Oval bark-edge board with handle in ash or alder

Your guests are already seated, the coffee smells wonderful – and the cold cuts are still sitting on a kitchen plate. With this bark-edge board with handle in ash or alder, you can carry cold cuts, cheese or pastries to the table in one easy move and serve straight from the board. With its oval shape and natural bark edge, it looks as if it were made for your evening spread.

What changes for you

• Your table looks more inviting without any extra decorating – because the natural bark edge gives every board a warm, rustic frame.
• You serve and carry in one step – thanks to the handle, which gets the board safely from the kitchen to the table or buffet.
• You can arrange cold cuts, cheese or pastries without anything sticking – on the very smooth, sanded surface.
• You'll find the right size for every occasion – from a small board for a single portion to a long platter for the buffet.
• You'll never set the same table twice – because the grain and bark edge make every board one of a kind.

Why this wooden serving board makes a difference every day

A wooden board with bark brings a touch of nature to the table with no effort at all. Even a simple bread-and-cheese supper looks lovingly presented on it, and on a buffet the board draws the eye to whatever it holds. The result is a calm, natural look – whether it's breakfast for two or an evening with guests.

Material & finish

The board is made of ash or alder and is light in colour and sanded smooth, so it feels pleasant in your hand and is easy to wipe clean. You can feel the careful finish on the edges and surface; if you like, you can also oil, wax or varnish the board to bring out its look to suit your taste. Wood is a purely natural material: the shade, grain and small knots vary from board to board – that's not a flaw but exactly what makes each piece unique. The board is made in the EU.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: ash/alder wood, natural bark edge
• Shape: oval, with handle
• Surface: light, sanded, natural wood texture, untreated
• Sizes (approx. dimensions incl. handle, may vary slightly): 20 x 10 x 1 cm, 30 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 40 x 20 x 1.5 cm, 50 x 24 x 2 cm, 60 x 25 x 2 cm, 70 x 26 x 2 cm, 80 x 17 x 2.5 cm
• Suitable for oiling, waxing or varnishing
• Made in the EU

How to use your bark-edge board with handle

• For an evening spread: arrange cold cuts, cheese and bread straight on the board – and the table's set before the tea is ready.
• As a cheese or ham board for guests: carry the finished platter in by the handle and set it in the middle – no other decoration needed.
• On the buffet at celebrations: several sizes side by side give the layout structure, and every station is easy to spot at a glance.
• In a bakery or café, pastries and slices of cake sit on the bark-edge board in clear view in the counter display. One quick grab of the handle and your display is ready.
• At a market stall or for catering: cold cuts and samples on the wood slice with bark edge catch the eye and are quick to set up and pack away.
• As a decorative or fruit board in the kitchen: add a few apples, and your worktop looks tidy and homely at the same time.

Good to know about the bark-edge board

Ash is considered one of the toughest native woods and has traditionally been used wherever a material has to withstand a lot – tool handles, for example. That very robustness pays off in everyday use when the board is regularly in action as a serving and chopping board.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do: after use, wipe with a damp cloth and let it dry thoroughly. It's best to avoid prolonged moisture and the dishwasher – that way the wood keeps its shape. If you'd like to keep the light surface looking fresh for longer, you can oil or wax the board now and then; this also deepens the natural grain.

Options & what's included

• Included: 1 bark-edge board with handle in your chosen size
• Type of wood: ash or alder
• Sizes available subject to stock: approx. 20 x 10 x 1 cm to approx. 80 x 17 x 2.5 cm (seven sizes, see dimensions)
• Please note: grain, shade and bark edge vary on every board – each piece is one of a kind

Frequently asked questions

Do all the boards look the same? No. Wood is a natural material – lightness, grain and bark edge differ from board to board, and small knots are normal. That's exactly what makes each board unique.

Do the dimensions include the handle? Yes, all sizes given are approximate dimensions including the handle and may vary slightly.

Can I treat the board afterwards? Yes, the sanded surface is suitable for oiling, waxing or varnishing – depending on the look you prefer.

Can I also use the board for cutting? Yes, you can use the very smooth, sanded surface as a chopping board, for example for bread, cold cuts or cheese.

In the end, it's not about a board with a handle. It's about the moment you set the finished platter on the table and all that's left to do is sit down. Simply choose your size at Bütic – and bring on the next spread.