{"product_id":"cutting-board","title":"Black Walnut End Grain Butcher Block","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eThis end grain Black Walnut butcher block is designed for cooks who demand durability, stability, and long-term performance from their prep surface. Built for daily use, it balances professional-grade function with the natural beauty of premium hardwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eEnd grain construction positions the walnut fibers vertically, allowing knife edges to pass between the fibers rather than cutting across them. This reduces visible wear, helps preserve blade sharpness, and gives the surface its naturally self-healing characteristics—ideal for frequent chopping and heavy prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eBlack walnut is prized for its deep chocolate-brown tones and expressive grain. Subtle variation in colour and figure ensures each board is visually distinct while maintaining a refined, understated presence on the counter. Over time, the wood develops additional depth and richness, enhancing its character rather than wearing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e2 inches thick\u003c\/strong\u003e, this butcher block delivers a substantial, confident feel. The added mass improves stability during demanding prep tasks, absorbs impact, and keeps the board securely in place without movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eWalnut’s density and closed grain structure make it a trusted choice for cutting surfaces that need to perform without being harsh on knives. Finished by hand with a food-safe oil and wax blend, the surface is sealed for protection while allowing the wood’s natural character to remain front and center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eThis is not a factory-made board. It is a handcrafted butcher block built to be used daily, maintained easily, and relied on for years of serious cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Wood Products","offers":[{"title":"18\"x12\"","offer_id":51525990908191,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/1217\/6671\/files\/242A5958-5C74-4E0B-A6F2-FB877399DB4B.png?v=1768097605","url":"https:\/\/solidwoodproducts.ca\/products\/cutting-board","provider":"Solid Wood Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}