Rare Boardsmith cutting board sale offers deep discounts for one day

The Boardsmith, a small maker of premium wooden cutting boards, is running an unusually rare one-day sale that sharply cuts prices on many of its most sought-after boards. For home cooks who have been waiting to invest in a high-quality wooden board, this is a limited-time chance to buy at a lower price.

The promotion features batches of discounted cutting boards, carving boards, and charcuterie boards, many of them lightly imperfect “seconds” that still perform like the brand’s regular boards. With stock rotating throughout the sale, shoppers willing to check back may find exactly the size and wood they want.

How this rare Boardsmith sale works

The sale runs for one day only, beginning at 9 a.m. ET on Friday, February 20. During the event, The Boardsmith’s sale page will display 50 discounted boards at a time. Once those 50 are purchased, a fresh group of 50 boards appears.

All featured boards are discounted by 20%, bringing down prices on some of the company’s most in-demand models. The selection includes a mix of cutting boards, carving boards, and charcuterie boards in different dimensions and wood types.

Many of the sale items are manufacturer’s seconds. In this case, that typically means the boards may show natural color variation or streaks in the wood. These cosmetic differences do not change how the board functions but make them ineligible for full-price sale, which is why they appear in this limited event.

If the specific board you want is not immediately visible, you can wait for the page to refresh with a new batch. However, stock is finite, and given the brand’s popularity, the discounts are expected to sell out quickly.

Highlighted Boardsmith models on sale

The event includes a range of The Boardsmith boards familiar to serious home cooks and longtime fans of the brand:

• Maple end-grain cutting board: A flagship board built from blocks of maple in an end-grain layout, ideal for everyday chopping and meal prep.
• Walnut cutting board: A rich, dark-wood board that also works beautifully as a charcuterie or serving board for cheese and snacks.
• Cherry cutting board: A mid-sized option in warm-toned cherry wood, suited for smaller kitchens or those wanting a single, versatile board.
• Maple and walnut stripe cutting board: A mixed-wood board that combines maple and walnut in an eye-catching striped pattern, suitable for both prep and serving.
• Maple Sidekick cutting board: A compact maple board sized for quick jobs like slicing fruit, prepping garnishes, or handling small cutting tasks.

Exact availability will change throughout the day, so particular models may appear and disappear as the sale cycles through inventory.

Why Boardsmith cutting boards stand out

Editors and equipment testers at Serious Eats have repeatedly highlighted The Boardsmith as a top choice for wooden cutting boards. Their preferred model, the maple end-grain cutting board, is constructed from sturdy hardwood blocks laid out in a bricklike pattern, with the grain facing up.

This end-grain construction is designed to be gentle on knife blades. In testing, the board helped keep knives sharper for longer, even when used heavily for chopping and slicing. The surface also resisted deep cuts and heavy scarring, helping the board stay smooth and attractive over time.

The boards are built to be working tools rather than just countertop showpieces. They are thick and substantial, offering a stable surface for everything from mincing herbs to breaking down larger cuts of meat.

Customization options for different kitchens

Another reason The Boardsmith has a strong following is the custom options available on many of its boards. Depending on the model, buyers can choose features that match their cooking style and kitchen layout, such as:

• Feet or no feet: Rubber feet help the board stay firmly in place and lift it slightly off the counter, while a flat-bottom board can be flipped and used on both sides.
• Juice trench: A carved groove around the edge of certain boards helps catch meat juices or fruit liquids, reducing spills on the countertop.
• Finger grooves: Cutouts along the sides make it easier to lift, rotate, and carry heavier boards.

These options are also available on The Boardsmith’s carving boards and charcuterie boards, which have been long-standing favorites among Serious Eats editors.

Tested and recommended by equipment experts

Serious Eats editor Rochelle Bilow has reviewed kitchen gear for years and has tested hundreds of products. Within the site’s extensive cutting board tests, The Boardsmith has been recommended as the best wooden cutting board since its first evaluation in 2019.

This testing background means the brand’s boards are not only visually appealing but have been used and assessed in real cooking situations, from everyday prep to more demanding tasks.

Why this sale matters for home cooks

High-quality wooden cutting boards are an investment: they can protect your knives, provide a stable surface for chopping, and last for years with proper care. The Boardsmith’s one-day sale brings that level of quality into easier reach, especially for cooks who have been waiting for a better price.

With 20% off and constantly rotating stock, the event offers a short window of opportunity to secure a durable, knife-friendly board suited to everything from weeknight dinners to special-occasion platters. If you have been considering an upgrade to your main cutting board or adding a dedicated board for carving or charcuterie, this limited sale is timed for action rather than waiting.