Reasons to Choose a Teak Cutting Board

Equip your kitchen with a teak cutting board from Williams Sonoma. The selection contains an array of cutting boards crafted from natural teak, a solid hardwood that's prized for its durability, water-resistance and striking appearance. Each one is slightly different due to the beautiful natural variations in the wood.

Advantages of a Teak Cutting Board

Teak cutting boards are a great way to protect your countertops from knife damage. They're also stylish, so you can leave them out on the counter as a functional accent piece. The golden-hued, medium-toned wood imparts a warm, cheerful touch to any style of kitchen. A couple of the cutting boards that you may find available include:

• Proteak End-Grain Cutting Board: This rectangular cutting board has end-grain construction, so it's gentle on your knives. You can use it for cutting purposes or as a serving board for meats and cheeses. It has a cutout that lets you slide chopped ingredients into a bowl or pan, along with hand grips for easy carrying.
• Williams Sonoma Carving Board: If you're looking for a classic cutting board that's durable and great-looking, consider this signature cutting board from Williams Sonoma. It's made from reclaimed teak and has a double edge-grain surface for excellent durability. The perimeter well of this board lets you collect juices for making gravies and sauces. It's finished with food-safe mineral oil to bring out the natural beauty of the wood and protect against wear, tear and moisture.

These cutting boards come in various sizes to suit your food prep needs. They're easy to care for -- just hand-wash in hot, soapy water, rinse clean and dry with a soft cloth. If you need to sanitize your cutting board, you can use a mixture of vinegar diluted with five parts hot water.

Other Types of Cutting Boards

Williams Sonoma has a wide selection of other cutting boards, such as those crafted from walnut, maple and cherry woods. There are also antibacterial cutting boards made from ultra-durable polypropylene. Some of the wood cutting boards can be monogrammed with an initial or name, which makes them excellent gifts for holidays and housewarmings.

If you need cutlery to go with your cutting board, you'll find plenty of individual knives and knife sets from which to choose. There are also plenty of kitchen gadgets and appliances of all kinds.