WHEN WE TALK ABOUT THE OLIVE TREE WHAT DO WE THINK OF?
The tree itself? Its beautiful olives in our salads or its oil that reminds us of the sweet scent of the Mediterranean? Today, we are highlighting another aspect of the tree: its wood. But before doing a little history on this tree known since the dawn of time.
THE STORY OF THE OLIVE TREE
Born in the Mediterranean basin, this tree has become rich in meaning, a symbol of strength, victory, peace and finally longevity. It becomes during the time of ancient Greece a medicinal remedy. Dense and robust, it is no wonder that its wood has become one of the best choices in the fields of art, carpentry, cabinet making. And that they are recognized by many sculptors and industrialists.
THE PROPERTIES OF THE OLIVE TREE
Beautiful and majestic, its wood is often chosen from old trees, but with very tight pores, it is just as difficult to work with. But finally gives a piece of wood of extreme density and robustness. Its smooth and soft surface makes it very easy to clean. The mottled color that only appears upon polishing makes each object that is created unique, ensuring that no object made looks exactly like another.
But that's not all beyond the technical and aesthetic aspect, it also has hygienic properties. Soaked in its oil, it is impermeable to bacteria, odors and liquids and that is why it finds its place perfectly in our kitchens and on our tables.
This is also its main use, culinary objects or decorations made by craftsmen such as cutting boards, cutlery, pestle and mortar, rustic salad bowl, bread board, citrus presses... (etc.).
Eternal and timeless, Gartiam offers you a collection that honors this wood. It includes bowls, kitchen utensils, salad bowls, boards and decorative objects. All these products are handmade in Tunisia. Accessorize your home and kitchen today with these olive wood products.
THE MAINTENANCE OF YOUR OBJECTS.
How to maintain and clean your olive wood kitchen utensils?
You want your wooden objects to remain intact all your life!
Follow these 3 steps to maintain your olive wood objects:
- No dishwasher:
- Do not put olive wood in the dishwasher.
- Do not expose wooden utensils to heat.
- Dry the wood immediately after hand washing.
Passed a cloth soaked in olive oil on the wood to protect it against humidity and to restore its shine.
Lemon juice is a well-known antibacterial agent. To restore taste and beauty to your kitchen utensils. All you have to do is put coarse salt in your bowl or on your olive wood cutting board and rub it with half a lemon.
This is where our article, dedicated to olive wood, ends, see you soon for another article!