The Modern
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The Modern made from local beech impresses with its extraordinary design and clear lines. It fits in the modern kitchen, but also on the cozy dining table.
Two strong neodymium magnets are hidden in the shield, so that your knife sticks elegantly to it and is always within reach where you need it. Beveled sides ensure an easy underhand grip and therefore comfortable lifting.
Like all Mühlenbretts, The Modern is finished with food-safe linseed oil, and hidden rubber feet ensure a firm and secure stand when cutting.
Shipping is via DHL.
We ship throughout Germany, the EU, and internationally. Further information can be found in our shipping information.
Delivery time 1-3 working days
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Innovative design meets real craftsmanship.
For everyone who doesn’t just cut in the kitchen – but works consciously.
Whether it's fresh bread, ripe vegetables, or fine herbs: With a mill board, you can cut safely, steadily, and precisely – without slipping, without compromise. Crafted from solid wood, sustainably sourced, and finished with attention to detail, it's a kitchen aid that not only feels good, but also makes everyday life better – day after day. Simple in appearance, powerful in function – and built to last for years to come.
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Precise cutting
The mill board brings a new level of ease to your kitchen: The vertical stop serves as a stable guide – ideal for anyone who wants to slice bread, cheese, fruit, or vegetables effortlessly and evenly. Especially with round or soft foods, the stop provides control and security. Cutting is faster and more precise. Whether at breakfast, dinner, or while preparing food – you'll feel the difference with every cut.
Precise cutting
The mill board brings a new level of ease to your kitchen: The vertical stop serves as a stable guide – ideal for anyone who wants to slice bread, cheese, fruit, or vegetables effortlessly and evenly. Especially with round or soft foods, the stop provides control and security. Cutting is faster and more precise. Whether at breakfast, dinner, or while preparing food – you'll feel the difference with every cut.
Compact & well thought out
At 34 × 23 cm, the mill board is compact enough for any kitchen – and well-thought-out down to the last detail. Two integrated magnets hold your knife securely to the board – elegantly stored and instantly accessible. Whether you cook daily or just occasionally prepare food, this board is a true everyday tool that combines function and form. It's also great for serving directly on the dining table.
And thanks to its size, it fits easily in a backpack or bag – ideal for on the go, for example when camping, in a van or for a cooking evening with friends.
Compact & well thought out
At 34 × 23 cm, the mill board is compact enough for any kitchen – and well-thought-out down to the last detail. Two integrated magnets hold your knife securely to the board – elegantly stored and instantly accessible. Whether you cook daily or just occasionally prepare food, this board is a true everyday tool that combines function and form. It's also great for serving directly on the dining table.
And thanks to its size, it fits easily in a backpack or bag – ideal for on the go, for example when camping, in a van or for a cooking evening with friends.
Honest & sustainable
Crafted from FSC-certified beechwood and finished with food-safe hard wax oil, the mill board stands for uncompromising quality. Produced in family-run businesses, with short delivery routes and meticulous attention to detail. Plastic-free packaging, the use of sustainable raw materials, and local production make it an ecologically sound alternative. With the 30-day satisfaction guarantee, you can experience the material, function, and feel for yourself – completely risk-free.
Honest & sustainable
Crafted from FSC-certified beechwood and finished with food-safe hard wax oil, the mill board stands for uncompromising quality. Produced in family-run businesses, with short delivery routes and meticulous attention to detail. Plastic-free packaging, the use of sustainable raw materials, and local production make it an ecologically sound alternative. With the 30-day satisfaction guarantee, you can experience the material, function, and feel for yourself – completely risk-free.
Our products
THREE BOARDS. THREE CHARACTERS.
Each model represents a sense of attitude: clear in design, consistent in function – made for everyone who wants to cut more consciously.
Clear lines, Scandinavian
Bamboo: parquet look; Tiger bamboo: strikingly hardening & sustainable
Dark, elegant walnut wood – premium look
Hidden neodymium magnets – knives always at hand
Of course also equipped with safe magnets
Same magnet function for elegant handling
Sloped sides for comfortable lifting
All editions have slanted sides & rubber feet for stability
As with the modern – comfortable handling
Regional FSC beechwood, organic wax oil
Bamboo grows fast & is ecological, tiger bamboo is particularly hard & distinctive
Fine walnut – hard, durable, great feel & appearance
Handmade in Westphalia, 2-time UD Award winner
Family-made with love for detail and finish
Also handmade – robust & high quality
€59.99
Bamboo: €64.99 / Tiger Bamboo: €79.99
€84.99
30-day satisfaction guarantee, including shipping
Including Return & Shipping – Same-Day/Within EU
Same return & delivery package
FAQ
Is the Nine Men's Morris board also available for left-handed people?
Sure! The board is available for left- and right-handed people, so it is uncomplicated and easy for everyone (but the board can also be easily turned over).
Do you value sustainability?
The beech wood for your mill board is certified sustainably grown and comes mostly from within a 150km radius of our German supplier - this keeps transport routes short and the carbon footprint low. And our shipping boxes are also made from 100% recycled raw materials, even the adhesive tape is not made from plastic, but from recycled paper. So we are very proud that you get an all-round sustainable product with the mill board.
Where is the cutting board made?
Your mill board is 100% made in Westphalia, Germany. Due to the strong increase in demand, several family businesses now support us in production. However, we still handcraft each mill board ourselves in our own workshop.
Does the board not slip when you press the food onto it?
To ensure that the mill board stands securely and when pressing the material to be cut
To prevent it from slipping, it stands on four anti-slip rubber feet.
Does the right of return also apply to items with signs of wear?
Yes, the satisfaction guarantee also applies to
So you can enjoy your mill board in peace and
risk-free for up to 30 days. And of course,
Signs of wear. If you want to return it, these marks
No problem. There are no restrictions on the type or depth
the traces.
What happens to the groove when the cutting board gets wet?
If your mill board gets very wet, for example, because you're cutting a lot of vegetables with a lot of liquid, like tomatoes, the wood will swell slightly. This is its natural characteristic and completely normal. The blade may then sit a little tighter in the groove. However, after drying, this change will reverse, and the blade will return to its normal position. If you find your blade is too tight or too loose, simply contact us, and we'll help you quickly and easily.
Which wood is best for a cutting board?
For a cutting board, it's important that the material is resilient and durable, but not too hard, as otherwise the knives would dull too quickly. Glass, for example, is unsuitable for this. For this reason, we use hard, robust solid wood for the mill board. Another advantage is that it's easy to maintain and can even be sanded if necessary. There are small differences in our materials, which are described in the next question. However, we recommend choosing your mill board primarily based on your personal taste.
How do the different woods differ?
Generally, the mill boards are very similar in their properties, so you should choose yours based primarily on your personal taste. Walnut is somewhat lighter than the other woods and always has a very vibrant grain. Tiger bamboo is the heaviest and hardest board because the bamboo is highly compacted. Incidentally, bamboo is not actually wood, but a grass plant—this makes this raw material particularly sustainable, as it grows very quickly. Our beech wood, however, has the advantage of being locally sourced and requiring only short transport routes.
I actually don't have room in my kitchen for another cutting board.
Microwave, kettle, toaster... Space is often at a premium in the kitchen. That's certainly how it is in the inventor's kitchen. The mill board is deliberately designed to be compact, so it fits in any kitchen and on any dining table. Moreover, its special shape allows it to stand upright, allowing it to be quickly and easily stored anywhere to save space. This elegantly sits out of the way, yet is always within easy reach. Disassembled, it also fits in any drawer—but its advantage lies in the fact that it, along with the knife, is always within easy reach. If you're not sure whether it will fit in your home, you can test your mill board for up to 21 days without hesitation.
Wie lange dauert der Versand?
Wenn Du vormittags bestellst, wird Deine Bestellung meist
noch am gleichen Tag versandt. Der Postweg selbst dauert innerhalb Deutschlands
1 bis 2 Werktage.
The idea arises at the breakfast table
What began as an everyday moment became an inspiration: A home-baked loaf of bread that kept slipping while cutting—a classic, annoying problem. The idea of a board that guides the cutting process and fits functionally into everyday life was born. The requirement was clear: It should not only be practical, but also attractive enough to stay on the table.
From concept to handcraft
After initial sketches and numerous tests in the home workshop, the first prototype was handcrafted in the garage – from solid beechwood, with a vertical stop, and clearly reduced to the essentials. The goal was not perfection, but a sense of proportion, stability, and function. On this basis, the first fully developed model was created in collaboration with a local carpentry shop: precisely manufactured, cleanly finished, and durable in use. Every detail was considered, tested, and revised. No compromises in material, function, or feel – and no unnecessary gimmick.
The launch of the mill board
The final model of the mill board initially went online as a crowdfunding project – and was fully funded in less than 48 hours. The response was so overwhelming that the first limited-edition series sold out completely shortly thereafter. Customers particularly praised its practicality and high-quality design. A niche product became a statement piece for conscious kitchens.
The Special Edition is created
The "Special Edition" opens a new chapter: The mahogany insert in the cutting surface gives the board even more character—as a contrast to the light beech and as a clear design feature. Production remains limited and handcrafted, making each board unique.
A permanent place in modern kitchens
More than 2,000 reviews and countless photos demonstrate that the mill board has found its place – among families, design lovers, singles, and connoisseurs. It represents a position, not hype. And it remains: simple, functional, timeless.
