Preferred material for food preparation by chefs and commercial kitchens for over 40 years.;National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) Listed, Sage surfaces will not harbor bacteria and are easiliy cleaned with soap and water or can be cleaned in a dishwasher. Easy to maintain, no need to bleach.;Knife-friendly; will resist deep cuts, yet will not damage knives; heat resistent up to 350 degrees.;Natural wood fiber based cutting surface is FSC Certified; made in USA from trees harvested under the guidelines of the Forest Stewardship Council.;Material develops a richer color and patina over time, and color can be enhanced with an application of mineral oil. Engineered leaf logo cut-out for handling or hanging.