John Boos PCA1 Pro Chef Cutting Boards & Butcher Blocks
John Boos PCA1 Pro Chef Cutting Boards & Butcher Blocks is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
John Boos Pro Chef® Butcher Block
18" W × 18" D Work Surface • 10" End-Grain Maple Top • 34" Counter HeightCrafted in Effingham, IL, the Pro Chef® brings John Boos’ legendary butcher-block DNA to a compact, restaurant-worthy workstation that fits effortlessly into today’s kitchens. Its imposing 10-inch end-grain maple top absorbs knife impact, resists warping, and showcases the timeless checkerboard grain that chefs have trusted since 1887.
Why you’ll love it
- Premium Northern Hard Rock Maple – sustainably harvested and kiln-dried for maximum hardness (Janka 1,450).
- True 10" thick end-grain surface – gentle on knives, ultra-durable against daily prep.
- Factory-sealed with Boos Block Cream & Beeswax – a food-safe oil finish that penetrates deep and protects from day one.
- Integrated knife holder – keeps your chef’s knives within arm’s reach yet off the work surface.
- L-4 “pencil” legs – tapered, knock-down (KD) legs provide rock-solid stability and straightforward assembly.
- Optional color bases – nine designer hues, from Alabaster and Slate Gray to Walnut Stain, let you match any décor.
- Commercial upgrade available – add CAS03 2 ½" locking casters for 360° mobility.
- Hand-made in the USA and backed by John Boos’ 135-year woodworking heritage.
Specifications
Model | PCA1 (marketed as Pro Chef®) |
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Work Surface | 18" W × 18" D |
Overall Height | 34" |
Top Thickness | 10" |
Construction | End-grain Northern Hard Rock Maple, chamfered edges |
Finish | Boos Block Cream with Beeswax (food-grade oil/wax blend) |
Leg Style | L-4 Maple Pencil Legs, Knock-Down |
Knife Holder | Flush-mount, 16" wide, centered |
Weight | Approx. 115 lb |
Optional Accessory | CAS03 2 ½" commercial-grade locking casters |
Available base colors
Select “Base Color” above the Add-to-Cart button. Natural Maple ships as the default if no color is chosen.
- Alabaster (-AL)
- Caviar Black (-BK)
- Barn Red (-BN)
- Basil (-BS)
- Natural Maple (-N)
- Slate Gray (-SG)
- Useful Gray Stain (-UG)
- Walnut Stain (-WT)
- Warm Cherry Stain (-CR)
Care & maintenance
- Hand-wash, wipe dry—never submerge or place in dishwasher.
- Re-oil weekly with Boos Block Mystery Oil during the first month, then monthly thereafter.
- Use Boos Block Board Cream to lock in moisture and replenish the protective wax layer.
- Sanitize with a mild bleach solution or white vinegar as needed.
Need help choosing a size or color? Chat with us or email sales@johnboos.com.