Butcher Block - Organic Bamboo Cutting Board w/Juice Groove - 17x13x1.5" -Butcher Block Cutting Board - Premium Quality and Professional Design - Bamboo Chopping Block

Works great and looks good enough to keep sitting on my kitchen counter.

I have owned this board for 6 months and like the large size, groove and solid weight. When received, there was a minor defect with small notch cut into one corner of the groove (see photo). It wasn't a deal killer and I was happy to retain and use the board. Today, as I was oiling the board, however, a much more serious problem became apparent. A layer of the bamboo laminate near the cutting surface showed a crack (see photo) that suggests a separation between layers of bamboo. I'm in public health and worry that this crack may harbor food juices and bacteria despite best efforts at cleaning. It essentially makes this cutting board worse than useless, in my opinion. I've taken great care of this board: handwash only, regular oiling followed by application of cutting board wax. One other aspect to be aware of is the rough particles of bamboo that are shed by the board which may just be the nature of bamboo cutting boards perhaps. Updated and revised (March 1, 2018): Rating changed from 1 star to 5 stars for customer service experience In response to the review, I received a communication from Sharon at SoulFino who dispatched a replacement cutting board which I received today. It arrived in good condition with no visible defects. Based on how I liked the product and the outstanding customer service, I would feel confident in purchasing from this vendor again. I'm hopeful that the defect I experienced was not typical, and am confident that they will stand by their products.

I got tired of boards that would warp, slip, wobble and otherwise make food preparation a chore (or even risky). So I wanted a board that was super solid, stable, and large enough for various tasks. This board serves well. Be advised, however: (1) This board is hefty (ca. 6 lbs) and large, so make sure you don't mind wrestling with it a bit if you don't keep it on your counter-top; (2) The bamboo appears to be somewhat denser than maple, so you might have to retouch the edge of your chef's knife more frequently (I have a 1950's Sabatier carbon steel Chefs knife). You can save the edge by using a light touch, which works fine if you handle the blade properly...and all knives should ALWAYS be handled properly, something I learned in Boy Scouts 63 years ago. Several pluses: (1) This board holds up very well to heavy chopping with a cleaver, something I do a lot; (2) Aside from its weight, it is easy to clean, important if you're working with chicken; (3) It comes pre-treated. The Manufacturer recommends rubbing it with food-grade mineral oil or equivalent every 30 days. (Note: you can get that in the laxative section of your drug store). The board can be used on either side. One side is flat across, and the other had a groove to catch drippings. Some reviewers complained about the depth of the groove, but I have not found that to be a problem.

A beautiful cutting board. It feels "clean" - beautiful design, great finish & good weight. ...and no warping! The pictures really don't do it justice - as good as it looks on paper, it's even nicer in person. The design isn't busy or "cartoonish" like some we'd looked into. The juice channel is smoothly cut, definitely not the rough, "late addition" feel that some other boards have. Hand-holds on each end are cut well and perfectly placed, good utility without feeling like an afterthought. But, as nice as this board is, the Seller's Customer Service blew us away. Must admit here that our current board is a replacement. We sent the first one back because of some excess glue spots on the underside - a problem that we later learned is not at all typical for this brand. (Suppose even the great ones have a bad day, now & then) Upon noticing our return, SoulFino made contact and, unlike some other vendors on Amazon, they actually wanted to understand the problem we'd experienced (ie: not just for their record keeping). After several emails, they decided to send a replacement board - we are so glad they did. Finding a quality cutting board at a good price is a more difficult task than you might think. We rarely give 5-star reviews, particularly when there's been any issue. The Seller is a class act with a fantastic product.

I have to admit it until now I've been using plastic cutting boards. A couple of weeks ago, I had friends and family for a holiday dinner, and a Biologist explained to me how unsanitary plastic boards are. Apparently, bacteria prefers to live in plastic surfaces than in wood. The next day, I started my research for a good quality and affordable cutting board and found this beautiful model by Soulfino. I had already purchased salt and pepper grinders from this brand and decided to see if the quality of all their products was the same....and they are! When my husband opened the package, he told me "Wow, this is a cutting board for life". This Cutting Board is large and thick enough to give me a sturdy surface when cutting meats and crusty loaves of bread. I also love the fact that you can use it to serve your roast because is so gorgeous and elegant. Something of this quality will cost you around $150 in Williams Sonoma. Perfect for a holiday gift!!!

Very heavy and thick. It has a nice appearance and a very sturdy feel. Had this for about 2 weeks and it developed a crack. Sent a picture to customer service and they responded right away by sending a new board. Can't figure out why it may have cracked but may not have been glued together properly. Nonetheless, excellent response by the customer service team.

PROS - Very solid build with a nice heft. - Beautiful bamboo grain. Can be used as a serving tray - The drain channel things are deep, which is great if you're a messy cook like me. -You can stack it on its side CONS - It's big, so I'll have to start buying my cured meats and aged cheese at Costco to save on the costs. Or I'll have to sell my guests on the virtues of negative space. Or I can just tile out Kraft singles with other cheeses, nuts, dried berries and jams underneath, turn it into an advent calendar of some sort. PRO TIP - I rubbed a thin layer of coconut oil onto the board to make it a little more resilient. So far, so good.

I am sooo impressed with this cutting board! I have ordered it as a wedding gift to my friends, but when it arrived I decided to keep it for myself! It is definitely the best cutting bamboo board I have seen and used so far, and doesn't compare to other boards I've seen in the homegood stores. It looks and feels sturdy, sleek, and contemporary, with a nice big size, and thickness. Even though I like to keep my counter clean, this cutting board deserved its center place on the counter and has already become a natural part of my kitchen. It is constantly in use in our house, for pretty much all our meal preparations throughout the entire day. It is in particular great for those who like to host with style, serving and arranging cheeses, fruits, or meats/fishes. This board is a keeper, deserves my 5+ stars and highly recommended!