RootWorks
bowls are carved from a species of Chinese fir called Shan Mu, which
grows abundantly in the mountains of Central China. Shan Mu lumber is
used for a wide variety of products in China including construction, crates,
and furniture. RootWorks raw materials come from stumpage left by logging
operations, the removal of which allows for faster Shan Mu reforestation. Each
gnarled stump is then transformed by skilled carvers into the gorgeous and
unique RootWorks products we proudly import.
The laquer finish which protects
and magnifies the natural beauty of RootWorks products is safe for food
contact, although we do not recommend RootWorks for hot food service. Due to
the natural fissures and knotholes possible in each piece we cannot guarantee
our bowls or platters will contain liquid reliably.
RootWorks products should occasionally be treated
with a light wax or oil product to help protect and brighten their luster. In
dry climates some RootWorks items may develop cheks or cracks over their
lifetime, which is a natural occurrence in products carved from single pieces
of raw wood.