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END GRAIN vs. EDGE GRAIN
All blocks for sale are end grain.
If you are looking for an
edge grain butcher block, I can build to your specs. If you are
not sure of the difference, I will explain.
Note the photo to the
left.
End grain blocks are
always built with many little squares, all glued up together. The
wood fibers are facing up. Edge grain blocks are usually strips of
wood running the entire length of the block.
Think of taking a sharp
knife to a paint brush. If you try to cut the bristles of the
brush by cutting into the tips of the bristles, you will do very little
damage. Think of this as an end grain block.
On the other hand, if you
cross-cut the bristles, you will do a lot of damage. Think of this
as an edge grain block.
If you watch any cooking shows, you will see
that chefs prefer end
grain cutting boards because they show scratches less and are much
kinder to your expensive steel's edge.
SHIPPING
- Butcher blocks and Islands are shipped to
the US and Canada via UPS ground under 150lbs.
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UPS Shipping to the lower 48
- FREE to the lower 48
- Custom items weighing between 70lbs-150lbs
will incur a $40 "Heavy" UPS surcharge.
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UPS ground to AK, HI and Canada
- Please use delivery method of your choice,
exact UPS charges apply.
- A flat rate shipping charge of $40 is
added to shipping between 70lbs-150lbs.
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Items weighing more than 150lbs will be shipped
LTL freight to the lower 48.
- LTL rates can be very reasonable
considering the weight and size.
DELIVERY TIME
- Butcher block orders will be shipped within
two weeks, as they are built as ordered.
- With the exception of blocks listed as "In
Stock" at the bottom of each page.
- These blocks ship with-in 1 business day in
most instances.
- Custom blocks/islands & the Flag Design
can require a longer build time.
- Expedited service is offered.
- I can usually get a block built and
ready for shipping in 3-4 days (excluding custom blocks,
islands, and the Flag design).
- A $35 charge must be applied to move
your block up the queue.
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