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Charcuterie cutting board featuring cheese, olives, and crackers, styled for entertaining or wood decor display.

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Live edge charcuterie cutting board styled with crackers, nuts and cheese, the best non toxic and healthiest cutting board.
Medium walnut cutting board with loaf of bread being sliced, a durable best wooden chopping board and healthiest cutting board.

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Our custom wood cutting boards, serving trays, and charcuterie boards are handcrafted for beauty, durability, and timeless design. Each piece adds warmth and purpose to your kitchen and home.

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About Us

Welcome to Refined Surroundings. I’m Jon Dowd, founder and craftsman based in St. Louis, MO. I create handcrafted, heirloom-quality cutting boards, trays, and wood decor using premium walnut, maple, and cherry. Every piece is built with care, made to last, and designed to bring warmth and function to your home.

Small walnut bar garnish board – handmade for bar or kitchen use
Handcrafted wood charcuterie board made from maple— a unique cutting board design for serving or display.

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Non-toxic wood cutting board made from walnut and maple by Refined Surroundings, showcasing a durable, knife-friendly hardwood surface ideal for safe everyday food prep.

Best Non-Toxic Cutting Board in 2026: Why “Non-Toxic” Cutting Boards Matter More

In 2026, the idea of a non-toxic cutting board is no longer a niche concern reserved for health enthusiasts or sustainability-focused households. It has become a mainstream expectation. As awarenes...

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Wooden serving tray with handles by Refined Surroundings, showcasing elegant grain, balanced size, and versatile decor use for hosting.

How to Choose the Right Wooden Serving Tray: Size, Handles, Shape & Decor Use Explained

A wooden serving tray is one of those objects that quietly earns its place in a home. It’s not just for carrying drinks or clearing plates. When chosen well, it becomes part of how a space feels, h...

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Cheese and nuts arranged on a hardwood board, showing what kind of cutting board is best for serving and everyday kitchen use.

What Is the Best Wood for a Cutting Board? A Material-by-Material Breakdown

When choosing a cutting board, most people focus on size, thickness, or visual design, but the type of wood matters far more than any of those features. The right wood directly affects food safet...

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