Oak & Walnut – The king of cutting boards
If youreal craftsmanship, natural materials and maximum longevity sets, are oak and walnut The perfect choice for your cutting or serving board. Both woods are among the highest quality domestic and North American solid woods – robust, dimensionally stable, and full of character.
🌳 Oak – rustic, durable & antibacterial
- Excellent dimensional stability: Oak has little tendency to warp – ideal for large boards with a thickness of 4 cm.
- High tannic acid content (tannin): has a natural antibacterial effect and protects the surface from germs.
- Particularly hard & cut-resistant: Withstands even daily use – without wearing out quickly.
- Rustic look: Distinctive, vibrant grain with a warm color tone – each board is unique.
- Life: With proper care, an oak board will last for many years, often decades – even in professional use.
🌰 Walnut – noble, knife-friendly & stylish
- Noble color palette: From soft brown to deep dark chocolate tones – highly valued for designer kitchens.
- Slightly softer than oak: Particularly knife-friendlybecause the blade is less worn.
- Low tannic acid: But with regular care it is just as hygienic and long-lasting.
- Dimensionally stable & durable: Controlled drying and craftsmanship ensure that the board remains flat and warp-free.
- Life: Walnut also lasts for many years if well cared for – with patina, not with weakness.
🛠️ Care instructions for both woods
- Cleaning always by hand with lukewarm water and a soft cloth – no dishwasher!
- After cleaning always dry thoroughly and let it air dry while standing.
- Regularly with natural care oil (e.g. linseed oil or special wood care oil) to keep the wood supple.
- Remove odors and light stains with coarse salt and lemon – gently but effectively.
- Avoid extreme heat, direct sunlight, or prolonged soaking – otherwise the wood will shrink unnecessarily.
✅ Conclusion: Quality you can see – and feel
Whether oak or walnut – both woods are sustainable, extremely durable and in the wood & more Manufactory crafted into truly unique pieces. Each board is created from a single piece of wood – unglued, 4 cm thick and hand-finished.
Do you want a cutting board that will last for generations? Then you've come to the right place.
