When sourced properly and maintained, teak wood is a food-safe material for specific kitchenware. With its high natural oil content, teak wood provides antimicrobial properties and inhibits bacterial growth. This makes teak wood a hygienic choice over plastic. It is scientifically proven to be food-safe and, traditionally used since ages, teak wood is one of…

Tamarind wood is naturally white with a yellow tint. It is beautiful, tough, and usually known for its marble-like grains, which are visible when you look carefully. Spalted tamarind wood, on the other hand, is captivating, with unique patterns and rich tones derived from the tamarind tree. The wood combines the natural beauty of controlled…

A teak wood chopping board will last decades. But it’s not about durability alone.Teak wood chopping boards are an investment and just like any other investment, you need to take care of your cutting board too. Regular maintenance, oiling and addressing issues related to the board’s wear and tear should be taken care of promptly.…

Woods have their own benefits. While some woods are great for furniture, there are others which are great for arts and crafts. Some woods are important for their medicinal benefits too. While crafting a chopping board, you need to consider a lot of features like the hardness of the wood, the construction of the cutting…

India is rich in its flora and fauna. Some of the best trees in the world are found in India and some are even native to India itself. This article focuses on the most exotic woods of India and their specific uses. Not all wood are equal. While some woods are best for furniture and…

Teak wood is considered a valuable and versatile hardwood, prized for its durability and natural oil and water resistance apart from its beautiful grain patterns. Teak wood is considered a versatile wood which is used both in indoor and outdoor applications where strength and longevity and appearance matter. Apart from furniture, Teak wood has some…

Wood is the most used material for chopping boards. Even with so many other materials entering the market which are affordable and marketed to be durable, wood holds the largest market in the chopping board industry. Wooden boards are cheaper when locally acquired and vary from region, country, and often even between states or cities.…

The new trend in wooden chopping boards are the hinoki chopping boards, imported from Japan. The Japanese cypress valued for its straight fine grains and light color, the hinoki boards are light and prized in Japanese cooking for tradition and practicality. The subtle citrusy aroma is unique to the Japanese cypress wood. Hinoki wood is…