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Commercial-Grade Maple Cutting Board Engineered for Demanding Kitchen Prep
The John Boos RA-Board Series Rectangular Maple Cutting Board is crafted to handle the rigorous demands of commercial kitchens, butcher stations, and serious home chefs alike. Built from premium edge-grain hard maple and manufactured in the USA, this heavy-duty reversible butcher block provides exceptional durability, stability, and a spacious work surface for high-volume food preparation while helping protect knife edges through daily use.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Data
| Specification Metric | Commercial Field-Tested Data |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Brand | John Boos |
| Model / Series Line | RA-Board Series RA03 |
| Material Composition | Premium Edge-Grain Hard Maple Wood |
| Exact Physical Dimensions | 24" L × 18" W × 2.25" Thick |
| Board Weight | Approximately 24.8 lbs |
| Construction Style | Reversible Edge-Grain Butcher Block |
| Integrated Features | Built-In Finger Grips for Safe Lifting |
| Recommended Application | Meat Preparation, General Food Prep, Commercial Kitchen Workstations |
| Country of Manufacture | Made in the USA |
| Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
Core Operational Features
- Commercial-Grade Hardwood Construction: Built from premium American hard maple using durable edge-grain construction that delivers excellent resistance to wear, repeated chopping, and heavy daily kitchen use.
- Reversible Dual-Sided Design: Both surfaces can be used for food preparation, extending the working life of the board while providing flexibility for separating different prep tasks.
- Integrated Finger Grip Handles: Precision-machined side grips allow safe lifting, repositioning, and transport despite the board's substantial weight.
- Knife-Friendly Cutting Surface: The natural hardwood surface helps reduce unnecessary blade dulling while maintaining a stable platform for consistent cutting performance.
- Exceptional Work Surface Stability: At over two inches thick and nearly twenty five pounds, the board remains securely positioned during demanding chopping, carving, slicing, and butchering tasks.
Professional Applications
Designed for commercial kitchens, butcher shops, culinary schools, catering operations, and passionate home cooks, the RA03 provides a dependable workstation for:
- Meat trimming and portioning
- Vegetable preparation
- Poultry processing
- Large batch ingredient prep
- Bread slicing
- General everyday food preparation
Its generous working surface offers ample room for handling larger cuts of meat and multiple ingredients without overcrowding your prep station.
Why Professionals Choose the John Boos RA-Board Series
Professional kitchens require equipment that performs consistently under continuous use. The RA-Board Series combines the natural durability of American hard maple with thick edge-grain construction to create a cutting surface built for years of dependable service. Its reversible design effectively doubles the usable surface area, while the integrated finger grips make moving the substantial board safer and more convenient.
Whether used as a dedicated butcher block, prep station, or everyday cutting board, this model delivers the stability, craftsmanship, and longevity expected from one of America's most respected commercial kitchen manufacturers.
Care & Maintenance
To preserve the beauty and performance of your maple cutting board:
- Hand wash only using mild soap and warm water.
- Dry thoroughly after each cleaning.
- Never soak the board or place it in a dishwasher.
- Periodically condition the wood with a food-safe mineral oil or butcher block conditioner to help maintain moisture balance and reduce the likelihood of drying or cracking.
- Store in a clean, dry environment when not in use.
With proper maintenance, the John Boos RA-Board Series cutting board is designed to provide reliable performance through years of professional and home kitchen use.