Whether you’re quartering, chopping, deboning, or fileting meat, you can’t go wrong with the Cambria Butcher Block. Handmade in Northern Wisconsin by Amish craftsmen, this end grain butcher block is constructed from 2 ¼ inches of solid wood, giving it enough weight to stay firmly in place as you butcher meat. The self-healing, end grain cutting surface keeps your knives sharp, while a beeswax oil seals and protects the solid wood butcher block. The handmade butcher block includes finger slots for easy lifting, juice grooves to catch any liquids, and rubber feet to keep it from slipping as you cut and chop meats.
* Because we source our wood from multiple suppliers, there may be slight variations in the brightness of the walnut sapwood.
You’ll find a variety of uses for your butcher block:
When using your butcher block:
You’ll need to wash your butcher block each time you use it. Start by removing any large pieces of food with a dishcloth or nylon bristled brush. For food particles that are difficult to remove, try using a flat, steel bench scraper or spatula. After removing any large pieces of food, quickly and gently wet the butcher block with warm or hot soapy water, then scrub it clean with a dish brush, dishcloth or sponge. Be sure to scrub the entire surface of the butcher block, including the sides and bottom. Once you’ve finished scrubbing, rinse your butcher block clean and dry it with a dish towel before placing it on its edge to dry for at least an hour.
When cleaning your butcher block, DO NOT:
In order to extend the life of your butcher block, apply beeswax oil wood conditioner on a regular basis. The food-safe conditioner prevents liquids from penetrating into wood surfaces, where bacteria and other germs can grow. Beeswax oil also moisturizes wood, keeping it from becoming overly dry and brittle. Not to mention, it adds a beautiful, glossy finish to wood butcher blocks.
Apply the beeswax oil to your butcher block by adding a few drops of it to a lint-free cleaning cloth, then rubbing it into the entire surface of the butcher block. Before returning the butcher block to storage, let it dry on your counter for roughly an hour, allowing the beeswax oil to absorb completely into the wood.
Note: Real wood moves as it adapts to its environment, which can lead to slight warping or cracking of your butcher block. This is expected, and is not considered a defect.
You’ll want to store your butcher block in a well ventilated area, preferably in a vertical position. Storing your butcher block vertically prevents moisture from accumulating underneath it and potentially causing it to warp. It also prevents dirt and debris from building up on the cutting surface while in storage.
