Woods and Wax

Do Maple Cutting Boards Dull Knives?

Short answer: No—maple is actually knife-friendly.

🔪 Why Maple Protects Your Knives

Maple has a balanced hardness:

  • Hard enough to resist gouging
  • Soft enough to protect blade edges

⚠️ What Actually Dulls Knives?

  • Glass cutting boards
  • Stone surfaces
  • Cheap plastic boards

🧠 Final Takeaway

A well-maintained maple board helps extend the life of your knives, not shorten it.

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