Oak Cutting Board

I make my boards end grain, which means I arrange the oak blocks so the knife lands on the grain straight on, not along its length. The wood then heals itself and the board lasts for years, even if you run a knife across it daily. I let it season for a few days before oiling so it does not warp. After washing, always dry it right away, and once a month rub in a little wood oil so it does not dry out. This is one of the few boards left from my last plank, the next batch will have a slightly different grain pattern. A great gift for someone who loves to cook and still has a plastic cutting board from the supermarket at home.