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End Grain Butcher Block Cutting Board [1.5" Thick]. Made of Teak Wood and Conditioned with Beeswax, Flaxseed Oil & Lemon Oil. 16" x 11" Chopping Board by Ziruma.
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This item: End Grain Butcher Block Cutting Board [1.5" Thick]. Made of Teak Wood and Conditioned with Beeswax, Flaxseed Oil & Lemon Oil. 16" x 11" Chopping Board by Ziruma.
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Customers like the beauty, build quality, and cutting quality of the cutting board. They mention it's well-constructed, stable, and holds up well two years later. Some also like its weight. However, some customers have reported that the board warped and cracked if not properly handled. They are disappointed with the spin and flatness. Opinions are mixed on the overall quality.
Customers are satisfied with the beauty of the cutting board. They mention it's beautiful quality wood and well-finished.
"...The cutting board is very appealing to the eye, especially with the end grain cuts. This board is very sturdy and heavier than I was anticipating...." Read more
"...It's a gorgeous cutting board and we are definitely going to try to repair it. It's so sturdy and looks lovely on the counter...." Read more
"...You will not go wrong with this board, it is not only beautiful, but their customer service is outstanding." Read more
"...I was skeptical when I saw the price, but it is actually a nice yet unfinished board. There was no damage and it was nicely packaged...." Read more
Customers like the build quality of the cutting board. They mention it's well-constructed, stable, and beautiful. Some say the craftsmanship is okay, but they are confident that the high-grade tick wood used in its construction ensures it will hold up well. The rich grain and thickness of the wood are striking, and there is no leverage point to break it if using a heavy cleaver.
"...This board is very sturdy and heavier than I was anticipating...." Read more
"...It's so sturdy and looks lovely on the counter...." Read more
"...It has substantial heft and thickness to it...." Read more
"...Quality and craftsmanship looked great. Heavy and sturdy. After taking it out of the packaging the cutting board at flat on my countertop...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the cutting quality of the product. They mention it's an excellent, beautiful board that is functional and a beautiful work of art. Some say it takes well to all types of knife cuttings and makes an excellent serving tray.
"...It draws the eye from across the room and makes an excellent serving tray...." Read more
"...end grain butcher block because it’s absolutely gorgeous and extremely functional...." Read more
"...It's solid, quite heavy, and mostly serves the purpose for which it was purchased..." Read more
"...The block is heavy and take well to all types of knife cuttings. Because it is hard woods knifes will need sharpening often, so be prepared for that...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the cutting board. They say it's big, solid, and heavy. Some also mention it's thick and will last for years.
"...This board is very sturdy and heavier than I was anticipating...." Read more
"...Quality and craftsmanship looked great. Heavy and sturdy. After taking it out of the packaging the cutting board at flat on my countertop...." Read more
"...It's solid, quite heavy, and mostly serves the purpose for which it was purchased..." Read more
"...I was just sad it didnt work out* The board is very heavy" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the cutting board. Some mention it's beautiful, high-quality, and well-finished. Others say it has a manufacturing defect or lacks quality.
"...It's a bummer the pretty one is defective but ultimately the company worked very hard to show customer loyalty and support...." Read more
"Nice and heavy. No quality control. Damaged corner and not one but two wood plugs...." Read more
"...returned it, they sent me the maple version and it is solid and great condition! Not many sellers on Amazon are that quick to respond to problems...." Read more
"...The one drawback seems to be quality control.The Block I recived has 3 things I will note.1...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the cutting board. They mention it's completely warped, has curved up on all four sides to make a slight bowl, and has rough knots. The grains are also crooked, so the lines cross at an angle when the design seems. Some customers have reported that the first board they received was cracked and split all the way through.
"...It was slightly warped and spins on the counter which feels unsafe...." Read more
"...The ideas want me to address warping… these cutting boards will warp and crack if not properly taken care of just like any end grain board...." Read more
"...Hrs after opening the box and removing from cellophane the board began to warp and crack...." Read more
"...With the second one, I let it sit for four days and the warping got slightly better, but was will wobbly on the countertop...." Read more
47 customers mention "Spin"3 positive44 negative
Customers are dissatisfied with the spin of the cutting board. They mention it spins around on their counter, the sides slowly warp so that it swivels at the middle, and it's very unstable. Some say the side without grooves easily spins as if it was a top.
"...As for the negatives, the board is not level. It tilts from side to side or corner to corner when light pressure is applied to the top of the..." Read more
"...It was slightly warped and spins on the counter which feels unsafe...." Read more
"...for four days and the warping got slightly better, but was will wobbly on the countertop...." Read more
"...It was bowing in the middle which made it very wobbly to cut on. I flipped it over and tried using it, hoping it would correct itself. It didn’t...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the flatness of the cutting board. They mention it doesn't lay flat, isn't even close to flat, and wabbles. Some say the surface is not milled flat.
"...Original: First one I received had a small crack on the end and would not lay flat on an even hard surface, spun around like a lazy Susan, returned..." Read more
"...that was better but not perfect, still a little wobbly and not perfectly flat...." Read more
"...1. The block does not sit flat on our marble countertop. I can spin it.2...." Read more
"...or thick as the one I wanted it does keep its integrity and stay flat as it should...." Read more
Teak Wood Extra Large End Grain Butcher Block Cutting Board 2” Thick (Revised Review)
On Christmas Day we placed a cooked turkey on the board to rest. Came back a couple of hours later to cut the turkey to find the board was split all the way through. The return window had passed but I feel for the price set for this product it should not have split like it did. Would give zero stars but that option isn’t available. Product was cleaned and treated after every use. Bought in February 2023.I reached out to Amazon & Ziruma and immediately was contacted by Luis from Ziruma. Luis acknowledged that their had been some quality control issues with the teak wood end grain butcher block and he’d be willing to refund me the entirety of my payment and send me a oak wood cutting board that’s pretty much the exact dimensions. I agreed to the offer and was extremely appreciative any deal was made because the return window was like 10 months ago. Luis has been nothing but kind and attentive during this process. I certainly hope Ziruma follows through with their plan to correct the wood splitting issue with the teak wood end grain butcher block because it’s absolutely gorgeous and extremely functional.I’m changing my initial 1 star review to 4 stars based on the way Luis with Ziruma handled the situation (kind, professional, and timely). I would definitely recommend doing business with Ziruma because you get that personal attention from a small business.
EDIT: Wow, talk about customer service! I initially rated them 2 stars, but they are now easily a 5. Their team reached out to me about my experience with their product. Within one business day, they replied asking how they could make it right. I ended up getting a replacement board that is absolutely perfect! The new board had all of the pros listed below without any of the cons. I am not sure I have met another company with customer service this good! I couldn't be happier with how this all turned out!
Original Post: This cutting board is HUGE! With that being said it's exactly what I was looking for! The cutting board is very appealing to the eye, especially with the end grain cuts. This board is very sturdy and heavier than I was anticipating. They did a good job sealing the teak wood with beeswax, linseed & lemon oil, it really brings out the pattern in the wood. It draws the eye from across the room and makes an excellent serving tray.
As for the negatives, the board is not level. It tilts from side to side or corner to corner when light pressure is applied to the top of the cutting board. When tilted completely to one side from pressure there is a 1/4" gap on the lifted side. Another major downfall of this cutting board is the grooves for juice and the handles. They are "prickly" to the touch, something I am sure a quick rub with sandpaper will fix. The last complaint I have about the board is that if you run your fingers across the board you can feel some slightly higher and lower pieces of the butcher block. Running the board through a planer or providing a finishing sand would take this cutting board to the next level. The ad says beeswax is included, however, this was missing from my package.
I'm giving this item five stars even though it came damaged. I ordered this as a gift so it wasn't opened by the recipient within the return window, unfortunately. It was slightly warped and spins on the counter which feels unsafe. I contacted the seller hoping to exchange it, and after providing some information to them, they immediately issued a refund and gave me instructions on repairing the warp so we can still use it. It's a gorgeous cutting board and we are definitely going to try to repair it. It's so sturdy and looks lovely on the counter. I'm giving five stars for incredible customer service and would definitely buy from this seller again. They truly stand behind their products.
I did so much research before buying this board, I was using bamboo boards before this, and I have gorgeous Japanese knives that I take very good care of, and then I discovered that had I not been honing my knives before and after using them, they would actually be dull by now because of the bamboo boards I was using with them!! I had no idea, so I researched for weeks and discovered that Teakwood was the best for my knives to protect them, and then I found out that Ziruma was actually the best manufacturer to buy my board from, and so I did, and once my board arrived I was so happy with it, but it doesn't end there, I was able to actually start a conversation with Ziruma via text message because being so new I had many question about what I could and could not do, they were so awesome, answering all of my questions, helping me step by step, even asking me to send them pictures of the board in my kitchen! They assisted me every single step of the way and they still do, I actually have them on speed dial, for text that is. You will not go wrong with this board, it is not only beautiful, but their customer service is outstanding.
I received this cutting board today. I was skeptical when I saw the price, but it is actually a nice yet unfinished board. There was no damage and it was nicely packaged. It comes with a small amount of wax to use on it, but I suggest either buying or having more wax on hand as you are going to need to finish the product. As it is end grain it isn’t going to be as smooth as a cross grain board. However, the one I received was rough and will require sanding, oiling, and waxing. There was also some of what is either the adhesive or markings from the lumber that should go away after I hit it with the sander. It could be used as is, but I want mine to not be that rough and trap bacteria. It has substantial heft and thickness to it. The ideas want me to address warping… these cutting boards will warp and crack if not properly taken care of just like any end grain board. It is fixable and the solution is addressed it the care manual supplied with the board. Before anyone questions me sanding the board it actually suggests sanding for knife indents and imperfections. So they are not hiding anything. Overall for the price, I would rather spend 10-20 minutes sanding the product to get the desired finish than spend another $100 on a cutting board that is fully finished. If you read this remember not to finish it with too fine of sand paper as the oil and wax won’t absorb properly just like any other piece of wood. I’ll probably go to 220 just to sand out the very rough spots before I clean it according to directions, oil and ultimately wax it. If you are looking to save $100+ for a little extra work put in I would highly recommend this product. If not, you are going to be spending $200 of more for something that is fully finished.
The cutting board is beautiful but the one i received is really warped. There is a good 1 cm on one side if the other side touch the table. I have to put something under to reduce the movement.
Update: Exceptional customer service. I contacted the seller and they gave me advice on how to straighten the board quickly and easily. It's now perfect. But that's not all. To apologize for the inconvenience, they sent me a new board and a container of wax to maintain it. I wasn't asking for so much, but it's reassuring to see that companies still care about customer satisfaction. I will definitely use this vendor for future purchases. Thank you for your dedication.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful but… Update
Reviewed in Canada on January 8, 2024
The cutting board is beautiful but the one i received is really warped. There is a good 1 cm on one side if the other side touch the table. I have to put something under to reduce the movement.
Update: Exceptional customer service. I contacted the seller and they gave me advice on how to straighten the board quickly and easily. It's now perfect. But that's not all. To apologize for the inconvenience, they sent me a new board and a container of wax to maintain it. I wasn't asking for so much, but it's reassuring to see that companies still care about customer satisfaction. I will definitely use this vendor for future purchases. Thank you for your dedication.
Updating my review- though the board originally came broken I was able to get a refund through Amazon. The seller (Ziruma) contacted me and sent a new cutting board free! The board came in great shape and looks great in the kitchen! Excellent customer service to right the problem. Would purchase from them again as they stand by their product.
Product is zeer snel geleverd. Jammer genoeg zat de snijpkank in 2 stukken gebroken in de verpakking. Ik heb deze retour gestuurd en direct een nieuwe besteld. Ben benieuwd naar de nieuwe levering.
Mooie plank, jammer genoeg in 2 gebroken geleverd. Deze moet veel beter ingepakt worden. Ik ben benieuwd naar de nieuwe levering en terugbetaling en kom hopelijk terug met een mooie beoordeling.
Product is zeer snel geleverd. Jammer genoeg zat de snijpkank in 2 stukken gebroken in de verpakking. Ik heb deze retour gestuurd en direct een nieuwe besteld. Ben benieuwd naar de nieuwe levering.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jammer genoeg in 2 stukken
Reviewed in Belgium on September 3, 2024
Mooie plank, jammer genoeg in 2 gebroken geleverd. Deze moet veel beter ingepakt worden. Ik ben benieuwd naar de nieuwe levering en terugbetaling en kom hopelijk terug met een mooie beoordeling.
The board looks good but has a massive warp and does not sit flat on the kitchen surface. I’m very disappointed to receive it in this condition, and makes the job of cutting and chopping worse, and actually dangerous because it constantly moves.
After unboxing it was great, I’ve used only to shot videos no actual cutting or usage after 2 to 3 days it started to get warped and bend, it’s not stable any more on the surface