Edge-grain·Cherry, Maple, Purpleheart & Tulipwood
The Escrick Serving Board
£59
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Purpleheart
A dense, striking hardwood known for its natural purple colour, which can shift from brownish tones when freshly worked to a richer violet-purple as it oxidises and settles. Purpleheart is much harder than oak, walnut, cherry, and maple, giving it excellent durability but a more demanding working character. Best used where contrast, detail, and visual impact matter, especially as an accent timber in chopping boards, decorative strips, and statement pieces.
Latin name
Peltogyne spp.
Origin
South America
Hardness
Janka 2,520
Grain
Fine, interlocked
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Common questions
How hard is Purpleheart?
Purpleheart measures Janka 2,520 — hard enough to take daily knife work and last for years with a little care.
How do I care for Purpleheart chopping boards?
Hand-wash them, dry them standing up rather than flat, and re-oil with a food-safe oil when the surface starts to look dry. Never put one in the dishwasher. The full routine is in our care guide.
Are Purpleheart chopping boards food-safe?
Yes. Every piece is finished with food-safe oil and wax, so the surface is safe for food preparation. The finish may contain mineral oil, beeswax, coconut and vitamin E — if you have an allergy, check the care guide before ordering. Purpleheart itself is a close-grained hardwood well suited to kitchen use.