This increases the durability and longevity of the piece and also makes it absolutely stunning when done well. The unique part about this cutting board is that the grain of the wood is running vertically, up and down, instead of the traditional horizontal, left to right. By the time this is over you'll have a killer cutting board showcasing the beautiful natural end grain of wood so nice you'll be proud to show mom. Hello and welcome to the best guide to making a SUPER SWEET end grain cutting board.