Cutting board BENNY

BENNY is made of solid olive wood. The slow-grown wood is dense and hard and has a warm, often strongly marbled grain. It is precisely this combination of material quality and individual pattern that makes each board one of a kind.

BENNY is carefully handcrafted in Turkey from locally grown wood. It uses wood from older olive trees that no longer bear fruit, as well as wood from regular pruning. In this way, an existing raw material becomes a long-lasting everyday object. Our production partner works with a small team of five people.

The cutting surface is sanded very finely, up to a 3000 grit. The result is an exceptionally smooth, abrasion-free surface that feels pleasant and is easy to clean. A finish with natural linseed-based oil protects the wood while bringing out its characteristic grain.

The grain is shaped by the gnarled growth of olive trees and by regular pruning. As a result, the growth rings often intertwine and are crossed by knot veins of varying darkness. Colour and pattern can therefore vary considerably – and that is exactly part of BENNY's character.

BENNY is 4 cm thick. The unusual thickness and the high density of the olive wood give the board its noticeable weight and ensure that it sits firmly and stably on the worktop while you cut.

The grooves are not just a design detail but part of the construction. Olive wood has a high natural oil content, which means gluing alone would not be structurally sufficient. The grooves therefore support the stability of the solid board.

BENNY is designed for cutting, preparing and serving. The generous surface gives you plenty of room to work; at the same time, the characterful grain makes the board a beautiful base for bread, cheese or other food on the laid table.

Yes. BENNY was developed as a functional everyday object for the kitchen. The density and hardness of the olive wood, the solid construction and the finely sanded surface support daily use. Like any genuine wooden board, BENNY develops signs of use and a patina over time.

Olive wood naturally contains lignins and tannins, which are credited with antibacterial properties. Regardless of this, BENNY should always be cleaned carefully and dried completely after use.

Olive wood has a natural oil content that makes its surface water-repellent. This makes it easier to use in the kitchen, but it is no substitute for careful cleaning and drying. BENNY should not be left in water for long periods.

The high density and natural oil content of the olive wood counteract the absorption of odours. For a board that stays pleasant over the long term, we nevertheless recommend removing food residue promptly, washing BENNY by hand and then letting it dry completely.

BENNY is sanded to a very fine 3000 grit. This creates an even, smooth and abrasion-free cutting surface that feels pleasant and brings out the wood's special grain very clearly.

After use, wash BENNY by hand with warm water, a little mild detergent and a soft sponge or cloth. Then dry the board right away and let it air-dry completely. Please avoid soaking it for long.

No. Solid olive wood does not belong in the dishwasher. High temperatures, detergents and prolonged exposure to water can put the wood under heavy strain and promote warping or cracks.

During production, BENNY receives a finish with natural linseed-based oil. With regular use, the dry board should be re-oiled as needed with a food-safe care oil suitable for cutting boards. This keeps the surface well cared for and brings the grain beautifully back to life.

Yes. BENNY is a genuine work board, and signs of use are part of it over time. The dense, hard olive wood offers a stable cutting surface; nevertheless, knives leave visible marks with regular use. They are part of the natural patina of a well-used wooden object.

BENNY is made from the wood of older olive trees that no longer bear fruit, as well as from offcuts produced during regular pruning. This means that harvesting the wood causes no crop losses for local farmers.