Two days out of the month, the cutting board needs to be treated with oils and creams before I can take my blade to it. It is a great board and has good weight to it. It is heavy, but not too heavy, pretty easy to carry and store.  I used it on top of my stove, and it provided a great sturdy and level cutting surface. I am a utilitarian person in the kitchen and having to pamper this board seems tedious and unnecessary in my kitchen. It looks gorgeous and all, but I need to use it not display it.