One board, two purposes—carve with confidence, serve with pride.

The moment a roast emerges from the oven, everything accelerates. Juices flowing, guests waiting, the carving knife poised. This is no time for compromise. The Dualis is built for exactly this pressure—a board that performs flawlessly at the carving station, then transforms into an elegant serving piece for the table.

One side features a deep perimeter groove with integrated juice well, capturing every drop from your Sunday roast or Christmas turkey. A corner pour notch allows clean transfer to a gravy boat. Flip the board to reveal a pristine serving surface—rich, chocolate-brown walnut ready to present your carved meat at the table. Integrated handles make the journey from kitchen to dining room secure and graceful.

The Story

American black walnut has been treasured for centuries—by gunsmiths for rifle stocks, by luthiers for piano cases, by furniture makers for heirloom pieces meant to outlast generations. Its rich chocolate-brown heartwood, often streaked with purple and caramel undertones, carries a depth that lighter timbers simply cannot match. For a centrepiece board, walnut makes a statement before a single cut is made.

End-grain construction reveals walnut at its most dramatic. With wood fibres oriented vertically, knife edges slip between rather than across the grain, preserving sharpness while the surface naturally closes around each cut. The characteristic swirling grain patterns create surfaces that shift and play in changing light—no two boards ever quite alike.

Handcrafted in Wales

Each board is made by hand at our workshop in Ferndale, in the heart of the Rhondda Valley. The juice groove is precision-milled, the pour notch hand-finished to ensure clean flow. No two boards are identical—walnut's dramatic colour gradients, occasional sapwood contrast, and striking grain figures create surfaces of exceptional individuality.

Technical Details

Dimensions	40 × 30 × 5 cm
Weight	Approx. 3.0 kg
Timber	American Black Walnut
Construction	End Grain
Side A	Juice groove with 2cm well, corner pour notch
Side B	Flat serving surface
Features	Integrated handles, fully reversible
Series	Specialist Collection
Certification	FSC Certified
Finish	Food-safe mineral oil

About American Black Walnut

Walnut occupies a unique position among premium hardwoods—with a Janka hardness of 1,010 lbf, it offers excellent durability while remaining notably forgiving to knife edges. Its open grain structure absorbs impact beautifully, and the natural oils present in walnut heartwood provide inherent moisture resistance.

The rich chocolate-brown colour is remarkably stable, though it will lighten slightly with prolonged sun exposure—the opposite behaviour to cherry. Regular oiling helps preserve the deep, saturated tones that make walnut so distinctive. Many owners find that walnut develops the most beautiful patina of any timber, the surface gaining depth and lustre with years of use.

Reversible Design

The carving side features a precision-milled perimeter groove that channels juices toward an integrated 2cm deep well—generous enough to contain the run-off from even the largest roasts. The corner pour notch allows clean, controlled transfer to a waiting vessel. The serving side is left smooth and uninterrupted, providing an elegant presentation surface that showcases walnut's dramatic grain.

Food-Safe Finish

Finished exclusively with pure food-safe mineral oil. Free from BPA, phthalates, formaldehyde, and any harmful chemicals. Safe for direct food contact across all food types, including raw meat, poultry, and game.

A well-cared-for board becomes more beautiful with age. With walnut, proper care preserves the rich, saturated tones that make this timber so prized while protecting the surface for generations of use.

Daily Care

After each use, wipe clean with a damp cloth and mild soap if needed. Dry immediately with a clean towel—never leave standing in water or place in the dishwasher. Stand upright to air dry completely before storing.

After Carving

The juice groove requires attention after carving fatty or juicy meats. Clean thoroughly with warm soapy water, paying particular attention to the groove corners and pour notch. Rinse well and dry immediately. Any residual fat left in the groove can become rancid over time.

Monthly Maintenance

Apply food-safe mineral oil monthly, or whenever the wood appears dry or lighter in colour. Pour a small amount onto the surface and spread evenly with a clean cloth, working oil into the groove and handles. Allow 20 minutes for the oil to penetrate, then wipe away any excess. For intensive restoration, apply oil and leave overnight.

Walnut's Natural Character

Unlike cherry, which darkens dramatically, walnut tends to lighten slightly with prolonged UV exposure. To preserve the deepest chocolate tones, store your board away from direct sunlight when not in use. Regular oiling helps maintain colour saturation and prevents the wood from appearing washed out.

Walnut's open grain may show knife marks more readily than maple, but these marks become part of the board's character over time. The end-grain construction allows the fibres to close around cuts naturally, and regular oiling keeps the surface smooth and functional.

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Delivery

Each board is carefully wrapped in protective packaging and shipped from our Ferndale workshop. This item will dispatch within 3 weeks due to high demand, with full tracking provided on every order. UK and international delivery available.

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Returns & Our Promise

Returns Process

Contact us within 60 days of delivery. We'll send a prepaid return label | no cost to you. Once received and inspected, refunds are processed within 5–7 business days to your original payment method.

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