & responsibly) harvest, mill, and kiln-dry East Texas timber. Then, we hand-pick each plank and hand-craft your cutting board to perfection. Finally, we apply our all-natural finish, laser-engrave it, and ship it to you from right here in East Texas.
