Bark-edge board with handle, ash or alder, lacquered, oval – B-grade

Your guests are seated. The cheese is cut and the ham is ready. All that's missing is the board that turns a simple bread-and-cheese supper into something special. This oval bark-edge board with handle, made of ash or alder, is made for exactly that. The natural bark edge brings a piece of the forest to your table. The shapely handle makes serving easy. As a lacquered B-grade item, you get a neatly finished serving board at a lower price. It has small marks that are easy to forgive.

What changes for you

• Your table looks more inviting straight away, without much decorating. That's because the bark edge and visible grain give every board a different outline and pattern.
• You can carry cold meats, cheese and fruit from the kitchen worktop to the table with ease. The handle lets you hold the board securely.
• You can serve straight from the wood. The smoothly sanded, lacquered surface is food-safe for ham, cold meats, cheese and fruit.
• You'll find the right size for every gathering. Choose from a small bark-edge slice for a supper for two up to a long tree slice for the buffet.
• You save on the price, not on the finish. As a second-grade item, the board only has small cosmetic flaws such as chipped bark or fine cracks.

Why this bark-edge board makes a difference every day

A plate is quickly set down. A bark-edge board, on the other hand, speaks of nature and craftsmanship. Food on it looks lovingly presented, almost like at a farmers' market or in an alpine hut. And because every board is unique, you lay the table each time with a piece that exists only once.

Material & finish

The board is made of ash or alder wood. It has a light, sanded, lacquered surface on which the wood structure stays visible. It feels very smooth and pleasant in the hand. The neat finish means you can enjoy it for a long time. It is made in the EU. Wood is a purely natural material. Differences in shade, small knots and fine irregularities in the grain are not defects. They make each piece unique. With B-grade items, the bark may also be slightly chipped in places. There may also be small cracks in the wood surface. This does not affect how the board works.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: ash or alder, lacquered
• Shape: oval, with handle
• Sizes: from approx. 30 x 15 cm to approx. 90 x 35 cm
• All dimensions are approximate and may vary by about 1–2 cm
• Surface: light, sanded, very smooth, with visible wood structure
• Food-safe for ham, cold meats, cheese and fruit
• Quality: B-grade (second choice), e.g. bark chipped in places or small cracks
• Not dishwasher safe
• Made in the EU

How to use your bark-edge board

• For an evening snack: put bread, cheese and a few grapes on the small bark-edge slice. Your evening at home feels more like a mountain hut than an ordinary day.
• When friends visit: arrange ham and antipasti on the long tree slice. Carry everything to the table by the handle. Your buffet is ready.
• As a decorative board on a chest of drawers or windowsill: add a candle and a few twigs. The wooden board becomes calm, natural decor.
• In a café or restaurant: cakes, snack platters or cheese selections sit clearly visible and within easy reach on the bark-edge board. One hand on the handle, and the platter is with your guest.
• At a market stall or shop counter: tasting bites on wood instead of plastic. It suits natural produce, and customers notice it straight away.

Good to know about the bark-edge board

A bark-edge board keeps the natural outer edge of the tree trunk. That's why every board has its own gently curved outline and is truly one of a kind. This rustic character has long made such boards the classic base for bread, cheese and cold cuts. Today they are also a striking display surface on buffets and shop counters.

Care & durability

There's not much to do. After use, simply wipe it with a damp cloth and let it dry. Done. Please don't put it in the dishwasher. Don't leave it standing wet for long periods either. That way the wood keeps its smooth surface and natural look for a long time.

Options & what's included

• Available in various sizes from approx. 30 x 15 cm to approx. 90 x 35 cm
• Type of wood: ash or alder
• Many models have a hanging hole in the handle. As these are B-grade items, you can't choose between with or without a hanging hole
• Every board is unique – shape, grain and bark line vary
• Decorations shown in the product images are not included

Frequently asked questions

Is the board food-safe? Yes, the lacquered, smoothly sanded surface is food-safe. You can serve ham, cold meats, cheese and fruit directly on it.

What does B-grade mean for this board? Second choice means the bark may be chipped in places or the wood surface may show small cracks. The finish and function are not affected. You get a neatly made board at a lower price.

Can the board go in the dishwasher? No. Only clean it with a damp cloth so the wood stays looking good for a long time.

Does the board have a hanging hole in the handle? Many models do. As these are B-grade items, however, you can't choose whether your board comes with or without one.

Why does every board look different? Wood is a natural material. Grain, shade, small knots and the bark line differ on every piece. That's what makes your board one of a kind. All dimensions are approximate and may vary by 1–2 cm.

This is about more than an ash or alder board. It's about the moment you put the platter on the table and everyone helps themselves. A simple supper turns into a relaxed evening all by itself. Just choose your size. At Bütic you'll find the right format, from a small snack board to a long buffet slice.