Natural Hard Maple End Grain Butcher Block Blank – Rough Sanded 12.5" × 18.25" × 2.125" | Finish to 12" × 18" × 2"

Premium Extra-Thick Hard Maple Butcher Block Blank for Makers

Build a professional-quality butcher block or cutting board with this premium Natural Hard Maple End Grain Butcher Block Blank from Stewart's Blocks and Boards. Crafted from select North American Hard Maple, each blank is rough sanded and intentionally oversized, allowing you to flatten, sand, route, and finish it to your exact specifications.

The additional thickness makes this blank ideal for heavy-duty cutting boards, butcher blocks, and premium custom woodworking projects.

Rough Dimensions

• Approximately 12.5" × 18.25" × 2.125"

Expected Finished Dimensions

• Approximately 12" × 18" × 2"

Every blank features the natural beauty and durability that have made Hard Maple the preferred choice of professional woodworkers and chefs for generations.

Features

• Premium North American Hard Maple
• Durable end grain construction
• Rough sanded for easy final machining
• Oversized to accommodate flattening and sanding
• Ideal for CNC carving, laser engraving, and custom personalization
• Food-safe hardwood suitable for kitchen projects
• Proudly handcrafted in the USA

Perfect For

• Heavy-duty butcher blocks
• Premium cutting boards
• Professional kitchen boards
• Personalized gifts
• CNC and laser engraving
• Woodworking projects
• Charcuterie and serving boards
• Small business makers
• Craft fairs and custom orders

Why Choose Hard Maple?

Hard Maple is the industry standard for premium cutting boards because it offers:

• Exceptional strength and impact resistance
• Tight, closed grain that helps resist moisture
• Excellent machining and finishing characteristics
• Long-lasting durability for everyday use
• Light natural color that beautifully showcases engraved designs

The extra 2-inch finished thickness provides additional weight, stability, and a premium feel for serious cooks and professional kitchens.

What You'll Receive

One (1) Natural Hard Maple butcher block blank:

• Rough sanded
• Oversized for final machining
• Ready for routing, sanding, engraving, finishing, and oiling

No oils, waxes, or finishes are applied, giving you complete creative control over the finished product.

Natural Wood Disclaimer

Wood is a natural material, and each blank is unique. Variations in grain pattern, color, and occasional mineral streaks are normal characteristics of genuine Hard Maple and contribute to the beauty of every finished project.

Specifications

Wood Species: Natural Hard Maple

Construction: Edge Grain

Condition: Rough Sanded

Rough Size: Approximately 12.5" × 18.25" × 2.125"

Target Finished Size: Approximately 12" × 18" × 2"

Finish: Unfinished

Made In: USA