Beautiful and rugged all at once, the Super Slab with Finger Grooves Chopping Block is built tough yet looks nice on any kitchen counter. The use of end-grain wood is ideal for a cutting board because it won't dull your knives. This block is 3 inches thick, so it can handle heavy cutting and pounding of all sorts. It features a protective oil finish and finger slots on two sides for easy moving and handling. It's also reversible so when one side is dirty, simply flip it over. This fine chopping block is made in the USA. This item is made from oil-finished natural yellow birch hardwood, which is indigenous to the Northeastern U.S. and ranges in color from blond to a darker walnut shade; the natural variation in color allows this chopping block to coordinate with your existing decor. Catskill Craftsmen's Eco-friendly Practices