2025 was an incredible year for Baxter’s Boards—a year of stretching skills, taking on bigger challenges, and creating pieces that will live at the center of people’s homes, offices, and gathering places for years to come. One of the highlights of this year was building several large, custom tables. Each project pushed craftsmanship, design, and engineering to a new level. From massive single-slab dining tables with hand made legs, to elegant live-edge desks, to beautifully f

There is a meaningful difference between a handmade wooden cutting board and a mass-produced one. Handmade boards are crafted with intention, better materials, and superior construction—making them stronger, safer, and longer lasting. Here’s why. Higher Quality Wood Handmade makers choose premium hardwoods like walnut, maple, cherry, and exotic species with tight, closed grain structures. Big box store boards often use cheaper woods, glued scraps, or bamboo composites that fa

Quality wooden kitchenware—cutting boards, bowls, utensils, and serving pieces—can last for decades with proper care. Wood is a natural material that responds to moisture, temperature, and use, so treating it well preserves beauty, performance, and hygiene. Here is what you need to know. Cleaning Your Wooden Cutting Boards and Kitchenware Wash with warm water and mild dish soap Wipe clean rather than soaking Stand or dry upright with good airflow Never put wood in the dishwas

Choosing the right cutting board matters more than most people realize. The best board protects your knives, improves food prep, and adds beauty and function to your kitchen. With so many options available—plastic, bamboo, end grain, edge grain—it can be difficult to know what truly works best. Here is a clear guide to help you select the right cutting board for your home. Wood vs. Plastic vs. Bamboo Hardwood cutting boards  are the top choice for most home cooks and professi