Every MendoMadrone piece is hand-turned and finished using traditional, food-safe materials chosen specifically for how the piece will be used. With simple care, your handcrafted woodware will last for generations.

Culinary & Salad Bowls (Pure Tung Oil) Sealed naturally from the inside out, pure Tung oil deeply penetrates the wood to create a durable, water-resistant barrier for daily kitchen use.

• Wash Promptly: Clean immediately after use with warm water and a mild dish soap.

• Dry Thoroughly: Wipe dry with a towel. Allow to air-dry completely on its side before storing.

• Never Soak: Do not submerge in water or let liquids/food rest in the bowl overnight.

• Keep Cool: Never place in the dishwasher or microwave.

Charcuterie & Cutting Boards (Pure Walnut Oil) Finished with natural walnut oil to deeply hydrate wood fibers that endure active knife work and heavy food presentation.

• Hand Wash Only: Rinse with warm soapy water after use and wipe dry immediately.

• Hydrate Regularly: As knife marks appear or the surface lightens, reapply pure walnut oil or paste wax to restore the wood.

Decorative Art Pieces (Shellac & Linseed Oil) Built up in multi-layered heritage coats to highlight the optical depth, figure, and chatoyancy of fine turned wood.

• Food Use: These pieces are fully food safe, but not intended for contact with wet food, water, or moisture; but use as fruit bows, for peanut, pop corn or other dry food is totally fine (standing fluid will not damage the wood, but dull the surface and take away that extra shine provided by the shellac finish).

• Dust Gently: Wipe clean using a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Keep away from direct, harsh sunlight and high humidity.

Finishes to Strictly Avoid

• Avoid Olive & Cooking Oils: Standard cooking oils like olive or canola never dry. They break down inside the wood grain, turning sticky and rancid.

• Avoid Chemical Varnishes: Generic hardware store finishes often contain toxic metallic driers, petroleum distillates, or varnishes unsafe for food contact.

Enjoy your piece and the story it brings to your home!