Tiger Maple generally comes from the red maple, found in Eastern parts of the US, like Vermont. Tiger maple can also be known as curly or flamed maple. This kind of pattern in the wood is created as the tree grows and the wood fibers somehow become disfigured or distorted. Because this is not a common occurrence in most maple trees, the wood is more valuable and more sought after due to its decorative look and scarcity. This piece of Tiger maple has been hand selected for this extraordinary and stunning cutting board. With that said, now the pyrography has been added with the Tiger Swallowtail and "Vermont". What a perfect match for this piece of Tiger Maple. And if you are looking for that "Vermont Look", this board has it ALL. This board, with its built in handle can be used for everything from cheese, crackers, fruit, meat or even a Bread Board. Once the pyrography was added (all by hand) the board was hand sanded again and finished to a very smooth surface then sealed using a food grade mineral oil blend. When the oil has dried to the touch, it is hand rubbed with a single application of Wayne's Wood Originals own "Wood Vigor".