John Boos Chop-N-Slice Series Maple Cutting Board 1"Tx8"Wx12"D, -209

A Compact Maple Cutting Board For Everyday Kitchen Prep

This John Boos Chop-N-Slice cutting board brings edge-grain maple construction to a compact prep surface, sized to fit a small countertop workspace, a pull-out cutting shelf, or a kitchen drawer station.

Key Features

• Edge-grain maple construction delivers a hard, dense cutting surface that resists knife marks and stands up to daily use.
• Reversible design gives the board a usable cutting face on both sides to extend its working life.
• Juice groove runs around the board to catch drippings and keep liquids off the counter.
• Rectangular 12 by 8 inch footprint fits compact countertop spaces, prep station inserts, and pull-out cutting shelves.
• 1 inch thickness provides a stable, solid feel underhand without adding unnecessary bulk.

Built for Compact Prep Stations and Pull-Out Shelves

At 12 by 8 inches, this board is sized for the kind of prep work that happens in tight quarters: chopping herbs, breaking down a small cut of meat, slicing fruit, or prepping vegetables before they go into a pot. It also fits naturally into a pull-out cutting shelf integrated into base cabinetry, a common configuration in custom kitchen builds and remodels. The juice groove keeps the board contained when working with wet ingredients, channeling run-off away from the counter surface rather than letting it pool beneath the board.

Maple Construction and Finish

John Boos builds the Chop-N-Slice series from edge-grain maple, one of the standard hardwoods for cutting surfaces because of its density and tight grain. The edge-grain orientation puts the long faces of the wood strips on the cutting surface, which holds up to repeated knife contact without excessive scoring. Like all unsealed wood cutting boards, this one benefits from regular oiling to maintain the wood and prevent drying or warping. John Boos board cream or food-grade mineral oil are the standard maintenance options, though neither is included with the board.

Who Reaches for This Board

This board suits homeowners who want a secondary prep surface that stores out of the way when not in use, designers specifying a pull-out cutting shelf in a base cabinet run, and cabinet shops sourcing a coordinated board to pair with a slide-out shelf system. The 12 by 8 inch size is intentionally modest, making it a practical everyday board rather than a primary cutting surface for large meal prep. For larger cuts or a main prep station, a longer board from the same Chop-N-Slice series is the natural step up.

Common Questions

Practical Prep Surface, Ready to Drop Into the Right Spot

Choose this board when the job calls for a compact, reversible maple prep surface that fits a pull-out shelf, a tight countertop station, or a secondary cutting position in a well-fitted kitchen.