{"product_id":"handcrafted-end-grain-butcher-s-block-sapele-walnut","title":"Handcrafted End Grain Butcher’s Block – Sapele \u0026 Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted End Grain Butcher’s Block – Sapele \u0026amp; Walnut Chequered Chopping Board\u003cbr\u003eMake a real statement in your kitchen with this beautifully handcrafted end grain butcher’s block, expertly made from premium Sapele and Walnut hardwoods in a striking chequered pattern. Combining the rich reddish tones of Sapele with the deep chocolate hues of Walnut, this is a board designed to be both highly practical and visually stunning.\u003cbr\u003eMeasuring a substantial L395mm x W290mm x Th48mm, this is a true butcher’s block—thick, solid, and built for serious kitchen prep.\u003cbr\u003eWhy Choose End Grain?\u003cbr\u003eEnd grain chopping boards are widely regarded as the premium choice for keen cooks and professional chefs, and for good reason:\u003cbr\u003e✔ Kinder to your knives – The wood fibres stand vertically, allowing knife blades to slip between them rather than cutting directly across the grain. This helps keep knives sharper for longer.\u003cbr\u003e✔ Self-healing properties – End grain naturally disguises knife marks better, helping the board maintain its appearance over time.\u003cbr\u003e✔ Exceptional durability – Built to withstand regular chopping, slicing, and heavy kitchen use.\u003cbr\u003e✔ Premium craftsmanship – End grain boards require considerably more time, precision, and workmanship than standard edge grain boards. The timber must be cut, glued, flattened, cut again into blocks, carefully arranged into the chequered pattern, re-glued, clamped, flattened again, extensively sanded, and hand-finished. This additional craftsmanship and material waste is what makes end grain boards a true premium product.\u003cbr\u003eThe edges have been lightly rounded over for a softer, refined finish, and the board is treated with a food-safe chopping board conditioner to nourish and protect the timber while enhancing the richness of the natural wood grain. Fitted with four rubber feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Features\u003cbr\u003e✔ Handcrafted from premium Sapele \u0026amp; Walnut hardwoods\u003cbr\u003e✔ Stunning chequered end grain design\u003cbr\u003e✔ Optional personalisation in Welsh or English\u003cbr\u003e✔ Generous butcher’s block size: L395mm x W290mm x Th48mm\u003cbr\u003e✔ Rounded-over edges for a smooth, refined finish\u003cbr\u003e✔ Finished with food-safe chopping board conditioner\u003cbr\u003e✔ Knife-friendly end grain construction\u003cbr\u003e✔ Built for long-lasting durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT CARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003cbr\u003eDO NOT put this chopping board in the dishwasher.\u003cbr\u003eDO NOT leave in direct sunlight\u003cbr\u003eTo keep your board looking its best:\u003cbr\u003eWipe clean with a damp cloth only\u003cbr\u003eDry immediately after cleaning\u003cbr\u003eReapply chopping board conditioner periodically\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celtic Wood Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53188247224587,"sku":null,"price":70.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/4226\/9963\/files\/d3456839-8b51-4ed8-bde9-6dddc5bb3125.png?v=1781702014","url":"https:\/\/celticwooddesigns.org\/products\/handcrafted-end-grain-butcher-s-block-sapele-walnut","provider":"Celtic Wood Designs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}