John Boos “Boos Block” AB05 Maple Butcher Block
24" W × 24" D × 34" H • 10" Thick End-Grain TopHeirloom craftsmanship meets professional-grade performance. The Boos Block AB05 is a 205-lb workhorse built from 10 inches of end-grain Northern Hard Rock Maple—ready to handle daily prep, carving, and plating duties for decades to come.
Why you’ll love it
- 10" thick end-grain top absorbs knife impact and self-heals for a lasting, chef-friendly surface.
- Premium Northern Hard Rock Maple—renowned for density, durability, and natural antibacterial properties.
- Factory-applied Boos Block Cream with Beeswax oil finish protects and nourishes the wood.
- Classic AB-style turned maple legs included for a timeless butcher-shop aesthetic.
- Natural Maple base standard, plus nine optional factory colors to match any décor.
- Made in Effingham, IL and crafted to NHLA hardwood standards.
At-a-glance specifications
| Model | AB05 |
|---|---|
| Top size (W × D) | 24" × 24" |
| Top thickness | 10" |
| Overall height | 34" |
| Wood species | Northern Hard Rock Maple |
| Construction | End grain with 3/8" chamfered edges |
| Standard finish | Boos Block Cream with Beeswax (oil) |
| Leg style | AB turned maple legs (installed) |
| Base color (std.) | Natural Maple (-N) |
| Weight | Approx. 205 lb |
| Dimensional tolerance | ± 0.5" |
Custom base colors (choose at checkout)
- Alabaster (-AL)
- Caviar Black (-BK)
- Barn Red (-BN)
- Basil (-BS)
- Slate Gray (-SG)
- Useful Gray Stain (-UG)
- Walnut Stain (-WT)
- Warm Cherry Stain (-CR)
Color swatches are representative; natural wood tone and stain depth will vary.
Optional accessory
- CAS03 – 2-1/2" commercial-grade locking casters (set of 4) for a mobile workstation.
Simple care
- Hand-wash only; dry thoroughly.
- Re-apply Boos Block Cream with Beeswax (or equivalent) to maintain moisture balance.
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- Return requests must be submitted within 30 days of delivery
- Items must be unused and in original packaging
- 35% restocking fee and return freight/crating fees apply
- Consumable products are not returnable
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