The philosophy of natural tableware is supported by the general passion for eco-style. Wooden dishes with food look more appetizing, and cutlery of this style reminds us of the history of our ancestors. The warm shade and natural roughness of unpainted wood do not require additional decor. The main beauty of eco-ware is that such products contain a tribute to tradition, supported by the modern desire for simplicity.

History of wooden utensils

In Rus', making utensils from wood has been commonplace for centuries. Human evolution has affected the methods of wood processing and the quality of tableware. Primitive bowls were replaced by turned utensils. Artistic painting elevated everyday objects to the rank of works of art. The origins of Petrikovo, Khokhloma dishes, and Mezen painting go back to the times of the formation of the Slavic tribes. Pursuit modern people making your life more environmentally friendly created the conditions for popularity wooden utensils.

Manufacturing technology

The dishes give new life felled trees. Wood blanks go through a number of operations before reaching consumers. The original shape is achieved on a woodworking lathe. After grinding and polishing, the product is coated with a layer of oil impregnation. The finished wooden utensils are coated with a protective varnish and sent to future consumers. Small cutlery is hand carved. Structure natural material in a duet with healthy food they create real holiday music on your table.

Advantages and disadvantages of wooden utensils

Environmental friendliness is an undeniable quality of natural carved tableware. The mere mention of naturalness makes the product more attractive to the consumer. Maintaining national traditions of wood processing is another important argument. But besides aesthetic factors, there are also functionality parameters. The advantages include:

• unique anti-inflammatory or antibacterial properties different breeds wood;
• the presence of special enzymes that give food a special taste and aroma when serving or storing food;
• zero thermal conductivity prevents bowls and plates from heating up, food temperature remains longer;
• They are light, strong, and falling on the floor will not lead to dire consequences.
• the harmlessness of the dishes will make it possible to use them for children from a very young age;
• kitchenware made of wood is combined with products made of porcelain, glass or metal.

The disadvantages of wooden utensils include:

• the porosity of the wood structure makes it difficult to thoroughly wash cutlery;
• change in wood color, darkening with active daily use;
• plates made of wood are more expensive than those made of porcelain.

Wooden dishes

Eco-friendliness, simplicity and the ability to be used as decoration make wooden tableware attractive. The wood does not heat up even at high temperatures, wooden buckets are safe for bath procedures. Valuable woods smell good after heating. It is very pleasant to water hot stones in a bathhouse from a wooden bucket using an original ladle, and then drink cold kvass from a beautiful wooden cup.

You can buy wooden utensils for eating in the hardware departments of supermarkets in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other Russian cities. Active Internet users can find out how much it costs, choose from a photo, order based on promotions, sales, discounts, and make a purchase in online stores. At the current level of service development, the task of delivering all goods will be to provide your address upon purchase. Many stores have their own freight services; they will deliver a set of dishes by courier companies or, cheaper, by mail.

Plate

Wooden plates are often used as decorative stands. The presented version of turning utensils from natural wood decorate the kitchen classic style:

• model name: Plate 14cm;
• price: 153 rub.;
• characteristics: made of solid linden, has a characteristic smell;
• pros: suitable for eating;
• cons: not noted.

Restaurants use original tableware for serving and to create a stylish, minimalist interior. Wooden plates for food in the national style offered by TM Taova will find their place on modern kitchen:

• Model name: Taowa;
• price: 352 rub.;
• characteristics: wooden plate, diameter – 150 mm, depth – 15 mm;
• pros: suitable for painting;
• cons: not noticed.

Ladle

Lightweight carved scoops support the authentic interior. The long handle of the presented model will not allow you to get burned hot water:

• Model name: Ladle for pouring;
• price: 600 rubles;
• characteristics: functional Altai cedar ladle with a long handle; bowl diameter 10 cm;
• pros: natural wood, strong handle made from a single piece of wood;
• cons: high cost.

Wooden ladles are used for pouring soups, compotes, and water. The proposed version of the ladle will be a wonderful gift for those who like to steam with a broom:

• model name: Bucket-bucket with horizontal handle;
• price: 279 rub.;
• characteristics: capacity 0.6 l, convenient handle for drawing water from a deep barrel and pouring it on hot stones;
• pros: the metal braid of the bucket adds strength;
• cons: not noted.

A bowl

Wooden bowls are versatile and easy to use. The proposed bowl model will decorate the table decoration:

• model name: Linden bowl;
• price: 170 rub.;
• characteristics: deep bowl with a diameter of 12 cm made of solid linden;
• pros: made from solid linden round timber;
• cons: simple design.

Bowls can be decorative, decorated with carvings or designs, and kitchen bowls, which can be used in Everyday life. The presented sample can be used every day:

• model name: GreenWay soup bowl;
• price: 296 rub.;
• characteristics: soup bowl made of a single piece of wood, coated with non-toxic food varnish, does not absorb moisture, suitable for serving liquid dishes;
• pros: original design with emphasized structure natural material;
• cons: not noticed.

Cup

Wooden glasses are rarely found in the kitchen. Such glasses do not heat up, which makes it possible to use glasses in a bathhouse without the risk of burns:

• Model name: Wooden glass for diabetics;
• price: 490 rub.;
• characteristics: tall glass made of Indian Vijaysar wood, healing wood helps regulate blood sugar levels;
• pros: natural material;
• cons: not noticed.

Hot drinks in a wooden mug cool down slowly, and cold drinks do not heat up. The presented glass does not break, it is pleasant to hold in your hands:

• model name: Faceted cedar glass;
• price: 320 rub.;
• characteristics: glass with a capacity of 250 ml;
• pros: not afraid of moisture;
• cons: not noted.

Cutlery

Wooden spoons are convenient in everyday life and are suitable as a gift. Wood lends itself well to processing; it can be used to turn not only practical, but also beautiful devices. Many people will like the proposed spoon option:

• model name: Teaspoon with Khokhloma painting;
• price: 149 rub.;
• characteristics: product length 14 cm, varnish coating according to the drawing;
• pros: beautiful decor semi-antique;
• cons: purely decorative item.

Cedar as a material is pleasant to the touch and retains its original smell in the product. Linden - solid and soft material, cheap and easy to process. We present a gift version of a spoon, unsuitable for everyday use:

• model name: Painted fisherman's spoon with long handle;
• price: 249 rub.;
• characteristics: spoon with artistic Khokhloma painting, length 41 cm;
• pros: Nice picture;
• cons: not noted.

How to choose wooden utensils

The offers of online stores are replete with loud promises of environmental friendliness and naturalness. You need to figure out how to choose from among the variety not only beautiful, but also useful thing. The dishes you are going to use should not only be pleasing to the eye, but also meet safety requirements. It is necessary to provide for the possibility heat treatment or disinfection that will not harm your dishes.

Criterias of choice:

• Country of origin - give preference to Russian craftsmen, for whom the production of wooden utensils is not only a business, but a tribute centuries-old traditions wood carvings. In addition, domestic products are environmentally friendly and quality tested.
• Fibers and impregnation - pay attention to the integrity of the varnish coating, which is only allowed for decorative products. Wooden utensils with a varnished finish are not suitable for eating.
• No deformation - wood does not tolerate moisture. Any deformation indicates improper storage or poor quality materials.
• Type of wood - experts advise looking for dishes made of alder, aspen, cedar or juniper.

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If you have a couple of free evenings, why not start making crafts for the kitchen and home? After all, with your own hands from improvised, natural and even waste materials you can create a bunch of useful or simply beautiful little things. In this material we presented 50 inspiring photos and 12 super ideas with step-by-step master classes for the production of decorative items, storage accessories, kitchen utensils and more.

Idea 1. Tablet stand made from a cutting board

Watching your favorite TV series on your tablet or peeking at a recipe book while cooking will become easier if you make a special stand for this from... an ordinary cutting board. Making this kitchen craft with your own hands will take no more than two hours, and it will be used every day.

To make a holder for a recipe book or tablet you will need:

• You can use an old cutting board or buy a new one (wood is best, but bamboo will work). Its size should not be much larger or smaller than the tablet.
• A small wooden plank, or better yet, a piece of molding (this is what will hold the tablet/book).

• Another block of wood or plywood from which you can cut a sharp triangle;
• Paint or stain in the desired color, for example, to match the countertop, facades or kitchen apron ;
• Paint brush or staining rag;
• Jigsaw or saw;
• Wood glue or any other strong adhesive.

Instructions:

1. Using a saw or jigsaw, shorten your strip or molding to the right size(the width of the board), sand the edges with sandpaper, then simply glue to the bottom of the board.

1. Cut a support for the stand from a piece of wood in the shape of an acute triangle with a right angle as in the photo below and glue it too.

The angle of inclination of the holder will depend on the inclination of the hypotenuse of the triangular bar

1. Paint the entire piece following the paint manufacturer's instructions and leave to dry.

1. If desired, the handle of the resulting stand can be decorated with jute rope or ribbon. This way, when the stand is not needed, you can hang it on a hook.

Also, the craft can be further decorated - for example, by artificially aging it as in this master class, by drawing inscriptions, by burning a design, or by covering it with slate paint. In the following selection of photos you can get ideas for decorating original cutting boards.

Idea 2. Jute coasters

If your kitchen (or, for example, a country or summer kitchen) is decorated in a rustic, Mediterranean, rustic or marine style, then you will probably like this kitchen craft idea. In just a couple of hours you can make coasters for plates for the whole family and guests with your own hands.

To make one substrate with a diameter of 33 cm you will need:

• 10 meters of jute rope 1 cm thick (sold in construction and hardware stores);
• Hot glue gun;
• Scissors.

Instructions:

Just start rolling the rope in a circle, applying glue to small sections one by one and fixing them for a while. Once the mat is formed, cut the end of the rope and glue it down.

Idea 3. Organizer for cutlery and kitchen utensils made from cans

Tin cans cost nothing, but they are durable, easy to clean, and their shape is just right for storing all kinds of spatulas, ladle, forks, spoons and other utensils. If you put in a little effort and creativity, you can make a convenient and cute organizer out of them, which, even if it doesn’t fit into the interior of a city kitchen, will definitely fit in at the dacha. You can also use an organizer made with your own hands from cans to store tools, brushes, felt-tip pens and other small items.

Stand for spoons and forks made from cans

To make such a stand for spoons and forks, you will need:

• 4 or 6 clean and dried cans, without lids or burrs;
• Acrylic paint for metal or enamel paint(it will protect the cans from rust);
• Several wood screws and a screwdriver;
• Thick nail and hammer;
• Furniture handle or leather strap with fittings;
• A small wooden plank.

Instructions:

1. Paint the jars inside and out and let them dry for one day.
2. If necessary, saw the wood to the desired size, sand it, clean it and finally paint it (not necessarily to match the cans).
3. Take a nail and a hammer and make a hole for the screw in all the cans.

Tip: To make this process easier and not damage the paint layer, place a small block on the table using a clamp, then wrap the block in felt and only then put a jar on the block (see the picture in the lower left corner in the next photo collage)

1. Place the cans against the board and align them the way they will be mounted later. Mark the location of the holes on the board with a pencil.
2. Make small holes in the board where the marks were marked, using a hammer and nail.

1. Screw a screw into the hole of the first can to attach it to the board. Repeat the procedure with all remaining jars.
2. Finally, install on the end wooden board furniture handle or leather strap using the same self-tapping screws. Ready!

Here are a few other deco ideas and modifications to the design of cutlery stands made from cans.

Idea 4. Topiary for kitchen or home decor

Topiary is a small decorative tree that is used to decorate a dining or coffee table, chest of drawers or mantelpiece. And topiary is an excellent addition to a gift, especially if you decorate its crown, say, with candies or flowers. Making such a craft with your own hands does not take much time, does not require the use of expensive materials, and even beginners can do it. Having mastered basic principle, you can create topiary for any occasion, any shapes and designs. Take a look at our selection of DIY home decor photo ideas, you're sure to find something you'll like!

Kitchen Decor Idea for Halloween

To make this craft you will need:

• Base made of polystyrene foam, plastic or floral foam in the shape of a ball or other desired shape;
• A trunk (a straight tree branch, a pencil or any other small stick);
• Decorative elements for creating a crown: coffee beans, artificial flowers, pine cones, colored beans, etc.;
• Decor to disguise the pot filler, for example, moss, pebbles or sisal fiber;
• Flower pot;
• Filler for a pot that will fix the trunk. For example, it will do cement mortar, still the same polystyrene foam or alabaster (the best option);
• Thermal glue in a gun;
• If necessary, you will need paint to decorate the trunk, base or pot. The trunk can also be decorated with ribbon or twine.

Basic instructions:

1. To begin with, it is advisable to paint the base in the color of the crown elements so that possible bald spots are not noticeable. You can also paint the trunk and pot and leave them to dry.
2. Cut a hole at the base of the crown, a couple of centimeters deep, for the trunk, fill it with glue and secure the trunk.
3. Take the base of the crown and start gluing the decorative parts one by one. The principle of action at this stage is simple: first, large parts are glued, then medium-sized and, finally, small elements fill in the bald spots. You need to glue the decor quickly, before the glue is absorbed into the base.
4. Dilute the mixture to fix the trunk in the pot according to the manufacturer's instructions and fill the pot with it, not reaching a couple of centimeters to the edge. Next, insert the barrel, hold it for a while and then leave it to dry for a day.
5. Disguise the filling of the pot with a decorative “cover” (you can fix it with a little glue).

Idea 5. Serving board-tray

But the idea of ​​​​an unusual serving board-tray, which, although not a cutting board (intended for displaying food only in dishes), can nevertheless be very functional. For example, it can be used to beautifully serve snacks, drinks (olives, pistachios, nuts, chips, etc.), sauces, honey, sour cream, jam. Thanks to the slate part, while the board is not being used for its intended purpose, it can simply be hung on the wall and used for writing.

To make this DIY kitchen craft you will need:

• Board wooden thick 5 cm;
• Stain of the desired color (for example, to match the countertop);
• Sponge, rag or brush;
• Chalkboard paint;
• Two furniture handles and wood screws for fastening them;
• Jigsaw or saw;
• Screwdriver or screwdriver;
• Ruler, pencil.

Instructions:

1. Cut your board to the desired size using a hand/power saw or jigsaw. In this master class, the board is 60 cm long, but you can make it shorter or longer.
2. Stain your board according to the manufacturer's instructions and let dry.

1. It's time to paint the inside. To do this, first glue along the edges of the board masking tape to limit the painting area. Next, apply slate paint (in in this case you use paint in a can) and let it dry.

1. Screw the handles to the edges of the board.

You can replace furniture handles with leather straps, paint the board in bright color, burn a design on it or attach it to back side two "legs".

Idea 6. Stand for mugs and glasses

If you're the type of person who collects wine corks (either for fun or in the hopes of one day making something useful out of them), then you'll love this craft idea.

To make one mug stand you will need:

• 8 corks (accordingly, to make a set of 4 stands you will need 32 corks);
• A roll of cork board, mat or coaster (for cutting out the base of the coasters);
• Hot glue;
• Leg-split.

Step 1: Lay out your corks in pairs in a square format as shown in the photo below. Using hot glue, apply a bead of glue between the two corks and press them together for 30 seconds. Repeat the procedure with all other pairs.

Step 2. Cut a square from sheet cork (board, rug) corresponding to the size of the future stand. Next, apply thermal glue on it, wait 15-20 seconds. and glue your blanks.

Step 3: Fill the gaps between the corks with glue and let it dry. For better adhesion of the glue to the corks, you can put some kind of press on the workpiece.

Step 4. Wrap the craft with twine and tie a knot.

Handmade coasters for mugs, glasses and glasses can be beautifully packaged and given to a friend

If desired, the stands can be made round, triangular or hexagonal by cutting off the excess with a knife.

Using the described principle, you can make such a hot stand with your own hands. By the way, an old CD will work as a basis in this case.

Idea 7. Wall panel

Another craft idea for the home and kitchen that you can make with your own hands from wine corks is a wall panel for decorating the interior and storing notes, memorable photos and postcards.

Framed cork panel from Ikea

To work, you will only need a beautiful frame (from a picture or a mirror), paint of the desired color, hot glue and a large pile of corks. Corks can be laid out in a herringbone pattern, in a checkerboard pattern, in even rows, and in other ways that you like. If necessary, for example, if there are not enough corks, they can be cut lengthwise or crosswise. To make the corks easier to cut, you need to soak them in water for 10 minutes. hot water.

Other interesting ideas manufacturing wall panels with your own hands.

Idea 8. Universal knife holder

A knife holder is a very useful kitchen gadget that helps keep your workspace tidy and keeps your knife blades sharp for longer.

Making a knife holder with your own hands is very easy - just pick up a small vase and fill it tightly with bamboo/wooden skewers, colored beans or... colored spaghetti, as in our master class.

To make a knife stand, prepare:

• A container or vase is the height of the blade of your largest knife. The shape of the container can be any, but without any bends;
• Spaghetti, lots and lots of spaghetti;
• Several large ziplock bags (or just large bags that can be tightly tied in a knot);
• Alcohol (for example, vodka);
• Liquid food coloring in the desired color (or several colors if you want to make a multi-color filling);
• Baking trays;
• Aluminum foil or old oilcloth tablecloth;
• Paper towels;
• Kitchen scissors.

Instructions:

1. Make sure your container is clean and dry, then fill it tightly with spaghetti. When the container is full, remove the spaghetti and add a couple more bunches of pasta to the pile as a reserve (in case you make up for broken sticks).
2. Divide the spaghetti evenly between the bags and pour enough alcohol into the bags to wet all the sticks. Next, add 10-40 drops of food coloring to each bag.

1. Seal or tie your bags, then place them in extra bags to prevent leaks. Slowly shake and turn the bags to mix the coloring into the alcohol and pasta. Next, place the bag on one side and leave it for 30 minutes, then turn the bag over again and leave it for another half hour. Continue soaking the spaghetti in this manner (no more than 3 hours) until it reaches the desired shade.
2. Cover your baking sheet with aluminum foil, then a layer of paper towels (or oilcloth). To protect your hands from staining, it is advisable to wear gloves. Remove the spaghetti from the bags, after draining all the liquid, place them on a baking sheet in a single layer and leave to dry. From time to time, the spaghetti needs to be sorted to dry evenly.

1. Once your spaghetti is COMPLETELY dry, start placing it in the container.
2. Shake the filled container and smooth out the spaghetti. Insert your knives to determine the optimal filling density, adding pasta or removing excess if necessary.
3. Now, using kitchen scissors or other very sharp scissors, trim the spaghetti to the desired length without removing it from the container (it's best to do this over the sink). It is important that the spaghetti does not exceed the height of the container by more than 2-3 cm, otherwise it will break quickly.

Idea 9. Jars for storing spices and bulk products

Today we will talk about an express technique for making a paper basket, which can be used to store small items (keys, stationery), yarn, as well as for an unusual presentation of fruits, Easter eggs, bread or baked goods. festive table or as a gift.

Even a child can weave such baskets quickly and easily

You will need:

• About 15 sheets of thin A3 paper, cut in half lengthwise (this can be printer paper, a full sheet of newspaper, or even baking paper);
• Capacity suitable size with straight walls (for example, a jam jar);
• Glue in stick;
• One skewer;
• Spray paint (optional).

Instructions:

1. Starting at one corner, begin to roll the sheet of paper tightly around the skewer to the diagonally opposite corner to create an even and long tube. Once the tube is ready, add a few dabs of glue to the corner of the paper to hold it in place and remove the skewer. Do the same with all the remaining sheets. In this master class, 30 tubes were required to weave 2 baskets.
2. If necessary (for example, if you used newspaper sheets) or if desired, paint the tubes with acrylic paint.
3. Take an even number of tubes and connect them together as shown in the photo in the upper left corner. In this master class, for a basket the size of a jam jar, 6 tubes were required, for a larger basket - 8 tubes.

1. Start braiding: Take one of the outer tubes (which is under the grate) and lay it over the adjacent tube, then pass it under the next tube, then run the tube again over the next tube, etc. Continue weaving by lifting the already entwined tubes vertically (from now on we will call these tubes stands).
2. When 2-3 cm remains from the first working tube, increase its length. To do this, apply glue to the new tube and insert it into the remaining “tail”. Continue weaving over and over again, adding paper tubes as needed.
3. Once you have weaved a base of the desired diameter (the same size as the container), place the container on it and begin weaving around it, pulling the stand tubes close to the walls.
4. Having weaved the basket to the end, remove the jar and carefully wrap the end of the working tube into the weave.
5. Wrap the ends of the posts inside the weave and trim if necessary. Next, you can spray paint from a can as in our master class.

Idea 11. Wall holder for towels and kitchen utensils

From an ordinary grater you can make such a convenient and beautiful holder for a towel and storage of kitchen utensils or even live or artificial plants.

From a flat grater you can make your own kitchen decor in a country, Provence or shabby chic style

To make a heated towel rail and a tray for small items you will need:

• A grater (preferably an old one, but a regular new grater will do, as long as it is metal);
• Patina for metal (for artificial aging of the grater);
• A small cutting board or just a wooden board;
• Wooden die (for the bottom of the grater);
• Glue.

Instructions:

1. Following the manufacturer's instructions, cover the grater with a metal patina, for example, green as in this master class.

1. Install a wooden bottom on the inside. It must first be cut to the size of the upper part of the grater. As a rule, at the top of the grater there are protrusions from metal handles; it is on them that the bottom will be attached.
2. Screw the grater to the board using self-tapping screws, having previously made nail holes and a hammer.
3. Place the board on the wall near the sink, hang a towel on the handle, and put your spatulas, ladles or flowers inside.

Idea 12. Flower vase

Glass bottles for wine, milk or other drinks are almost ready-made vases that are just waiting to be painted acrylic paints and/or trimmings.

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Do-it-yourself wooden dishes, making wooden dishes, how to make money

Wooden utensils as a business

Read about how wooden utensils can become a highly sought-after product and how you can make money on them.

Currently, more and more people are trying to use products made from environmentally friendly materials. This fashionable and correct trend has not bypassed the dishes. Yes, yes, exactly the dishes from which you and I all eat food.

• Every year, many people realize that most food products are prepared with the addition of all kinds of chemicals. Understanding this, they try to buy and eat the right products, that is, those that they grew on their plots or buy food grown in Russia.

• The dishes also did not escape the attention of people who want to eat natural products. The fact is that most modern dishes are not suitable for storing food. For example, in a frying pan with non-stick coating, you can only cook. But under no circumstances should food be stored in such containers.

That is why I would like to propose the idea of ​​​​making wooden dishes in the wide range in which they were many years ago. Of course, modern porcelain, glass and metal cannot be compared with dishes made of wood, but wooden dishes have a number of their advantages.

1. Firstly, it is environmentally friendly, long shelf life of products.
2. Secondly, wooden utensils made of oak are in no way inferior to metal utensils in terms of their strength characteristics. And eating with a wooden spoon will taste better without the metallic taste.

As they say, fashion does not stand still, but will repeat itself, but only with some additions.

So, making wooden utensils with your own hands can become a very good business, provided that you do not make those old models of utensils, but more modern models.

Not that wooden spoon, which is completely inconvenient to eat, but to develop a model that is in no way inferior to a metal spoon.

And wooden plates made of oak look very beautiful, and if they are decorated on the outside with elements of carving or firing and polished, then such beauty can cost much more than plates made of porcelain or glass.

How to make wooden dishes with your own hands

First option

You can start the production of wooden utensils by purchasing one single woodworking machine, which has 5 wood processing functions: a circular saw, a surface planer, a jointer, a slotter and a milling cutter. Well, buy another wood lathe. Both of these machines can be purchased for no more than 30,000 - 50,000 rubles.

Second option

The second option is to find those who make such dishes or give orders to the workshop for production, for example, batches of wooden plates, which are then given to wood carvers and the finished products are collected.

All that remains to be done is to set acceptable prices and sell in bulk or sell. As a result, you will save yourself from renting premises, purchasing machines, performing only the functions of a customer.

• In this case, the production of wooden utensils will be more expensive. Although if you take into account the costs of wages, electricity and rent of premises, as in the first option, then who knows. Perhaps the second option, making wooden utensils, will be much cheaper.

• I also want to say that I have an acquaintance who works in the Correctional Labor Colony (he works as a craftsman), who once told me that there are several workshops in the camp where they make wooden vases, plates, cups, wooden pots, boxes with carved elements and all this beauty sells very quickly for very good money.

Also find out how packaging for bottles can become a highly profitable business with minimal financial investments, high demand for goods and lack of competition.

Here you have wooden dishes, in which, by the way, milk is stored much longer than in a metal pan. And the old Russian flavor in the kitchen, where there is a lot of wooden utensils, somehow has a good effect on the mind, making a meal at such a table more pleasant and healthy.

Wood has always been used to make dishes. You can’t cook food in such a vessel, but eating from it is a pleasure. Wooden utensils were especially popular in Russia and Asian countries.

The Japanese and Chinese still prefer plates, salad bowls, bowls and flat dishes made of wood. In our country, the popularity of such utensils gradually faded away, but in recent years interest in wooden utensils has revived (which is also due to the popularization of Asian cuisine in our country).

Benefits of wooden utensils

One of the main advantages of wooden utensils is its environmental friendliness. Wooden bowls and salad bowls are a pleasure to eat from, thanks to the positive associations with tradition and naturalness. If the same natural product is sold in glass jars, tin jars or wooden barrels, most people will instinctively choose the product in a wooden container for the same reason.

Food is perfectly preserved in wooden dishes. At the same time, they can take on a woody aroma, which can enrich taste qualities product. For example, the taste of marinades benefits if they lie for some time in a wooden container made of juniper or larch. This is especially true for pickled mushrooms.

Butter and honey are also stored in wooden containers - it is believed that these products are most comfortable in wooden containers, which give them an additional aroma.

Another significant advantage of wooden utensils is their durability. Metal and plastic dishes also durable, but metal is not very pleasant for humans, especially since it is associated with something official, and the complete safety of plastic is highly doubtful. A wooden plate, unlike porcelain or glass, will not break if dropped on the floor. Unlike metal, wooden utensils are very homely and cozy, and unlike plastic ones, they are safe.

Used in Rus' since time immemorial. The first kitchen utensils in our country were made from this natural material. In the 8th-10th centuries, wooden dishes in Rus' were carved, hollowed out, turned, coopered and riveted by hand. In the 12th century, the first machines for making kitchen utensils appeared. The 16th-17th centuries saw the heyday of the era of wooden utensils, and the 19th century saw the decline of this era. With the advent of plates and cups made of porcelain, earthenware, glass, and the introduction of metal pans into everyday use, the need for wooden utensils disappeared. Today in our country it is produced only in the fishing areas of the Volga region. However, wooden utensils find their use in almost every modern kitchen.

Mainly made from wood cutting boards, rolling pins, bread bins, spatulas, hammers for beating meat, long spoons for stirring brew, salt shakers, jars and containers for storing bulk products, tubs and barrels for wine and pickles. Rarely, but still in a modern kitchen, you can find wooden mortars and pestles for making mashed potatoes, as well as trays and bowls in which it is convenient to knead dough. Wooden mugs and plates today are used mainly as exotic table setting elements. Wooden utensils have found new use in Russia and around the world thanks to the increased popularity of Japanese cuisine. Today, many items in sushi sets are made from natural materials.

Benefits of wooden utensils
Despite technical progress, wooden utensils are not forgotten. The reason for this is the numerous advantages of the source material. First of all, the environmental friendliness of wood. Wooden utensils are absolutely harmless and even useful: they have bactericidal and tonic properties.

Salted and pickled mushrooms stored in juniper containers are enriched with notes of fresh woody aroma. Utensils made from any deciduous and coniferous tree endows its contents with a subtle pleasant fragrance. Thanks to the atmospheric balance and the ability of wood to absorb moisture, flour, sugar and cereals do not become damp inside such containers. Salted cucumbers, tomatoes, cabbage stored in wooden barrels do not mold, rot or otherwise deteriorate. Honey and wines in wooden containers retain their true taste and that’s it beneficial features. Stacks of cedar wood, which has disinfectant properties, smooth out the effects of over-drinking.

Another undoubted advantage of such cookware is its ability to keep food and drinks warm. At the same time, it is impossible to get burned on wooden mugs and bowls. In addition, tableware made of wood is stronger and more durable than its competitors made of ceramics and glass, and costs less. It is only because of current political events in Russia that one could assume that the price of wood should not be much lower than the price of gold, but in fact, the source material of wooden utensils is inexpensive.

Caring for wooden utensils

Like any other, wooden utensils have their drawbacks. For example, it may darken over time. Rubbing with hydrogen peroxide will help restore the original appearance of discolored wooden utensils. After the procedure, do not forget to rinse the product thoroughly with warm water.

Another disadvantage of wooden utensils is the difficulty of washing them. The cleaning process is carried out using a sponge or brush in hot water with soda, salt or a weak solution of potassium permanganate. Adding soap will help get rid of the smell of garlic and onions. After washing, wooden utensils must be wiped dry and placed to dry in a well-ventilated area. At the same time, you should keep it away from heating devices, otherwise the wood may dry out and warp. If wooden utensils smell of mold, they must be thoroughly washed in hot water with the addition of vinegar. To prevent the formation of mold, kitchen utensils made from wood should be stored in a dry place.

Before use, wooden utensils are usually lubricated with butter or vegetable oil.

Making wooden utensils
Wooden utensils are made from wood species such as aspen, birch, juniper, larch, cedar, maple, elm, bamboo and hevea. For harvesting, the lower part of the trunk, rhizome or burl is used. In this case, the tree must certainly be freshly cut - a stale tree acquires a musty smell.

Decorate such dishes can be done using artistic carving, burning, polishing, inlay. But you cannot paint or coat wooden utensils with varnish, nitro-varnish, stain, or epoxy resin. The exception is decorative kitchen utensils, in particular Khokhloma dishes. But it is not recommended to use it for storing, preparing and serving food - the functions of such utensils are purely aesthetic.

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