Solid wood Maple Walnut Parquet cutting board
Wood :Maple Walnut
Structure: end grain
Size:380*250*30mm,400*300*30mm,500*400*40mm
#### **Key Features:**
**1. End Grain Construction:**
* **What it is:** The board is made by assembling blocks of wood so that the cut ends of the wood fibers (the "end grain") face upward.
* **Why it matters:** This structure mimics a butcher's block. The exposed wood fibers are like thousands of tiny filaments. When a knife edge comes down, it slides between these fibers, which then close back up after the knife is removed.
* **Primary Benefit:** This action is **gentler on your knife edges**, significantly reducing dulling and keeping your knives sharper for longer. It also makes the board **self-healing**, minimizing visible cut marks and scratches.
**2. Dual-Wood Design: Maple & Walnut:**
* **Maple (Hard Maple):** A classic, dense, and light-colored hardwood known for its durability, tight grain, and natural resistance to bacteria. Its hardness provides a sturdy cutting surface, while its light color beautifully contrasts with the darker walnut.
* **Walnut (Black Walnut):** A rich, dark brown hardwood that is strong but slightly less dense than maple. It is prized for its stunning color and dramatic grain patterns, adding deep, elegant contrast to the board.
* **Benefit:** The combination is not only visually striking but also functional. Maple provides a super-hard cutting surface, while walnut adds flexibility and shock absorption, enhancing the board's durability.
**3. Natural Juice Groove & Hand Grip:**
* Many high-end models feature a carved **juice groove** around the perimeter. This channel captures liquids from meats, fruits, and other juicy foods, preventing messy spills onto your countertop.
* A **beveled edge or carved hand grips** on the sides make the heavy board safer and easier to lift and move.
**4. Natural & Sanitary:**
* Made from all-natural, food-safe hardwood with no plastics or chemicals. When properly maintained with a food-safe oil (like mineral oil), the sealed surface resists water penetration and bacterial growth.