Dimensions: 14 x 12 x 1 The high-quality walnut and maple end grain cutting board is not only a visually appealing art piece but also a robust and durable option for everyday use. Green Mountain Cutting Boards ensures that their handmade products are of the highest quality, providing reliability and enjoyment for years to come. End Grain Cutting Board Can Keep Your Knives Sharper: An end grain cutting board is the ultimate combination of beauty and durability, making it highly desired for its "self-healing" properties that keep your blade sharper for longer. Each cut of the knife goes between the wood fibers, rather than through them, which close back up after the knife exits. Natural Antimicrobial Properties of Walnut: Walnut wood, which is used to make the cutting board, has natural antimicrobial properties that inhibit the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms. Because of this it is a more hygienic option for food preparation. Creating a Handcrafted Walnut End Grain Cutting Board: Crafting an end grain cutting board involves a 2-step gluing process which will usually take twice as long as a standard face grain cutting board. We start by selecting dense hardwoods such as walnut or maple. Cutting and gluing the wood pieces together, ensuring that each piece is aligned perfectly to create a distinctive end grain pattern. The board is then sanded and polished meticulously, treated with food-safe mineral oil and wax, and checked for a smooth and even surface. As each board is made by hand, the maker ensures perfection in every detail, from the alignment of the wood pieces to the smoothness of the surface, setting them apart as a premium option for both new and experienced chefs. (Disclaimer, Although we do everything we can to create quality products, it is important to know that we use completely natural wood so we are unable to control things like grain patterns, knots, markings or wood coloration.)