Rare and high quality

Olive wood grows slowly, is in limited supply and is one of the finest wood species in the world.

Traditional handcraft

Our products are made in a small artisan workshop in Sfax, Tunisia – known for one of the best olive wood qualities anywhere.

Elaborate processing

The dense, hard structure of olive wood requires a lot of time, skill and special tools – for exceptional durability.

Unique grain

Each piece is handmade and unique with individual grain and natural appearance.

Sustainable origin

Our wood comes exclusively from olive trees that have reached the end of their natural lifespan – responsibly harvested and fully utilized.

Naturally hygienic

Olive wood has antibacterial properties and remains durable and beautiful even with daily use.

Conclusion

An Olivsen olive wood product is a conscious decision for genuine craftsmanship, sustainable origins and quality that will bring joy for a lifetime.

Our olive wood products come from Tunisia, more precisely from the Sfax region – known for one of the best olive wood qualities in the world.

Here, in a traditional craft business , our cutting boards, kitchen utensils and bowls are lovingly handcrafted.

Thanks to local manufacturing, we can ensure sustainable production and short, efficient transport routes.

Our products are completely untreated and are simply rubbed with cooking oil .

Yes, all our products are made of real solid wood and are crafted from a single piece of olive wood – without any gluing or joining.

This makes our cutting boards, kitchen utensils and bowls particularly high-quality, stable and have a pleasantly heavy, natural weight.

Yes, olive wood is a sustainable material. The trees are only felled when they no longer bear fruit , and the wood is fully recycled.

Our olive wood comes from Tunisia, more precisely from the Sfax region – known for its excellent olive wood quality .

Our cutting boards, kitchen utensils and bowls are manufactured on site in a traditional craft workshop .

Through local manufacturing and efficient transport, we ensure environmentally friendly and resource-saving production.

Yes, olive wood is ideal for use in the kitchen due to its hardness and density. It is heat-resistant and does not warp, even when in frequent contact with hot food. Olive wood is also gentle on coated pans and pots.

Olive wood is naturally very robust and durable . If the products are properly cared for, the risk of splinters or cracks is minimal. It is important not to soak the products in water for long periods of time and to protect them from excessive heat. Regular oiling helps to preserve the structure of the wood and keep it supple.

With the right care, the warm, honey-yellow color of olive wood will last for a long time. Over time, however, the wood may darken slightly , which is a natural process and further highlights the beauty of the wood. Regular rubbing with olive oil supports this process and brings out the grain particularly well.

To ensure that your olive wood products remain beautiful, you should take good care of them.

Olive wood products should always be cleaned by hand with warm water and a little mild detergent and then dried thoroughly to avoid water spots. To preserve the natural beauty and suppleness of the wood, you should regularly rub it with a little olive oil . Please note that olive wood products should not be cleaned in the dishwasher as this can damage the wood.

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