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.