Kitchen Prep Tips for Beginners
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah Getting started in the kitchen can feel overwhelming—but mastering a few core prep techniques makes cooking easier, faster, and more enjoyable. Start with the Right Setup Before you […]
Butcher Block vs Cutting Board: What’s the Difference?
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah If you’ve ever compared a butcher block to a cutting board, you’ve probably wondered—aren’t they basically the same thing? While they look similar, they serve different purposes in […]
What Makes a High-Quality Cutting Board?
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah Not all cutting boards are created equal. A high-quality board stands out in performance, durability, and craftsmanship. 1. Material Quality The best boards use: 👉 Explore premium materials:https://woodsandwax.com/product-category/cutting-boards/ […]
Why Hardwood Matters for Cutting Boards
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah Not all wood is suitable for cutting boards. The type of wood you choose directly affects durability, safety, and performance. What Is Hardwood? Hardwood comes from slow-growing trees […]
End Grain Cutting Board Construction Explained
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah End grain cutting boards are often considered the gold standard in kitchen prep—but what makes them so special? What Is End Grain Construction? End grain boards are made […]
How Cutting Boards Are Made
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah A high-quality wooden cutting board isn’t just cut from a slab of wood—it’s carefully crafted through a multi-step process that determines its durability, performance, and longevity. Understanding how […]
Best Wood for Cutting Boards (Complete Guide)
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah Not all wood is suitable for cutting boards. The best boards are made from hardwoods that balance durability, safety, and knife protection. What Makes a Good Cutting Board […]
Are Wooden Cutting Boards More Hygienic?
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah It’s a common myth that plastic cutting boards are more hygienic—but science tells a different story. What Research Shows Wood cutting boards: Plastic boards: Why Wood Works Wood’s […]
End Grain vs Edge Grain (Which Is Better?)
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah Not all cutting boards are built the same. The difference between end grain and edge grain construction plays a huge role in performance, durability, and price. What Is […]
Maple vs Walnut Cutting Boards
By Jonathan Riedel Founder of Woods and Wax with over a decade of business and marketing experience and several years building handcrafted hardwood cutting boards in Utah When choosing a premium cutting board, two woods dominate the conversation: maple and walnut. Both are excellent—but they serve slightly different preferences. Maple Cutting Boards Pros: 👉 Browse […]