{"product_id":"solid-spalted-maple-chopping-block-with-yakisugi-style-edges","title":"Solid Spalted Maple Chopping Block with Yakisugi-Style Edges","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne solid piece of Spalted Maple, with the marks nature already put there left to do their thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this chopping block, I started with a single substantial piece of Spalted Maple—no glued joints and no additional woods needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spalting has already drawn its own lines through the Maple, so rather than interrupting the surface, I added contrast around it. The edges have been treated using a Yakisugi-style technique, creating a dark perimeter against the lighter Maple, while one live edge preserves more of the original shape and character of the wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack rubber feet raise and stabilize the block on the counter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 1.6 inches thick and 4.9 pounds, it's a substantial working block for someone who wants to chop on one solid piece of wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoard Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood: Spalted Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 13.5 x 9.5 x 1.6 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 4.9 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction: Solid, single-piece Spalted Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures: Yakisugi-style treated edges and live edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase: Black rubber feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse: Chopping and everyday kitchen prep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes This Board Different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpalting creates lines, patterns and variations in the Maple that couldn't be planned or repeated. Add the irregularity of the live edge, and this piece already had plenty to say before I did anything to it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark Yakisugi-style edges frame that natural character rather than competing with it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd beneath all of that visual interest, the cutting surface remains what I intended it to be: one uninterrupted piece of solid Spalted Maple with no glued joints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade to be used. Made to be seen. Made with the wood as the starting point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash only with mild soap and warm water. Do not soak or place in the dishwasher. Dry promptly and allow the block to dry completely before storing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small tin of our Chefdude Board Butter is included with every board. Apply periodically to help condition and maintain the wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chefdude Boards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531396059322,"sku":"472","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/8400\/5050\/files\/SKU472standing-compressed.webp?v=1790299021","url":"https:\/\/chefdudeboards.com\/products\/solid-spalted-maple-chopping-block-with-yakisugi-style-edges","provider":"Chefdude Boards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}