Board Room
The design is all important.
I examine each piece of wood to determine how best to shape it to achieve that compromise
of functionality and sympathy
with the grain stucture. I include curves and holes not only to provide handles but to highlight the natural grain geometry.
Rouding the hard edges simply enhances the wood grain and make the boards much more tactile. It is fascinating just watching
people approach our stalls and how keen they are to feel the wood. The silky smooth finish is quite irresistable.
The double handed planks are used on the table in an elevated position with cans or blocks to provide a 3 dimensional space
on the table to serve meats, cheeses or side dishes. The other boards can be used as food platters or cutting boards.
The boards range in size from the small lemon-slicing boards and upto 20x80cm for the planks. Typical wood thickness
is about
20mm. Available wood types are Beech, Oak, Cherry, Sycamore and Walnut. Other wood types can be specified but pricing will
depend upon availablity.
Aftercare
All the planks, boards,
platters are made with local seasoned hardwood and simply finished in a coat of mineral, vegetable or olive oil.
They will
last a lifetime if properly looked after. To keep your hard wood products looking their best please follow
this advice:-
- Hand wash only, not suitable for dishwashers
-
Occasionally coat with your oil of choice ( mineral, olive or vegetable)
- Do not leave soaking in water or exposed to heat or
sunshine
Here are a selection board designs including an extensive set of display, platter and cutting boards for the recently opened Spicer+Cole coffee shop in Bristol.
