The Barlow Chopping Board
A compact oak-and-walnut edge-grain checkerboard with a juice groove, side grips and nearly 4 cm thickness.
Made by hand by Ewald — see the process →
Specifications
About this piece
The Barlow is a compact checkerboard with a strong oak-and-walnut rhythm. The smaller footprint makes it easier to move and wash, while the end-grain construction gives it the substance and knife-friendly character of a serious working board.
A juice groove frames the face for carving and wetter ingredients, with softened edges, recessed side grips and rubber feet underneath. It is a useful everyday size for vegetables, bread and table service, with enough visual presence to earn its place on the counter.
The timbers
Pale gold, open-grained, and built for work - the classic European bench timber.
A pale honey-gold hardwood that deepens beautifully with age and oil. European Oak is strong, open-grained, and famously durable, long used in furniture, joinery, beams, and hard-working surfaces across Europe. Best for chopping boards and pieces that need to feel solid, practical, and made for real everyday use.
A dark, temperamental timber - quiet under oil, dramatic under light.
A deep chocolate-brown hardwood that develops warmer, sometimes violet undertones when oiled. Black Walnut is slightly softer than oak, with a richer, more expressive grain that makes it a striking choice for a chopping board meant to be looked at as well as used. Durable enough for regular use, but prized just as much for its depth, contrast, and the way it ages beautifully.
Care instructions
Wash by hand with mild soap and warm water. Towel dry straight away and stand the board on edge until fully dry.
Do not soak, dishwash, or leave beside direct heat. Re-oil when the surface starts to look dry; for regular use, every 4-8 weeks is a sensible rhythm.
Shipping & returns
We ship to Great Britain & Northern Ireland; shipping is calculated at checkout. Each piece is packed in a recycled card box. Made-to-order items can be returned within 14 days unless they've been used; bespoke commissions are non-returnable. Returns are easy — write to us first.
