John Boos
John Boos R2015 Platinum Commercial Series Maple Wood Edge Grain Reversible Cutting Board, 20 x 15 x 1.75 Inches
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View John Boos R2015 Platinum Commercial Series Maple Wood Edge Grain Reversible Cutting Board, 20 x 15 x 1.75 Inches on AmazonYou pay the same either way.Specifications
| Material | Edge-grain hard rock maple |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 x 15 x 1.75 in |
| Design | Reversible for even wear on both sides |
| Series | Platinum Commercial Series |
Pros & cons
Pros
- Edge-grain hard rock maple is gentle on your knife edges
- Reversible, so wear spreads evenly across both faces
- The thick, heavy build stays rock-steady on the counter while you work
Cons
- Heavy and thick, which makes it awkward to wash in a standard sink
- Its size makes it hard to store upright in a tight cabinet
Skip it if
Skip it if you need to wash your board in a standard sink or store it upright in a tight cabinet — the thick, heavy build makes both awkward.
How we assessed it
We synthesized this
John Boos makes the Platinum board from edge-grain hard rock maple, and edge grain is the detail that protects your knives: the wood fibers run lengthwise, so the surface gives slightly under the blade instead of blunting it. The board is reversible, which spreads wear across both faces so no single side wears out early, and at a thick 1.75 inches it's heavy enough to sit rock-steady on the counter — no sliding while you chop. It's a serious daily-prep board for a cook who does real volume in the kitchen.
That heft is also the trade-off. A thick, heavy board is awkward to wash in a standard sink and hard to stand upright in a tight cabinet, so plan a spot for it. Our read is synthesized from documented construction and reputation, not a hands-on test — see how we test.