Description
The Mother of All Butchers Blocks
Introducing one of the most powerful, sculptural and luxurious boards ever created inside the Crystal Woods workshop, a true Rose Wood Butchers Block, hand-crafted from a single, immense slab of African Pau Rosa. This extraordinary piece is not only a chopping board, it is a centrepiece of craftsmanship, beauty and permanence. With its deep reddish grain, natural flowing curves and mirror-like finish, it stands as one of the most impressive premium boards available in the UK today.
Measuring 20 inches long, 12 inches wide and a full 3.5 inches thick, weighing 11kg this Rose Wood Butchers Block is built to last multiple lifetimes. Pau Rosa, sometimes called African Rose Wood is renowned for its tight grain structure, incredible hardness and natural antibacterial qualities. These attributes make it one of the most hygienic and durable species on earth for food preparation, resisting moisture absorption, deep scoring and staining far better than most conventional hardwoods.
A Story Written in Wood
What makes this board truly special is the story hidden underneath. The original slab carried a dramatic natural crevice running the entire underside of the piece. Instead of cutting it away or discarding the board, the crevice inspired a bolder solution: the entire base was routed clean and a long, perfectly matched insert of African Panga Panga was hand-fitted and bonded into place. The result is a flawless structural reinforcement that transforms a natural flaw into a signature design feature. The Panga Panga adds strength, contrast and an element of old-world joinery that honours the wood rather than overpowering it.
This block is completely solid, substantial in hand, and beautifully balanced. Every angle, curve and edge has been shaped with intention, enhancing the inherent grain flow while making the board practical for everyday use. The top is finished to a buttery smooth surface with multiple coats of food-safe oil that deepen the colour and create a warm, satin lustre. The underside remains visually striking thanks to the contrasting Panga Panga strip, giving the board a unique identity unlike anything you’ll find in mainstream kitchenware.
The Ultimate Christmas Gift – Rose Wood Butchers Block
If you’re searching for a Christmas gift that is both luxurious and genuinely useful, this Rose Wood Butchers Block is as good as it gets. It’s the kind of present that becomes a family heirloom, a centrepiece on Christmas Day, Boxing Day buffets, Sunday roasts, and every celebration that follows for years to come. For food lovers, home chefs, BBQ enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship, this is the “wow” piece that cannot be forgotten or replaced.
With its rarity, craftsmanship and the sheer presence it carries, this Pau Rosa and Panga Panga board is a one-off creation. When it’s gone, there won’t be another exactly like it.
Handmade on Dartmoor. Designed to last generations. Built for those who appreciate the extraordinary.
