{"title":"Teak Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur teak comes from a limited supply, and we mean that plainly: when the current inventory sells through, it may not return. The grain is warm, varied, and unrepeatable from board to board — the reason people pick a teak board up off the counter and turn it over in their hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery teak piece is sanded to 320 grit and finished with our handmade Board Cream before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"round-teak-cutting-board","title":"15-Inch Round Teak Cutting \u0026 Serving Board","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMade for the kitchen. Built for the table.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe round teak board is one of the most versatile pieces you can own. In the kitchen, it's a beautiful surface for daily prep. On the table, it transforms into a charcuterie board, cheese plate, or centerpiece your guests can't stop reaching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-shaped from a limited supply of premium all-natural teak, our 15-inch round is one inch thick, finished with food-grade oil and beeswax, and built to handle real cooking and real entertaining. The circular form requires more skill and more material to produce, and the result is a serving piece that's as functional as it is beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the board you reach for on weeknights and reach for again when company comes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade for the Kitchen and the Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the kitchen:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 15-inch round gives you ample surface area for daily prep, fruit, herbs, and quick chopping tasks. The face-grain construction is dense enough to protect your knives and forgiving enough for hours of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt the table:\u003c\/strong\u003e The round shape and warm teak tone make this a natural choice for charcuterie spreads, cheese boards, bread service, and seasonal entertaining. Set it down in the middle of the table and let it become the conversation piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the few cutting boards in your kitchen that's actually meant to be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Teak\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeak is one of the most respected hardwoods in the world for cutting and serving boards. Three properties set it apart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally antimicrobial.\u003c\/strong\u003e Teak's high natural oil content resists bacteria without chemical treatment, making it one of the safest woods for food preparation and serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife-friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tight, dense grain protects your blade edge while standing up to daily prep. Many professional chefs prefer teak over harder woods like maple or walnut for this reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and warp resistant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Teak's natural oils make it resistant to water absorption and warping. This is the same reason teak is used in luxury yacht decks and outdoor furniture built to last generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn your kitchen and on your table, that means a board that arrives beautiful and grows more beautiful with every use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLimited Teak Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur teak is sourced in finite batches. When a batch sells out, we cannot guarantee restock at this quality level. The round shape requires more material per board than our rectangular sizes, so availability is especially limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium all-natural teak, sourced from a limited supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15-inch diameter, 1-inch thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally antimicrobial for safe food prep and serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hardwood with face-grain construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished by hand with food-grade oil and beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in the USA, built to last generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily kitchen prep for fruit, herbs, and small tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie boards and cheese plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBread service and family-style meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterpiece serving for entertaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWedding gifts, housewarmings, and gifts for hosts who actually entertain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash with warm water and mild soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately with a clean towel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a food-safe board cream or mineral oil regularly to keep the wood conditioned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever put your board in the dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperly cared for, a teak board lasts for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Customers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"These round boards are simply stunning! I recently used mine as a base for a beautiful cheese spread, and it was a huge hit. It's both functional and a real statement piece in my kitchen.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Liz A. ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I have two of these boards now and I absolutely love them! They are very great quality and beautifully crafted!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Kaylea F. ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a cutting board or a serving board?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both. The 15-inch round is designed to handle both daily kitchen prep and table-side serving. Many of our customers use it primarily for charcuterie and entertaining, while others use it as their everyday prep board. It performs beautifully in both roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is a 15-inch round board?\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. It comfortably fits a generous charcuterie spread for 4 to 6 people or serves as a versatile prep surface for most daily kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the round more expensive than a rectangular board of similar size?\u003c\/strong\u003e Round boards require more raw material to produce. Cutting a circle from a square blank means a meaningful percentage of the wood is removed and not used. With premium teak in limited supply, the round commands a higher price per square inch than our rectangular boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre teak cutting boards good for knives?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Teak's tight, dense grain protects knife edges while providing a durable cutting surface. It's considered one of the most knife-friendly hardwoods available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs teak naturally antimicrobial?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Teak contains natural oils that resist bacterial growth without chemical treatment, making it one of the safest wood choices for both cutting and serving food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for my round teak board?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash with warm water and mild soap, dry immediately, and apply a food-safe board cream or mineral oil regularly. Never put it in the dishwasher. With proper care, a quality teak board lasts decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e The round teak board is one of our most popular gift pieces. It's distinctive enough to feel special, useful enough to be appreciated daily, and beautiful enough to be displayed. Common gift occasions include weddings, housewarmings, anniversaries, and gifts for friends who love to entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these made in the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Every round is hand-shaped, finished, and oiled in our USA workshop from sourced premium teak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The NW Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43666939674821,"sku":"TF-CB-Round","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/3064\/9029\/files\/gps_generated_580ba3d7-7330-4159-8069-19d1ead14cfa.png?v=1736209826"},{"product_id":"teak-endgrain-cutting-boards","title":"Teak End-Grain Butcher Block Cutting Board","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe board built for serious cooking. Made to outlast you.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the cutting board for the cook who's done settling. Our teak end-grain butcher blocks are handcrafted from premium, sustainably sourced teak and built using traditional end-grain construction — the same construction style used in professional butcher shops and the kitchens of serious chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnd-grain construction means the wood fibers stand vertically, allowing your knife blade to sink between the fibers and naturally close after each cut. This self-healing surface protects your knives, minimizes visible knife marks, and creates a board that genuinely improves with daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with teak's natural antimicrobial properties, water resistance, and dramatic one-of-a-kind grain patterns, this is a butcher block built to perform for decades and look beautiful doing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy End-Grain Construction Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-healing surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e Knife blades slide between the wood fibers rather than cutting across them. The fibers naturally close after each cut, dramatically reducing visible knife marks and extending the life of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife protection.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because your blade sinks into the grain rather than chopping across it, end-grain boards are significantly easier on knife edges than face-grain or edge-grain boards. Your knives stay sharper longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for heavy work.\u003c\/strong\u003e End-grain construction can handle the impact of cleavers, full-force chopping, and breaking down whole proteins. This is the construction professional butchers use because it lasts under abuse that would destroy other boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLimited Teak Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur teak is sourced in finite batches. End-grain construction consumes more raw material per board than face-grain construction, so availability on this line is especially limited. When a batch sells out, we cannot guarantee restock at this quality level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium all-natural teak, sourced from a limited supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd-grain construction with self-healing surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally antimicrobial and water resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional juice groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished by hand with food-grade oil and beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in the USA, built to last generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlock (12x12x1 inch)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The compact daily workhorse. Best for small kitchens, focused prep tasks, and cooks who want true butcher block construction in a manageable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Block (12x16x1 inch) — Most Popular\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our most versatile end-grain board. Handles daily prep, light chopping, and serves as the everyday board for serious home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButcher Block (16x16x1.5 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e — A real butcher block. The 1.5-inch thickness adds the weight and stability needed for heavy chopping, breaking down whole chickens, and serious carving work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChef's Block (16x20x1.5 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The flagship. Built for brisket, prime rib, holiday roasts, full prep sessions, and the kind of cooking that earns a permanent spot in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Customers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I've had my board for a few months now and can definitely say this is my go to surface in my kitchen. Khalil's craftsmanship is top tier and I will definitely be returning when I have more space for more boards!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Karmen M. ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"It has a gorgeous satiny finish and is a work of art as well as being a wonderful cutting or charcuterie board. It's now proudly displayed in our dining room when not in use.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Ken M. ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I have two at home, including a custom piece that fits perfectly over one side of my double sink. This design is a total game changer, creating extra prep space in my kitchen and making cleanup so easy. These boards are incredibly sturdy and built to last.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Elizabeth A. ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose an end-grain cutting board over face-grain or edge-grain?\u003c\/strong\u003e End-grain construction allows knife blades to slide between the wood fibers rather than cutting across them. This self-healing design preserves the cutting surface, reduces visible knife marks, and protects your knives over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are end-grain boards more expensive?\u003c\/strong\u003e End-grain construction is dramatically more labor-intensive. Each board is built from individually cut wood segments rotated 90 degrees and glued into the signature checkered pattern, then planed and finished by hand. The process takes 3 to 5 times longer than face-grain construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre teak end-grain boards good for knives?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. End-grain teak is one of the most knife-friendly cutting surfaces available. The combination of teak's natural give and end-grain's self-healing fibers protects knife edges better than nearly any other cutting surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs teak naturally antimicrobial?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Teak contains natural oils that resist bacterial growth without chemical treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these made in the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Every board is handcrafted in the USA from sourced premium teak, using traditional end-grain construction. Each one is hand-finished with food-grade oil and beeswax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep it looking its best\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery board ships conditioned and ready to use. To keep the end grain performing at its best long-term, treat it regularly with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/board-cream\"\u003eBoard Cream\u003c\/a\u003e — handmade in small batches with mineral oil, vitamin E, and beeswax. 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The paddle is cut from the same teak as our cutting boards — face grain, an inch thick, sanded to 320 grit and finished with our handmade Board Cream before it ships. The handle makes it easy to carry from counter to table, so it works as hard at serving as it does at prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlice bread on it. Lay out a small charcuterie spread. Hand it to someone as a housewarming gift. The grain is different on every board we make, and this teak comes from a limited supply. 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