J.K. Adams 12-Inch Square End-Grain Chunk Board, Cherry



J.K. Adams CNK-1212-N 12-Inch Square-Shaped Maple End-Grain Chunk Board

This great compact cutting board arrived in good time and condition.


This board is the perfect size where kitchen counter space is limited and at 2.5 inches in thickness, sits securely on the bench top. As claimed, it is very knife friendly and so far, shows no scratch marks. It is a quality product made with know-how and worth the extra price tag.


It looks great on the kitchen bench and can sit upright easily, providing even more bench space when it’s not in use. This board will be around in my kitchen for many years to come.


Downside? As many reviewers state, Amazon needs to seriously look at it’s packaging. The board was in a thin carton and was moving around in it. The carton had split by the time we received it. The fact that the board arrived here in Australia in one piece is almost a miracle.

Well-Made Without the Boos Price

I’m an avid cook who’s been at it for many years. I refuse to pay big $$$ for any cooking tool when unnecessary, and cutting boards are a perfect example. I went with this J.K. Adams end-grain block instead of the popular, ‘chic’ Boos brand. In my opinion, after going to a local store to examine the Boos products, this J.K. Adams block is identical in craftsmanship and quality as a Boos block, without the steep price point.


Pros:

-Perfectly fitted, tight end pieces.

-High quality wood

-Perfectly flat and finished nicely


Cons:

-None


Tips:

-Make sure you cure the board with food-grade beeswax/mineral oil before use.

-To secure this block or any block to your work surface so it does not move around when using, simply wet a kitchen towel, wring out the excess water, fold the towel in half, place the towel on the work surface and then just put the block on top of your damp towel.

Good cutting board

This cutting board is a great size for a small kitchen. It is very sturdy & well made. I look forward to using it for many years to come. I like the products by J.K. Adams. I also have the bread board in maple which I use on the table for serving & it is also very well made. I recommend this product.

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