Wood
About Wood
Warm Wood for Walls, Shelves, Tables and Light
Wood brings a warmth few other materials match, and no two pieces look quite alike. This page gathers pieces whose material listing names wood, not pieces with a printed grain look or an MDF body. The range runs from floating shelves, wall shelves, bookshelves and display racks to oval serving trays, a Japanese gongfu tea tray, photo and poster frames, wall clocks, wall mirrors with wood frames, coat racks, key holders and incense holders. There is lighting too: walnut and Nordic wood ceiling lights, stone and wood downlights, wooden wall lamps, mushroom lamps and a turn head wooden table lamp.
What to expect from wood
- Grain and color vary: Every board has its own pattern of grain, knots and tone, so the piece you receive may differ slightly from the photos. That variation is part of the appeal.
- Wood responds to its surroundings: It takes on and releases moisture with the seasons. Keep pieces away from radiators, heat vents and long hours of direct sun, which can dry, crack or fade them.
- A finish protects it: A sealed or oiled surface resists spills better than bare wood. Either way, wipe up water promptly.
Care and placement
Dust wood with a soft, dry cloth. For sticky marks, use a cloth barely damp with mild soapy water and dry the surface right after. Never soak a wooden tray or put it in the dishwasher; wash it by hand and let it dry standing on edge. Trays used for food or tea benefit from an occasional coat of food safe mineral oil. For floating shelves, fix the brackets into wall studs or use anchors rated for the weight you plan to display.
Wood pairs well with the woven textures of rattan and bamboo. Browse floating shelves, photo frames and decorative trays for more.
Common Questions About Wood
Wood is a natural material, so grain, knots and color shift from board to board and even within one piece. The lighting in a photo and on your screen also changes how warm the tone looks. Small differences are normal for anything made with wood.
Wipe it clean or wash it by hand with warm soapy water, then dry it right away. Do not soak it or run it through the dishwasher. An occasional rub with food safe mineral oil keeps the surface from drying out.
Wood can move slightly as humidity changes. Keeping shelves away from heat vents, steamy showers and direct sun, and not overloading them, helps them stay flat. Wipe up any spills quickly so moisture does not soak in.



















































































