A beautiful charcuterie display demands beautiful servingware. Moving beyond simple plates, a charcuterie boards Canada piece or personalized live edge serving boards elevates the experience from a simple snack to an artistic presentation. When investing in custom wood boards, understanding the materials and care is key to ensuring their beauty and hygiene for years.

What wood is best for a cutting board (e.g., Maple, Walnut)?

The best wood for a board that sees regular food contact combines hardness, durability, and a tight grain.

• Maple: Often considered the gold standard. It’s hard, durable, and has a naturally tight, fine grain that resists bacteria penetration better than softer woods. Its light colour makes it ideal for showcasing food.
• Walnut: A premium choice, known for its rich, dark color and dramatic grain. It is a dense hardwood, excellent for servingware, and its dark colour beautifully contrasts with cheeses and light foods.
• Cherry: Offers a beautiful, warm, reddish tone that deepens with age. It is slightly softer than Maple or Walnut but is still a durable, closed-grain hardwood.For superior cutting surface performance and resistance to knife marks, end grain construction is often preferred over edge grain, as the fibers absorb the knife impact rather than being cut.

Are your cutting and serving boards food safe and properly sealed?

Yes, absolutely. Any board intended for food contact must be treated with a food grade finish to ensure safety. Reputable makers treat all custom wood boards with food-safe sealants, typically a blend of mineral oil and wax, sometimes called wood butter. This finish penetrates the wood, waterproofing it, preventing it from drying out, and blocking bacteria from settling in the pores. Boards should never be sealed with varnishes or lacquers intended for furniture.

What is the best way to clean and oil my wooden serving board?

Proper maintenance is crucial for the longevity and hygiene of your board.

• Cleaning: Always handwash immediately after use. Use a mild dish soap and warm water, scrubbing lightly. Never soak your wooden board in water, and never put it in the dishwasher, as this will cause the wood to crack and warp. Dry the board upright immediately after washing.
• Oiling: To maintain the protective barrier, boards should be oiled regularly, typically once a month or whenever the wood appears dry and thirsty. Apply a generous amount of mineral oil (or a beeswax/mineral oil mixture, wood butter) with a clean cloth. Let it soak in for at least 30 minutes (preferably overnight) and wipe off any excess.

Can I get a custom logo or text engraved on the board?

Yes, personalization is a major benefit of choosing a custom board maker. We offer custom engraved cutting boards and serving boards. This process uses laser or CNC technology to precisely etch text, a family name, a monogram, a special date, or a company logo onto the wood surface. This customization transforms a piece of servingware into a meaningful gift or branding tool.

Do you offer bulk orders for custom engraved boards (e.g., corporate gifts)?

Yes. Custom engraved cutting boards are highly popular choices for corporate gifts, wedding favours, client appreciation, and real estate closing gifts. We offer special pricing and production schedules for bulk orders to accommodate these larger requests, ensuring each piece maintains the high standard of craftsmanship while meeting your volume needs.

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