Meat Lovers Cutting Boards

LEOS "Meat-Lovers" Cutting Boards are are constructed utilizing the "Edge-Grain" surface of the board. Bolstering a thickness of 1-1/2" (+/-), These boards will be heavier in weight then their "Face-Grain" counter parts of the same size and both Premium Domestic and Exotic hard wood species are used.

Personalized Laser Engraving and/or Epoxy/Wood Inlay always available upon request which make great specialized gifts for any occasion.

All Cutting Boards are Pre-Treated with a Food Grade Mineral Oil prior to shipping and a sample size tin of LEOSWAX is included FREE with every purchase so you can maintain your new board as needed.

>>> Please request a "DRY" Board if you do not want your new board Pre-Treated. <<<

What is "Edge-Grain"

An edge grain cutting board shows you the wood cut along the edge and with the grain. The edges of the wood are cut long and glued together, requiring less work and pieces than end grain. This results in the final product being cheaper in price. 

Edge-grain boards have several advantages over other types of cutting boards. They’re low maintenance and you don’t have to oil or treat these types of boards as often, and they absorb less moisture making them easier to clean. 

Pros:

  • They are lower in cost to make than End-Grain Boards
  • They are low-maintenance cutting boards compared to End-Grain, not needing to be waxed or oiled as frequently
  • They absorb less moisture, making them easier to clean and resistant to stainining

Cons:

  • Because the fibers run perpendicular to the knife blade, these boards will show more cuts and knife marks
  • Due to the direction of the fibers, knives will dull faster cutting on Edge-Grain boards

Ideal Usage:

Edge-Grain cutting boards are great as a utility surface or for normal food preparation. If you’re consistently doing heavy-duty chopping, it’s best to use an End-Grain cutting board, as an Edge-Ggrain board will show the marks and come out with a ruined exterior surface.

Due to the fact they don’t absorb moisture quickly, they’re great for foods with a lot of juice like BBQ meats or fruits. A perimeter juice groove around the edge of the board will help keep the liquids contained.