FUN FACTS ABOUT OLIVE WOOD...

FUN FACTS ABOUT OLIVE WOOD...

The wood comes from older trees that are no longer productive for fruit.  No trees are ever destroyed for the use of their wood.

The wood is very valuable, because it can't be matched by any other. The best grains and textures come from the older Olive trees. The wood is heavy, dense and durable with distinctive colors.  As it ages, it gets darker and richer in color.

The wood was not only used by Jesus, but as a decorative wood for King Solomon's temple. Even today, this wood is one of the world's best kept secrets. However, it is getting more difficult to get, because of its high demand.

The thing that makes Olive Wood so attractive to wood workers is three factors. First; it is very hard wood. Second; it is easy to work with despite its hardness. Third; it is very beautiful and looks better as it ages. Items made from this type of wood are special as gifts.

Each piece is unique and may be variations in veining, knots, or dimensional changes.

The olive wood is not only beautiful it is also very practical. By its natural content of oil, it kills bacteria and is therefore more hygienic for food than other products of wood or plastic.