Composition Board #429 – White Oak, Walnut & Osage Orange Bread Board

Three woods. Three distinct colors. One composition built around the contrast.

Composition Board #429 brings together White Oak, Walnut, and Osage Orange, using the natural differences between the woods as part of the design.

White Oak provides the foundation, while darker Walnut and the distinctive warmth of Osage Orange create contrast across the board. Rather than trying to make the different woods blend together, this composition lets each one contribute its own color and character.

At 15" x 6", the long, narrow profile makes #429 a natural bread board—roomy enough for slicing and serving a loaf without taking over the counter or table. It's also a great size for cheeses, crackers, small appetizers, or a simple charcuterie spread.

Board Details

• Board: Composition #429
• Woods: White Oak, Walnut & Osage Orange
• Dimensions: 15" x 6" x .8"
• Weight: 1.8 lbs.
• Style: Composition board
• Use: Bread, slicing, serving, cheeses, and appetizers
• Character: Natural variation in grain and coloration across three wood species

What Makes This Board Different

This board wasn't built around a single species of wood.

It was built around the relationship between three.

The lighter White Oak, dark Walnut, and warm Osage Orange each bring something different to the composition. Their natural colors create the contrast—no need to make the wood pretend to be something it isn't.

That's the idea behind a Chefdude composition board: choosing woods that can stand on their own, then putting them together in a way that makes each one more interesting.

Made to be used. Made to be seen. Made with the wood as the starting point.

Care

Hand wash only with mild soap and warm water. Do not soak or place in the dishwasher. Dry promptly and allow the board to dry completely before storing. Periodic conditioning with a food-safe board oil will help maintain the wood.