Knife Block

Regular price $300.00 NZD

Designed to live on your bench, our Knife Block is heavy, stable, and built for serious kitchen prep.

Our Knife Block is designed to keep your knives protected, organised, and always within reach on the bench. Featuring five knife slots, it comfortably fits any five of our knives while keeping edges safely stored and easy to access.

Beyond function, it is a beautiful wooden feature in the kitchen, adding warmth, texture, and natural character to your space. Carefully handcrafted by skilled local woodworkers, each block showcases unique grain and colour variation, making every piece one of a kind.

With regular oiling and proper care, this is a long term kitchen tool that will age beautifully and earn its place as a permanent part of your setup.

Built to be used daily. Built to last for years.

Use our mineral oil as a perfect way to keep the colour of the wood up.

Dimensions:

Depth:

137mm

Width:

152mm

Height:

300mm

Weight:

3.2kg

Wood Details

made from Tasmanian Blackwood grown in Summerhill, Tauranga, New Zealand, and locally crafted by skilled woodworkers.

Tasmanian Blackwood is a premium hardwood valued for its strength, stability, and knife friendly, medium density. It is durable enough for everyday kitchen use while remaining gentle on high quality blades.

Each piece of timber features natural grain variation and rich colour tones ranging from warm golden browns to deeper chocolate hues. Naturally stable and resistant to movement when properly cared for, Tasmanian Blackwood is chosen for both its long term performance and its timeless appearance.

Shipping

Free Shipping on orders over $299 to New Zealand.

$9 on orders under $299.

$5 on orders under $68.

$13 for up to 2kg to Australia. Over 2kg is $20.

Care Instructions

Hand wash only using warm water and dry immediately. Oil regularly with a food safe mineral oil to maintain the timber and help prevent drying, cracking, or movement. For full care tips, visit: Knife Care Guide →

Warranty

Our wood products are covered by a 2-Year workmanship warranty. This does not cover natural timber movement, cosmetic changes, or damage caused by improper care, moisture exposure, or misuse. Read Full Warranty

Crafted To Cook

Locally Grown

Our chopping boards and chopping slabs are made from Tasmanian Blackwood grown by Summerhill Timbers in Tauranga, New Zealand. The timber is carefully cultivated and milled locally, ensuring quality, traceability, and consistency from tree to finished wood product.

The Wood

Tasmanian Blackwood is a premium hardwood known for its strength, stability, and knife friendly, medium density. Its rich grain and natural colour variation make it ideal for high quality chopping boards and long lasting wood products used daily in the kitchen.

Hand Crafted

Each knife block and chopping slab is expertly hand crafted by local woodworkers at True Edge Design. Their skill and attention to detail transform premium Tasmanian Blackwood into stunning, functional kitchen pieces built to be used and admired.

Common Questions About Our Blocks & Slabs

What Timber Are The Boards/Blocks Made From?

Our chopping boards, slabs, and knife blocks are made from Tasmanian Blackwood grown in Summerhill, Tauranga, New Zealand. It is a premium hardwood chosen for its durability, stability, and knife friendly surface.

Are The Boards/Slabs Knife Friendly?

Yes. Tasmanian Blackwood has a medium density that is gentle on high quality kitchen knives while still being tough enough for daily use. This helps reduce edge wear compared to harder or synthetic surfaces.

How Do I Care For My Board Or Block?

Hand wash only using warm water and dry immediately. Oil regularly with a food safe mineral oil to maintain the timber and help prevent drying, cracking, or movement.

For full care instructions, please see our detailed care guide.

Are Wood Variations And Marks Normal?

Yes. Timber is a natural material and each piece will feature unique grain patterns, colour variation, and natural markings. These are part of the character of the wood and do not affect performance or durability.

Do You Offer A Warranty On Wood Products?

Yes. Our wood products are covered by a 2-Year workmanship warranty. This does not cover natural timber movement, cosmetic changes, or damage caused by improper care, moisture exposure, or misuse.

Can I Engrave My Own Logo?

Yes! If you have your own business logo that you would like to engrave just select the Chopping Board/Knife Block, then add "Premium Engraving" To your cart as well with the details. As these are wood products, the only engraving option available is premium engraving.

Can I Use The Board For Serving As Well?

Absolutely. The natural beauty of Tasmanian Blackwood makes these boards ideal for both food preparation and serving. Many customers use them for charcuterie, shared meals, and bench display.