Sapele Wood Prep Board for Workstation Sinks
The Karran CB1711SW is a sapele wood cutting board sized to span the integrated ledge of compatible Karran workstation sinks, turning the space above the bowl into a dedicated prep zone. Sold separately as a standalone accessory, it fits the workstation ledge so prep work and cleanup share the same footprint.
Key Features
• Sapele wood construction brings a warm, open-grain surface to the workstation ledge.
• Ledge-spanning dimensions are sized to seat across the integrated ledge of compatible Karran workstation sink models.
• Over-the-bowl placement lets trimmings and rinse water fall directly into the sink below.
• Standalone accessory sold separately from the sink, so it can be added at purchase or later as the workflow grows.
Prep Over the Bowl, Not Around It
Workstation sinks earn their name from the ledge that runs inside the rim, and this board is built to use it. Slide the sapele board across that ledge and the bowl beneath becomes your catch basin: rinse water drains through, vegetable trimmings drop in, and the counter stays clear. That workflow suits anyone doing serious prep work in a kitchen where counter space competes with appliances and tools. For a cabinet shop break room, a rental property kitchen, or a residential build where the client chose a workstation model, the cutting board completes the functional setup the sink was designed for.
Sapele Wood on the Workstation Ledge
Sapele is an African hardwood known for its interlocking grain and ribbon-figure appearance. On a workstation ledge, those visual qualities translate to a board that reads as purposeful rather than utilitarian, a meaningful distinction in a kitchen where the sink is already a design statement. The open grain and warm reddish-brown tone coordinate with the natural wood cabinetry and countertop details common in the kitchens where Karran workstation sinks are specified. As with any wood cutting board, wipe it clean after use and treat the surface periodically to maintain the wood.
Right for Designers, Fabricators, and Serious Home Cooks
Kitchen designers specifying a Karran workstation sink for a client should pair the sink selection with the compatible accessories at the same time — the board, the colander, the drying rack — so the project delivers the full workstation experience rather than a sink waiting for parts. Fabricators and cabinet shops completing a kitchen installation can supply the accessories alongside the sink hardware. And homeowners who already have a compatible Karran workstation sink and want to put the ledge to work will find the CB1711SW a direct fit without any additional measuring or modification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Karran workstation sinks is this cutting board compatible with?
Compatibility is model-specific. Confirm that your Karran workstation sink model supports the CB1711SW before ordering. Karran publishes fit information per workstation model, and the ledge width and form vary across sink families.
Does this board ship with any hardware or accessories?
The CB1711SW is sold as a standalone cutting board. No additional hardware, grid, colander, or drying rack is included. Other workstation accessories are available separately.
Is this the same board included in Karran workstation sink kits?
Some Karran workstation sink packs include a cutting board as part of the bundled accessory set. This SKU is the board sold on its own, for buyers who want to add it independently or replace an existing board.
How should the sapele surface be maintained?
Wipe the board clean after each use and avoid prolonged soaking. Periodic treatment with a food-safe wood oil or conditioner will help preserve the surface over time.
The Workstation Sink, Fully Equipped
A workstation sink's ledge is only as useful as the accessories riding it. The sapele CB1711SW puts that ledge to work from day one, giving prep a dedicated surface and keeping the counter clear for everything else.
