{"product_id":"large-walnut-end-grain-cutting-board","title":"Hearth Board No. 1 – Large Walnut End-Grain Cutting Board","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"692\" data-section-id=\"b6h7kz\"\u003eHearth Board No. 1\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"715\"\u003eA substantial walnut end-grain cutting board built to anchor the kitchen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"794\"\u003eThe Vulpes Supply House Hearth Board No. 1 is handcrafted from American black walnut using traditional end-grain construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"922\"\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"961\" data-start=\"939\"\u003e14 × 20 × 2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers the size, weight, and working surface needed for serious meal preparation, carving, and serving. It is built for larger kitchens, larger meals, and customers who want one board capable of handling nearly everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1192\"\u003eThis is not the board you hide in a cabinet and drag out twice a year. It is designed to live on the counter, take daily use, and become part of the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1351\"\u003eOwnership is maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1420\" data-start=\"1382\" data-section-id=\"1or1zm5\"\u003eBuilt Around the Center of the Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1557\" data-start=\"1422\"\u003eThe hearth has always represented more than heat. It is where food is prepared, people gather, and everyday routines become traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1606\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eThe Hearth Board was designed around that idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1828\" data-start=\"1608\"\u003eIts generous surface provides room for weeknight preparation, holiday cooking, large cuts of meat, bread service, and shared meals. It is functional enough for daily work and substantial enough to serve as a centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1830\" data-section-id=\"13aiwrk\"\u003eWhy End Grain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1929\" data-start=\"1849\"\u003eEnd-grain boards are constructed with the ends of the wood fibers facing upward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2088\" data-start=\"1931\"\u003eWhen a knife contacts the surface, those fibers can separate around the edge and settle back into place rather than being cut repeatedly across their length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2114\" data-start=\"2090\" data-section-id=\"1rc314f\"\u003eEnd-Grain Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2116\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2159\" data-start=\"2116\" data-section-id=\"1rov45f\"\u003eMore forgiving contact with knife edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2213\" data-start=\"2160\" data-section-id=\"1umx9nu\"\u003eBetter at disguising normal scoring and cut marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2266\" data-start=\"2214\" data-section-id=\"mj763f\"\u003eDurable enough for repeated chopping and carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2267\" data-section-id=\"we9lu1\"\u003eThick, stable construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2356\" data-start=\"2298\" data-section-id=\"ypm8xq\"\u003eDistinctive block patterns created by the walnut grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2357\" data-section-id=\"1s8qhfv\"\u003eSuitable for demanding daily kitchen work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2591\" data-start=\"2404\"\u003eDo not call it truly “self-healing.” That phrase is overused and technically sloppy. The fibers can close around light cuts, but the board will still develop wear and character over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2630\" data-start=\"2593\" data-section-id=\"18e1m3g\"\u003eCrafted from American Black Walnut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2750\" data-start=\"2632\"\u003eAmerican black walnut provides the Hearth Board with its deep brown color, grain contrast, and substantial appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2787\" data-start=\"2752\"\u003eEvery board will vary naturally in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2925\" data-start=\"2789\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2789\" data-section-id=\"1lv2dse\"\u003eColor and tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2827\" data-start=\"2808\" data-section-id=\"1h793r2\"\u003eGrain direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2838\" data-start=\"2828\" data-section-id=\"1albj6q\"\u003eFigure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2858\" data-start=\"2839\" data-section-id=\"15bne9c\"\u003eSapwood content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2876\" data-start=\"2859\" data-section-id=\"1h3yeh\"\u003eBlock pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2904\" data-start=\"2877\" data-section-id=\"kvvv9f\"\u003eLight and dark contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2925\" data-start=\"2905\" data-section-id=\"1vyp9q7\"\u003eNatural markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2927\"\u003eThese differences are expected in solid wood and make each board unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3070\" data-start=\"3001\"\u003eThe board received will not be visually identical to the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3100\" data-start=\"3072\" data-section-id=\"rifdn8\"\u003eA Serious Working Surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3165\" data-start=\"3102\"\u003eThe approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"3136\" data-start=\"3120\"\u003e14 × 20-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e surface gives you space for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3466\" data-start=\"3167\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3195\" data-start=\"3167\" data-section-id=\"1kmalx5\"\u003eBreaking down vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3236\" data-start=\"3196\" data-section-id=\"flc04\"\u003eCarving roasts, poultry, and brisket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3269\" data-start=\"3237\" data-section-id=\"1y9oqsx\"\u003ePreparing large family meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3302\" data-start=\"3270\" data-section-id=\"1muq65d\"\u003eWorking with bread and dough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3341\" data-start=\"3303\" data-section-id=\"15rl5kn\"\u003eServing charcuterie and appetizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3376\" data-start=\"3342\" data-section-id=\"pac87n\"\u003ePortioning larger cuts of meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3424\" data-start=\"3377\" data-section-id=\"1qem730\"\u003eOrganizing multiple ingredients during prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3466\" data-start=\"3425\" data-section-id=\"ez6s0b\"\u003ePresenting food directly at the table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3641\" data-start=\"3468\"\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"3503\" data-start=\"3485\"\u003e2 inches thick\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Hearth Board has real mass. It stays planted during use and feels like a permanent kitchen tool rather than a lightweight accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3808\" data-start=\"3643\"\u003eThat size also means it is heavy. Customers should know that before buying it. Hiding the weight and scale would create returns from people who wanted a small board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3837\" data-start=\"3810\" data-section-id=\"13bet33\"\u003eAvailable Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3861\" data-start=\"3839\" data-section-id=\"1p5tdfl\"\u003eFlat on Both Sides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3914\" data-start=\"3863\"\u003eBoth working faces remain smooth and uninterrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4046\" data-start=\"3916\"\u003eThis option provides the largest continuous prep surface and allows either side to be used for chopping, serving, or presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4076\" data-start=\"4048\" data-section-id=\"1cxv1bi\"\u003eJuice Groove on One Side\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4212\" data-start=\"4078\"\u003eOne face includes a perimeter groove designed to collect liquid from meat, fruit, and other wet foods. The opposite face remains flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4320\" data-start=\"4214\"\u003eThis is the strongest general-purpose configuration because it preserves one clean, uninterrupted surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4353\" data-start=\"4322\" data-section-id=\"1dqe1yz\"\u003eJuice Grooves on Both Sides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4400\" data-start=\"4355\"\u003eBoth working faces include perimeter grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4540\" data-start=\"4402\"\u003eChoose this only when both sides will regularly be used for carving or wet ingredients. Otherwise, the one-sided option is more versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4561\" data-start=\"4542\" data-section-id=\"amywr3\"\u003eFinished by Hand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4625\" data-start=\"4563\"\u003eEach Hearth Board is conditioned before leaving the shop with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4684\" data-start=\"4627\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4655\" data-start=\"4627\" data-section-id=\"1ooo0dr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4655\" data-start=\"4629\"\u003eVulpes Board Oil No. 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4684\" data-start=\"4656\" data-section-id=\"n5wa23\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4684\" data-start=\"4658\"\u003eVulpes Board Wax No. 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4873\" data-start=\"4686\"\u003eThe oil penetrates the walnut and restores depth to the grain. The wax helps seal in that conditioning and leaves the surface smoother and better protected from routine moisture exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4949\" data-start=\"4875\"\u003eThis is a renewable oil-and-wax finish, not a permanent synthetic coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5061\" data-start=\"4951\"\u003eThe board will require maintenance throughout its life. That is how real wood products survive decades of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5088\" data-start=\"5063\" data-section-id=\"3ipjz4\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5593\" data-start=\"5090\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5125\" data-start=\"5090\" data-section-id=\"yrgodb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5104\" data-start=\"5092\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hearth Board No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5169\" data-start=\"5126\" data-section-id=\"1sixrav\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5145\" data-start=\"5128\"\u003eWood species:\u003c\/strong\u003e American black walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5201\" data-start=\"5170\" data-section-id=\"11xdaur\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5189\" data-start=\"5172\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e End grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5252\" data-start=\"5202\" data-section-id=\"11m4wcu\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5231\" data-start=\"5204\"\u003eApproximate dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 × 20 × 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5279\" data-start=\"5253\" data-section-id=\"6ounpb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5265\" data-start=\"5255\"\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectangular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5331\" data-start=\"5280\" data-section-id=\"1b8ljou\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5293\" data-start=\"5282\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Board Oil No. 1 and Board Wax No. 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5422\" data-start=\"5332\" data-section-id=\"hoib4h\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5363\" data-start=\"5334\"\u003eAvailable configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat, one-sided juice groove, or two-sided juice grooves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5487\" data-start=\"5423\" data-section-id=\"1ip8xeq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5440\" data-start=\"5425\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted individually or in small batches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5510\" data-start=\"5488\" data-section-id=\"1uyjfib\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5502\" data-start=\"5490\"\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5593\" data-start=\"5511\" data-section-id=\"15pqqnc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5530\" data-start=\"5513\"\u003eIntended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-scale chopping, carving, food preparation, and serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5691\" data-start=\"5595\"\u003eBecause every board is milled, sanded, and finished by hand, final dimensions may vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5713\" data-start=\"5693\" data-section-id=\"xymjcr\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"6174\" data-start=\"5715\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5733\" data-start=\"5715\" data-section-id=\"eue3iq\"\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5769\" data-start=\"5734\" data-section-id=\"10xvp0d\"\u003eUse a damp cloth or soft sponge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5806\" data-start=\"5770\" data-section-id=\"q57tlg\"\u003eApply mild dish soap when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5831\" data-start=\"5807\" data-section-id=\"1ownyk7\"\u003eNever soak the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5868\" data-start=\"5832\" data-section-id=\"cb52ty\"\u003eNever place it in the dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5922\" data-start=\"5869\" data-section-id=\"nv49nl\"\u003eDry the top, bottom, sides, and edges immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5975\" data-start=\"5923\" data-section-id=\"1f7258d\"\u003eAllow the board to air-dry upright when possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6043\" data-start=\"5976\" data-section-id=\"1c8qf8v\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, heat, or extreme humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6108\" data-start=\"6044\" data-section-id=\"apu3w6\"\u003eCondition it when the walnut begins to look pale or feel dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"6174\" data-start=\"6109\" data-section-id=\"1lmv92n\"\u003eApply oil and wax to every surface, not just the cutting face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6277\" data-start=\"6176\"\u003eA 2-inch-thick board can still warp or crack when neglected. Thickness is not immunity from bad care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"6310\" data-start=\"6279\" data-section-id=\"ktvcxv\"\u003eMoving and Storing the Board\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6391\" data-start=\"6312\"\u003eThe Hearth Board is larger and heavier than a standard household cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6551\" data-start=\"6393\"\u003eLift it with both hands and avoid dropping it onto hard surfaces. Store it flat on a dry surface or upright with stable support and airflow around both faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6641\" data-start=\"6553\"\u003eDo not lean it near a stove, dishwasher vent, window, or other heat and moisture source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"6669\" data-start=\"6643\" data-section-id=\"30f5yc\"\u003eNatural Wood Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6752\" data-start=\"6671\"\u003eSolid walnut responds to humidity, temperature, washing, and seasonal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6911\" data-start=\"6754\"\u003eMinor changes in color, grain appearance, and dimensions are normal. Each board will have its own block arrangement, figure, contrast, and natural variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6951\" data-start=\"6913\"\u003eThese characteristics are not defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"6985\" data-start=\"6953\" data-section-id=\"z5u7qq\"\u003eBuilt for Long-Term Ownership\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7068\" data-start=\"6987\"\u003eThe Hearth Board No. 1 will develop knife marks, color changes, and signs of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7138\" data-start=\"7070\"\u003eThat is not failure. It is evidence that the board is doing its job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7275\" data-start=\"7140\"\u003eWith proper cleaning, balanced drying, routine conditioning, and occasional refinishing, it can remain part of the kitchen for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7325\" data-start=\"7277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"7325\" data-start=\"7277\"\u003eHandcrafted in Texas by Vulpes Supply House.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vulpes Supply House ","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":44269979664483,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Juice Groove (One Side)","offer_id":44269979697251,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Juice Groove (Two Sides)","offer_id":44269979730019,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/7139\/4403\/files\/IMG-4264.png?v=1781893858","url":"https:\/\/vulpessupplyhouse.com\/products\/large-walnut-end-grain-cutting-board","provider":"Vulpes Supply House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}