Care
Your board, for the long run.
Warm water, a quick dry, and oil when it needs it.
Notes from a working shop
Grain, work & everyday care.
A little of what we learn at the bench, and what keeps a good piece of wood going.
Care
Your board, for the long run.
Warm water, a quick dry, and oil when it needs it.
Wood
What a board tells us.
Color is only the beginning. Here is how we choose the grain.
At home
Leave room for one more.
Finding the right size for an everyday gathering place.
Your board, for the long run.
Wash both sides with mild soap and warm water, then dry with a towel. Stand it on its edge until it is fully dry. Never soak it or use the dishwasher. When the surface looks pale and dry, rub in food-safe mineral oil, let it soak overnight, and wipe away the excess.
Wood moves with the seasons. A little change is normal. Store your board away from a hot stove and do not leave it standing in water.
What a board tells us.
We look along the board before we cut it. Grain that runs quietly from end to end belongs in a long tabletop. A lively section might make a beautiful lid for a box. White oak is open-grained and sturdy; walnut is calmer and darker; cherry gains depth with sunlight and time.
Leave room for one more.
Allow about 24 inches of edge per person and at least 36 inches of space behind a chair. A 72-inch table is a comfortable place for six. If your room is narrow, we can make the top 36 inches wide. Send us your room measurements and we will talk it through.
Let’s make room for your life.
Need a different length, or wondering what wood would suit your room? Tell us what you have in mind.
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