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Premium kiln-dried hardwoods – Walnut, Maple, Cherry, Padauk, Purpleheart, Sapele, Yellowheart, Wenge, and more, each hand-selected for quality and performance.
S4S (surfaced four sides) – All of our cutting board kits are made up of pre-surfaced and ready to glue hardwood strips, saving you hours of prep time in the shop.
Standard dimensions – Available in 24" lengths and a combination of our favourite designs, ensuring consistent outcomes in the woodworking process.
Perfect for DIY cutting boards – Easily pick your favourite design and to create custom edge-grain or face-grain cutting boards with a professional layout.
High consistency and grain quality – Selected by expert woodworkers for color, grain, and structure that perform and impress.
Fast and secure shipping to Canada and the U.S. – Ships quickly from Hamilton, Ontario with tracking and careful packaging.
Best seller options available – Choose customer favorites like Wenge, Black Walnut, and Cherry with confidence backed by hundreds of 5-star reviews.
Cutting board kits from The Knotty Lumber Co. offer unmatched convenience, consistency, and quality for all types of woodworking projects. Whether you're a weekend DIYer, a small shop owner, or a seasoned craftsman, these pre-surfaced, kiln-dried hardwood strips remove the hassle of planing and jointing—so you can get straight to building. Each strip is chosen for workability, beauty, and durability. The variety of available designs allows you to craft pieces that are both functional and artistic. And with our fast shipping across North America, you can start your next project in days, not weeks. It’s the ultimate way to save time, reduce waste, and enjoy better results.
Whether you're just starting out or crafting your hundredth project, our pre-surfaced cutting board kits are ideal for hassle-free builds. The materials are reliable, stable, and hand-picked to help you achieve professional results. Even small-scale hobbyists can enjoy smooth, satisfying results with minimal equipment.
No need for a jointer or planer—these kiln-dried, S4S boards are ready to go straight into your next glue-up. Perfect for home workshops, small businesses, or gift-making sessions. Cut, glue, and finish with confidence.
Our cutting board kits are a favorite for holiday gift-making, weddings, and special events. Combine species to create personalized heirloom-quality pieces with minimal effort. Add a touch of branding or woodburned initials for unforgettable custom creations.
We offer a wide selection of cutting board kits to fit your style and project goals. Choose from our own best selling designs, single-species bundles like Black Walnut, Maple, Cherry, or Padauk for a clean, uniform design—or go bold by mixing multiple designs together for contrast and visual interest. Each strip is milled to tight tolerances and clearly labeled to streamline your workflow. Whether you're going for a rustic farmhouse look or a modern edge-grain design, our selection ensures you’ll find the perfect combination to bring your vision to life. New designs are added regularly based on availability, design launches, and customer demand.
Purchase kits by species such as Walnut, Maple, Cherry, and Padauk to create a uniform look with a specific tone and grain. Ideal for traditional board aesthetics or minimalist design.
Looking to add contrast and flair? Select multiple boards to design eye-catching boards that stand out at home or at market. Each kit is labeled by species to keep your designs organized and repeatable.
Our hardwood strips are incredibly versatile—perfect not just for cutting boards, but also for coasters, serving trays, magnetic knife holders, segmented turnings, and custom handles. They’re ideal for batching out small goods for craft fairs, Etsy shops, or wholesale. Each kits is ready to glue right out of the box, with light sanding only potentially required to glue. This will reduce your prep time and increase your productivity. Many of our customers use them in combination with CNC routers, laser engravers, or hand tools to create high-margin, professional-grade products. With these strips, your only limit is your creativity. And with these cutting board kits, creativity is optional!
These kits are ideal for coasters, knife and tool handles, serving trays, bottle openers, segmented turning blocks, and decorative inlays. Whether for kitchen use, woodworking art, or DIY gifts, these strips provide unmatched versatility and beauty.
Our kits offer more than just raw material—they give you a head start toward stunning, long-lasting builds. Each species provides its own aesthetic and functional benefits, from the rich dark chocolate tones of Black Walnut to the bold reds of Padauk and the deep purple hues of Purpleheart. The dimensional accuracy of our S4S strips means glue-ups are quicker, sanding is reduced, and your boards lay flat. Plus, they’re compatible with food-safe finishes like mineral oil, butcher block oil, or beeswax finishes. These kits are ideal for creating high-value products whether you're gifting, selling, or showcasing your craftsmanship. With our quality control and customer-first service, you can trust each piece to meet your expectations.
Each kit is selected for attractive grain and colour, with hardwood strength that ensures longevity in the kitchen or on display. The natural variation adds richness and depth that synthetic materials can’t replicate.
Functional cutting boards, rustic charcuterie trays, and modern art pieces—our cutting board kits are versatile and visually striking. Their durability means your creations will stand the test of time.
Don’t wait to start building something amazing—our cutting board kits make it easy to jump into your next project with confidence. Whether you're creating a one-of-a-kind gift or fulfilling bulk orders for a small business, our s4s hardwood saves you time and reduces waste. You get the look and feel of premium lumber without the guesswork or machinery hassle. Backed by fast shipping throughout Canada and the U.S., The Knotty Lumber Co. delivers quality and reliability right to your door. Explore our growing collection online and choose the species and quantity that fits your project. The only thing left is to build.
We’re not just lumber suppliers—we’re woodworkers too. At The Knotty Lumber Co., we believe in empowering makers at every level with project-ready materials and outstanding support. Every strip is selected by hand, every shipment is double-checked, and every customer gets the same high level of care. With thousands of successful shipments across North America and hundreds of 5-star reviews, we’ve built a community of loyal customers who trust us to deliver hardwood that inspires. Our satisfaction guarantee and responsive team mean you’ll never feel stuck or alone. From beginner to professional, we’re here to help you turn quality wood into meaningful work.