Edge Grain Cutting Board Patterns

3 basic types of cutting boards.

Edge grain cutting board patterns.

The easiest way to recognize an end grain board is by the checkerboard pattern. This type of board is more expensive than the edge grain type but is known to be more forgiving on knives. The two main benefits of end grain cutting boards are board longevity the end grain of the wood will not show slice marks as much as side grain or face grain and knife longevity the ends of the wood fibers are kinder and gentler to knife blades thus reducing sharpening frequency and prolonging the blade s life. The pattern on the surface resembles a series of long.

The other is a broad oversimplification. This diy cutting board like most that i make is an end grain cutting board. I provide you with some tips for making a brick style cutting board based on lessons i ve lear. To understand we have to know what edge grain is and how an edge grain board is different from other cutting boards.

One claim to some extent is probably true. Another claim is that such a board is less likely to warp.