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Macro wood grain of African Mahogany

African Mahogany

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A non-toxic hardwood similar to traditional mahogany. Best suited for decorative items, serving cold foods, and brief contact with warm foods. Not recommended for hot cooking.

Macro wood grain of Ambrosia Maple

Ambrosia Maple

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A non-toxic hardwood with distinctive figure. Performs beautifully for hot food contact, stirring, cooking, and serving, with minimal flavor transfer.

Macro wood grain of Apple wood

Apple

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A non-toxic fruitwood with fine grain. Offers a dense and stable surface that performs exceptionally well with direct hot food contact and serving.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Ash

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A non-toxic, strong hardwood. Highly suitable for functional use, including direct hot food contact, stirring, and serving warm or cold foods.

Macro wood grain of Bald Cypress

Bald Cypress

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It is best suited for decorative items and light-use pieces. For food use, it is appropriate for serving cold or room-temperature foods and brief warm contact, but not for hot cooking applications.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Birch

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It performs well in both decorative and functional applications, including hot food contact and serving warm or cold foods.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Birdseye Maple

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It offers the same performance as maple for hot food contact and cooking, as well as serving warm or cold foods, while also being highly valued for decorative work.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Black Cherry

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It is suitable for decorative and functional use, including hot food contact, and serving warm or cold foods.

Macro wood grain of Bucote

Bocote

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It is most often used for decorative applications. For food-related use, it is best limited to serving cold or room-temperature foods and brief warm contact, rather than hot cooking use.

Macro wood grain of Camphor Laurel

Camphor Laurel

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It is best suited for decorative pieces and occasional serving use. It may impart a noticeable aroma or flavor, especially with warm or hot foods, so it is recommended for cold foods or brief warm serving only.

Macro wood grain of Cherry

Cherry

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It performs well in both decorative and functional items, including hot food contact and serving warm or cold foods, and develops a rich patina over time.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Chinese Elm

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It is suitable for decorative and functional use, including serving warm or cold foods and moderate hot food contact.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Ebony

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It is primarily used for decorative elements and accents. It is not typically used for food-contact applications.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Ebiara

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It is used primarily for decorative work and specialty pieces, rather than food-contact applications.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Hackberry

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It can be used for decorative and light functional items, including serving warm or cold foods. It is not typically used for frequent hot cooking contact.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Flaming Box Elder

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It is suitable for decorative and light functional use, including serving cold or warm foods. It is not typically used for repeated hot cooking contact.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Hickory

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It is well suited for durable functional items, including hot food contact (stirring and cooking) and serving warm or cold foods, as well as rustic decorative work.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Mahogany

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It is best suited for decorative applications and furniture, with food use limited to serving cold or room temperature foods and brief warm contact.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Mango

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It is suitable for decorative and moderate functional use, including serving warm or cold foods and brief hot contact, but not typically used for repeated cooking applications.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Maple

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It is ideal for functional kitchen items, including repeated hot food contact (stirring and cooking) and serving warm or cold foods, while also suitable for decorative work.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Osage Orange

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It is suitable for decorative and functional use, including hot food contact and serving warm or cold foods, though often selected for its color and durability.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Pin Oak

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It is best suited for decorative applications, with food use limited to serving cold or room-temperature foods and brief warm contact, rather than hot cooking.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Plum

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It performs well in both decorative and functional items, including hot food contact and serving warm or cold foods.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Poplar

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It is best suited for decorative and light-use items, with food use limited to serving cold or room temperature foods.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Purpleheart

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It is primarily used for decorative applications and accents, and not typically for food-contact items.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Red Alder

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It is suitable for decorative and light functional use, including serving warm or cold foods and light hot contact, though softer than maple.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Sapele

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It is best suited for decorative and accent applications, with food use limited to serving cold or room temperature foods and brief warm contact.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Sassafras

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It is suitable for decorative and light functional use, including serving cold or warm foods. It may impart a mild aroma, especially with warm foods.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Staghorn Sumac

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It is suitable for decorative and light-use items, including serving cold or room-temperature foods. 5

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Sycamore

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It performs well in both decorative and functional applications, offering serving warm or cold foods and moderate hot contact.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Texas Live Oak

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It is primarily used for decorative elements and accents. It is not typically used for food-contact applications.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Texas Juniper (Mountain Cedar)

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It may impart a subtle organic aroma or flavor, especially with warm or hot foods. It is best suited for decorative pieces and serving applications, including cold foods and brief warm contact, but not prolonged hot cooking use.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Texas Mesquite

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It is suitable for decorative and moderate functional use, including serving warm or cold foods and brief hot contact, though it may impart a subtle earthy character.

Macro wood grain of Birch

Texas Pecan

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It performs well in both functional and decorative applications, including hot food contact and serving warm or cold foods.

Macro wood grain of Walnut

Walnut

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It is suitable for decorative and functional use, including serving warm or cold foods and moderate hot contact.

Macro wood grain of Ash

Wenge

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It is most often used for decorative applications and accents, and not typically for food-contact use.

Macro wood grain of Birch

White Wenge

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White Wenge is a light-toned wood used for decorative applications. It is not typically selected for food-contact use.

Maintenance

Care and Use

Wood is a natural material. To renew and maintain your piece over time, follow these simple steps to preserve its performance and appearance.

STEP 01

Apply Conditioner

Apply a small amount of food-safe wood conditioner or mineral oil to a clean, dry surface.

STEP 02

Let Absorb

Allow the product to naturally penetrate the wood grain to replenish internal moisture.

STEP 03

Wipe Excess

Gently wipe off any remaining product using a clean cloth to restore the tactile finish.

STEP 04

Reapply As Needed

Regular maintenance prevents drying or cracking, preserving both performance and appearance.

TRANSPARENCY

Food-Safe Finishes

All items are finished using products designated as safe for food contact by their respective manufacturers. Once fully cured, these finishes are considered non-toxic. We believe in being entirely transparent about what goes onto the wood, so you can feel confident about what comes into your home.

Tried & True Original Wood Finish

Odie's Oil

Zinsser Bulls Eye Shellac

Howard Feed-N-Wax

Important Disclaimer

While many of the wood species we use are widely regarded as suitable for food-contact applications, none of our products are certified as "food safe" by any regulatory agency. All items are intended for responsible use based on general woodworking practices. Individual sensitivities or allergic reactions may occur. By purchasing and using our products, customers acknowledge and accept these considerations.

The Wood Database

Independent guide on wood allergies and toxicity.

USDA Forest Products Lab

Technical information and research on wood properties.