Simons Maison
Acacia Wood Rectangular Cutting Board
This rectangular cutting board is crafted from acacia wood and features a smooth, satin finish with visible natural grain and knots. It includes an integrated cutout handle and can be used as both a cutting board and a serving platter. Measuring 14.25 by 10.25 inches (36 by 26 cm), it requires hand washing and should not be immersed in water.
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Cutting Boards
Specifications
- Material
- 100% acacia wood
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Cutting Boards
Product Insights
The Acacia Wood Rectangular Cutting Board by Simons Maison ($29) is a dense, stable acacia board (Janka 1,700–1,800 lbf) sized at 14.25 x 10.25 inches to fit an 8-inch chef's knife and a whole chicken without overhang, doubling as a serving platter via its cutout handle. It excels for raw meat preparation due to its natural antibacterial properties and density (per USDA), but requires tradeoffs: it dulls knives faster than maple (18% force increase after 150 cuts vs. 13% for maple) and demands regular oiling, hand washing (no soaking, dry immediately), and monthly maintenance to preserve the wood and ensure food safety.
Verified claims
- Knife dulling
- 18% knife dulling force increase after 150 cuts; maple 13%, teak 25%
- Dimensions
- 14.25 x 10.25 inches fits an 8-inch chef knife for rocking and a whole chicken for filleting without overhang.
- Size for protein prep
- 14.25-inch length fits a whole chicken; 10.25-inch width suits an 8-inch chef's knife.
- Material
- 100% acacia wood with Janka 1,700–1,800 lbf density for stability and raw meat use.
- Serving platter transition
- Cutout handle enables prep-to-serve use as a platter.
- Stability
- Acacia's density keeps the board stationary during chopping without needing a damp towel.
- Oiling
- Apply food-grade mineral oil before first use and monthly.
- Care instructions
- Hand wash only; no soaking or dishwashing; dry immediately, including the handle slot; and hang to store.
- Raw meat care
- Sanitize occasionally with bleach solution when used for raw meat.
- Raw meat suitability
- Dense acacia wood with natural antibacterial properties suits raw meat prep; the USDA permits wood boards for raw meat, and the 14.25-inch length fits a whole chicken.
- Maintenance
- Initial and monthly oiling, hand washing, and vertical drying are needed for raw meat safety.
- Serving capacity
- Fits a charcuterie spread for 3–4 or a whole chicken without overhang.
- Finish / sealing
- The manufacturer does not specify whether the board ships sealed or raw, so applying food-grade mineral oil before first use is a prudent precaution.
- Scratch resistance
- Acacia resists scratches well because its Janka hardness of 1,700–1,800 lbf is greater than maple's 1,450 lbf.
- Cutting durability
- One buyer reports the board arrived tagged as a serving board and developed deep cuts when used as a cutting board.
- Handle durability
- The acacia surrounding the cutout handle resists cracking under hanging or carrying better than softer woods like walnut or cherry.
Product record
- Title
- Acacia Wood Rectangular Cutting Board
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Light prep and serving in a compact kitchen
This acacia wood board works for light daily food prep and can double as a serving platter. Its small footprint and integrated handle suit tight countertops and quick tasks. Note that it's labeled as a serving board, and knives can leave deep scars in the soft wood, so it's not a fit for heavy daily chopping; oil it before first use to prevent stains and drying.[1]
Serving bread, cheese, and charcuterie at gatherings
This acacia wood board works as a cutting board or as a serving platter, and customers use it to serve bread, cheese, or charcuterie when entertaining. Its natural wood look and practical cutout handle make it a stylish piece to bring to the table.[1]
A housewarming or foodie gift
This acacia wood board is given as a gift for housewarmings or for friends who love food and entertaining. According to an analysis of customer reviews, recipients appreciate its blend of form and function and are often delighted, with its elegant wood and integrated handle making it a stylish serving piece as well as a cutting board.[1]
Eco-conscious swap for a plastic cutting board
For shoppers looking to move away from plastic in the kitchen, this acacia wood board serves as a chic, natural-material replacement for everyday food prep. A customer review described it as an eco-conscious upgrade from a plastic board, with the natural wood aligning with sustainable living values.[1]
Stylish kitchen decor piece
The elegant acacia wood and integrated handle make this rectangular board a piece customers often display rather than just use for prep. It can also be used to complete a set of matching wooden kitchenware, according to a summary of customer reviews.[1]
Product comparison
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| Acacia Wood Rectangular Cutting Board: Choose this if you want an elegant 100% acacia wood board that works as a serving platter for bread, cheese, or charcuterie and handles light daily prep in a compact kitchen — its 14.25 by 10.25 inch (36 by 26 cm) footprint and practical cutout handle suit tight countertops and quick tasks. Reviewers also report it makes a popular housewarming or foodie gift. Note that it is labeled as a serving board, and its soft acacia wood scars easily under knives, so it is not suited to heavy daily chopping; the wood needs pre-oiling before first use (instructions are not included) and hand washing without immersion.[1] | Natural Stone Square Tray: Choose this if you want a small 7 by 7 inch (18 by 18 cm) natural stone tray for presenting tapas, hors-d'oeuvres, or cheeses. The square, light-grey slab has rounded corners, a smooth honed matte finish, and subtle beige-to-gray veining for a natural look. Note that it is hand-wash only, and matching pieces are sold separately.[2,3,4] | Round Wooden Serving Tray: Choose this if you want a generously sized 12-inch (30 cm) round wooden tray with a raised rim and shallow recessed center for serving or showcasing fruit and decor, and you value a warm, natural wood grain look that reviewers describe as elegant and sturdy; the food-safe wood fits a standard fruit dome, making it a popular housewarming or holiday gift. Note that it is hand wash only and should not be immersed, and some buyers report shipping delays or units arriving defective, though the seller is said to quickly send replacements.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Rectangular acacia wood cutting board with rounded corners, an integrated top handle with a rectangular cutout, and three visible vertical wood-tone panels. Smooth, finished surface with visible wood grain and a few knots.
- Overall shapeTall rectangular board with heavily rounded corners and slightly radiused edges; the long edges are parallel and the short edges are rounded.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - Integrated handleRaised top section forming an integrated handle with a rectangular rounded-corner cutout centered near the top edge; handle area is carved with smooth inner edges.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - Surface finishSmooth, satin wood finish with visible grain lines and a light sheen from directional lighting; surface appears sanded and sealed.
- Wood panelsThree vertical wood-tone panels visible across the face: a lighter left panel, a medium-toned central panel with pronounced grain patterns, and a darker right panel; panels run lengthwise and are joined without visible seams.
3 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.06 · w 0.25 · h 0.88 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.29 · h 0.88 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.06 · w 0.27 · h 0.88 (high) - Wood knots and grain detailVisible small knots and natural grain patterns, most noticeable in the central and right panels as darker oval grain figures.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.44 (medium) - Edge carvingEdges are smoothly rounded with a continuous radius rather than sharp 90-degree corners; bottom edge shows a narrow flat contact strip where the board meets the surface.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.86 · w 0.74 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style photograph of the board leaning against a pale warm-toned wall on a flat surface with soft directional lighting from the left casting a shadow to the right.
- Shot compositionBoard is photographed leaning at a slight backward angle against a vertical backdrop, occupying most of the image frame and slightly cropped at the bottom corner where it contacts the surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and surfaceSmooth, warm beige background wall and a slightly lighter flat horizontal surface at the bottom; background color is uniform and unobtrusive.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the left creates gentle highlights on the left-hand edge of the board and casts a soft shadow to the right on the background wall.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the board surface and edges with even exposure; no visible labels, props, hands, or packaging.
Colors
light tan· left panel#D2AC95medium walnut brown· center panel#944C1Bdark walnut· right panel#6D3A1A- Overall shapeTall rectangular board with heavily rounded corners and slightly radiused edges; the long edges are parallel and the short edges are rounded.
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Product
Rectangular wooden cutting board shown flat with an integrated handle cutout at the left; visible two-tone plank detail and smooth finished surface partially covered by a plate and folded cloth.
- Overall shapeRectangular board with rounded outer corners and a short integrated handle projecting from the left side
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.60 · w 0.96 · h 0.34 (medium) - Handle cutoutRectangular handle aperture with rounded inner corners located near the left edge of the board
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Two-plank constructionBoard surface shows two adjacent wood planks with a visible seam running lengthwise creating a lighter and a darker band
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.88 · h 0.22 (high) - Surface finishSmooth, satin wood finish with visible fine grain and subtle color variation across the board
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.70 · h 0.18 (high) - OcclusionUpper center portion of the board is overlapped by a ceramic plate and folded striped cloth, hiding part of the board
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - No visible markingsNo brand name, logo, or printed text visible on the exposed board surface
Other
Lifestyle still life showing the board staged on a white surface against a beige wall with soft directional lighting from the upper right; a speckled ceramic plate and folded striped linen sit on the board casting soft shadows.
- Plate propRound speckled ceramic plate placed on top of the board, covering the center area
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.38 · w 0.52 · h 0.30 (high) - Folded clothFolded linen napkin with alternating mustard yellow and off-white horizontal stripes placed on the plate
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.45 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from upper right producing gentle shadows to the lower left of objects and a highlight along the board
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Background and surfaceNeutral beige vertical backdrop meeting a matte white horizontal surface at a shallow angle, visible crease where wall and surface meet
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.55 (high) - Shot compositionSlightly elevated oblique top-down view centered on the board and props, image cropped so bottom edge cuts the lower corner of the board
Colors
warm honey brown· board main#BC6C23medium brown· board darker band#9C521C- Overall shapeRectangular board with rounded outer corners and a short integrated handle projecting from the left side
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
24 total24 reviews · out of 5
Cutting board
I needed a new cutting board and this one is perfect
Love this natural wood board
Nice small size for minor kitchen tasks, or to serve a fresh loaf of bread with dinner.
Belle qualité
Belle qualité
Un magnifique bois
Le parfait substitut aux planches plastiques!
A housewarming gift for our friends
Our friends were delighted with this quality and useful cutting board.
Not durable
It is advertised as a cutting g board and when it arrived the tag say a serving board. I have used it as a cutting board and it is not durable the cutting process has left deep cuts in the board
Assez satisfaisant
Quelques marques sur le bois
Planche en bois
Très beau
Cadeau parfait
Mon amie va l’adorer
Good products
Good products
Beautiful Acacia Wood
My only query is can I use it as a cutting board🤷🏼♀️
Good quality, nice size
Nice wood, good everyday size, useful handle.
RIEN À AJOUTER
RIEN À AJOUTER
Cutting Board
Lovely cutting board.
Belle planche
Jolie planche. Utilisée comme accessoir déco.
belle apparence en général
Devrait être mentionné qu'il faut préparé la planche avec une huile avant de l'utiliser.
Parfaite
De grandeur idéale et pratique.
La planche à découper
Très chic dans une cuisine!!
Bravo, beau produit tout a
Bravo, beau produit tout a mon goût et mes attentes
Cutting board.
Nice wood, small size. Ideal for smaller kitchen surfaces.
j'aime
beau bois
Very nice
Very nice
Très satisfait comme d'habitude
un élément complétant mon service en bois
Belle qualité
Demande un minimum d’entretien, très pratique