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Hard Maple - $
One of best wood for all types of cutting boards. Most affordable, solid hardwood.
Hardness: 1,450 lbf
Sourced: Upcycled + local mill
Color: Bright amber, creamy glow
Cherry - $$
One of best wood for all types of cutting boards. Color will continue to deepen under sunlight.
Hardness: 995 lbf
Sourced: Upcycled + local mill
Color: Deep reddish gold, warm
Black Walnut - $$$
One of best wood for all types of cutting boards. Highly sought after for its rich natural colors.
Hardness: 1,010 lbf
Sourced: Upcycled + local mill
Color: Dark chocolate, espresso swirls
White Oak - $$
Edge/face grain boards only. Best for rustic look.
Hardness: 1,360 lbf
Sourced: Upcycled
Color: Warm tan, toasted grain
Purple Heart - $$$
Exotic wood from Central & South America. Great for any kind of cutting board. Color will continue to deepen under sunlight. Hard and heavy.
Hardness: 1,860 lbf
Sourced: Local mill
Color: Royale purple, lustrous sheen
Bubinga (Rosewood) - $$
Exotic wood from Africa. Great for any kind of cutting boards. Hardest wood in the list, and heavy.
Hardness: 2,410 lbf
Sourced: Local mill
Color: Intense burgundy, dark ripples
Sapele - $$
Edge/face grain boards only. Provides a unique brown color.
Hardness: 1,410 lbf
Sourced: Local mill
Color: Cinnamon brown, golden highlights
Yellow Cedar - $$
Edge and face grain boards only. Easiest on your knives but will show more visible marks on the board. A 90%+ cousin of Hinoki wood used by professional sushi chefs in Asia.
Hardness: 580 lbf
Sourced: Local mill
Color: Vibrant gold, satin finish
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