Proteak Teak Cutting Board Rectangle 20-by-14-by-2-1/2-Inch Hand Grip and Juice Canal, End Grain Review

Almost too beautiful to actually use, but this board in tough!After two years of use it is still holding up great and looks better than ever.It's a pleasure to use, and it makes an elegant serving platter as well. The channels on the side let meat juices flow away from the work area without risking a stain to your tablecloth.And it has a great story too: cut from a renewable teak farm in the Mexican jungle, not from some ancient forrest in Malayasia that has been illegally clear cut.

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Product Description:
Proteak has designed its line of cutting boards to meet the needs of professional chefs and serious home cooks, as well as of those looking for kitchen accessories that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are functional. From heavy duty end grain chopping blocks to slim cutting boards that double as cheese platters, Proteak has introduced a compelling product line that challenges conventional thinking about cutting boards. Rectangle, 20 by 14 by 2-1/2 inches, hand grip and juice canal, end grain

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Paula Deen Signature Wood End Grain Chopping Board, Natural Review

The Chopping board arrived with a couple of cracks in the wood (in between the little blocks) which should be easily repairable (hence 4 stars instead of 2).Overall wonderful appearance and sturdy construction.My wife loves it!

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Add that old-world charm to the kitchen with Paula Deen's beautiful wood cutting board. Distinctly crafted from beautiful acacia wood in a natural tone, you'll want to keep it out for display. As dependable as it is beautiful, the chopping board makes an impression whether it's used for chopping or for serving. Classic end-grain construction is harder, more durable, and will withstand years of kitchen use. The board features finger slots for easy handling. Hand wash and dry immediately for best care.

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Chicago Cutlery Woodworks 19-1/2" x 13-1/2" Cutting Board Review

The board is the right size for carving up a whole chicken and the "moat", while modest in width/depth, kept the counters clean.Another plus is that it is reasonably light for its size.The one small surprise for me is that the wood is so very dry.It soaked up two very generous applications of mineral oil very quickly.If it doesn't come with oiling instructions, you'll still want to oil it as soon as possible and perhaps with multiple applications each spaced out by a day.

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After seasoning the board, hand washing, and 6 months of happy use, the board split along a glued joint. This happened after it had been sitting on the counter for a week under the weight of a homemade loaf of bread and a medium-weight glass cake cover. My best guess is that the board had become just slightly (and most imperceptively) warped and the constant distributed weight provided enough stress to crack apart the glue overnight -- 6+" of it! I know nothing about woodworking but I doubt that seasoning alone can strengthen a joint or prevent minor warpage. So I'm lowering the product to a 3 star rating.

1/17/08:Maybe I need a life but I just thought I'd add that there has been no further splitting after 1.5 years of use.I guess nothing is perfect and I certainly still enjoy using the board very much.

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Chicago Cutlery Woodworks collection of high-quality cutting boards are constructed of kiln-dried Brazilian Cherry wood so it won't dull your knives. The perimeter groove reduces messes by collecting juices from fruits while cutting, virtually eliminating spillage from the board surface. This is a great tool to protect countertops, serve cheeses and cold-cuts, and transport food from one area to another.

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