Burl wooden bowls are rare. A burl forms when a tree grows in an unusual way, twisting the grain back on itself. That makes for patterns no one can predict. Turning a burl into a bowl always brings surprises, and the results are never the same twice.
At Spencer Peterman, each burl wooden bowl is sanded and finished until smooth in the hand, while the surface still shows the wild patterns of the wood. One side may carry dark swirls, another may hold tight knots, and together they make a piece that can’t be repeated.
These handmade wooden bowls are often treated as art, but they’re made to be used. Many owners keep them out on a table where the form and the grain can be seen every day.
Hand wash with mild soap and towel dry.
Apply mineral oil once a month to maintain the natural beauty of the wood.
Our mineral oil has a beeswax base that adds beauty and protection from everyday wear and tear. Beeswax conditioners help prevent wood from drying out as well as from absorbing too much moisture.
Prolonged exposure to water can cause damage; please do not submerge in water or place in the dishwasher.
Common mistakes include letting old fruit and vegetables rot at the bottom of a bowl (this may stain) or putting wood in the oven.
