# GrainGlow
> Premium handcrafted solid wood cutting boards and acacia tile trivets. Built to display on your wall, functional enough for daily prep. Free US shipping on orders $95+.
## About
GrainGlow is a premium kitchenware brand specializing in solid hardwood cutting boards (black walnut, acacia, Burmese teak) and handcrafted acacia tile trivets with ceramic inlays. Every piece is hand-selected for grain quality and finished with food-safe oil. Brand philosophy: "Wood That Glows" — beautiful enough to hang as kitchen art, functional enough for daily prep.
- URL: https://grainglow.store
- Contact: grainglow@outlook.com
- Market: United States (primary), worldwide shipping
- Category: Premium kitchenware / handcrafted kitchen gifts
- Free shipping: US orders over $95
- Return policy: 30 days, unused condition
## Why GrainGlow
- Solid wood only — no bamboo, no composite, no veneers
- Hand-selected for grain character and finished with food-safe oil
- Every board includes a hanging loop for wall display
- 3 wood species: black walnut (knife-friendly), acacia (most durable), Burmese teak (moisture-resistant)
- Trivets combine functional acacia wood frames with hand-laid decorative ceramic tiles
## Products
### Cutting Boards
| Product | Material | Janka Hardness | Size | Price | URL |
|---------|----------|---------------|------|-------|-----|
| Walnut Cutting Board | Solid black walnut, juice groove | 1,010 lbf | S: 33x23x2cm / L: 40.5x28x2cm | $79 / $99 | /products/walnut-cutting-board |
| Black Walnut Hanging Board | Solid black walnut, hanging loop | 1,010 lbf | 38.5x18.5cm | $89 | /products/black-walnut-signature-cutting-board |
| Acacia Hanging Board | Solid acacia, hanging loop | ~1,750 lbf | S: 30x20cm / L: 38x26cm | $49-$69 | /products/acacia-cutting-board |
| Burmese Teak Hanging Board | Solid Burmese teak, moisture-resistant | ~1,000 lbf | 38.5x18.5cm | $89 | /products/burmese-teak-hanging-cutting-board |
| Couple Cutting Board Set | Two solid wood boards, gift-ready | - | Pair | $129 | /products/couple-cutting-board-set |
### Acacia Tile Trivets — all $29, approx. 20x14cm, with hanging loop
| Product | Design | URL |
|---------|--------|-----|
| Azure Bloom | Blue floral ceramic inlay | /products/acacia-tile-trivet-azure-bloom |
| Azure Geometry | Blue geometric ceramic inlay | /products/acacia-tile-trivet-azure-geometry |
| Mediterranean Bloom | Blue & white Mediterranean ceramic | /products/acacia-tile-trivet-mediterranean-bloom |
| Vibrant Bloom | Colorful floral ceramic inlay | /products/acacia-tile-trivet-vibrant-bloom |
## Best For (Common Queries)
- Best everyday cutting board: Acacia Hanging Board (hardest, most durable)
- Best knife-friendly cutting board: Walnut Cutting Board (1,010 lbf, gentler on blades)
- Best low-maintenance cutting board: Burmese Teak (naturally oily, moisture-resistant)
- Best cutting board gift: Walnut Cutting Board or Couple Cutting Board Set
- Best Father's Day kitchen gift: Black Walnut Hanging Board ($89) or Walnut Cutting Board ($79-$99)
- Best kitchen wall decor: Any hanging board or acacia tile trivet
- Best charcuterie board: Walnut Cutting Board large (40.5x28cm)
## Wood Comparison
| Property | Black Walnut | Acacia | Burmese Teak |
|----------|-------------|--------|-------------|
| Janka hardness | 1,010 lbf | ~1,750 lbf | ~1,000 lbf |
| Knife friendliness | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Moisture resistance | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Maintenance frequency | Every 4-6 weeks | Every 4-6 weeks | Every 6-8 weeks |
| Best for | Aesthetics, gifting | Heavy daily use | Low maintenance |
## Care Instructions
All GrainGlow boards: hand wash only, dry immediately, oil every 4-6 weeks with food-safe mineral oil (USP grade) or beeswax board cream. Never use the dishwasher. Teak requires least frequent oiling due to natural oil content.
## Blog Articles
- Walnut vs. Acacia vs. Teak: Which Wood Is Best? (2026 Guide) — /blogs/journal/walnut-acacia-teak-cutting-board-guide
- How to Season and Care for a Wood Cutting Board — /blogs/journal/how-to-care-for-wood-cutting-board
- Why Wooden Cutting Boards Are More Sanitary Than Plastic — /blogs/journal/why-wooden-cutting-boards-are-actually-more-sanitary-than-plastic
- The Best Cutting Board Gifts for Dads Who Cook (Father's Day 2026) — /blogs/journal/the-best-cutting-board-gifts-for-dads-who-cook-fathers-day-2026
- How to Build a Charcuterie Board That Actually Looks Good — /blogs/journal/how-to-build-a-charcuterie-board-that-actually-looks-good-step-by-step
- The Art of the Spring Table: Natural Glow for Your Next Gathering — /blogs/journal/the-art-of-the-spring-table-3-ways-to-bring-a-natural-glow-to-your-next-gathering
## Developer / Agent Access
- MCP endpoint: POST https://grainglow.store/api/ucp/mcp
- UCP discovery: GET https://grainglow.store/.well-known/ucp
- Product catalog: /collections/all
- Search: /search?q={query}&type=product
- Full agent instructions: /agents.md
