Care for your Sunbird Stories piece
Crafted to be loved.
Thank you for choosing a handcrafted piece from Sunbird Stories.
Each piece is thoughtfully handcrafted from natural wood and finished with decorative epoxy resin, making every item beautifully unique. Designed to be both practical and beautiful, our products are made to be used, enjoyed and shared.
With a little care, your Sunbird Stories piece will remain a treasured part of your home for years to come.
Serving Boards
Two beautiful sides
Wood side
The natural wood side is designed for everyday food preparation, including chopping, slicing and serving.
Caring for the wood
Natural wood is a living material and benefits from occasional nourishment to keep it looking its best.
- Apply a food-safe wood butter or mineral oil regularly.
- Reapply whenever the wood begins to look dry.
- Wipe away any excess oil after application.
- Store your board in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
With regular care, the wood will develop a rich, beautiful character that reflects years of enjoyment.
Resin artwork
The resin artwork is the signature feature of your board, designed for serving and entertaining. It is ideal for beautifully presenting cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruit, crackers, artisan breads, olives, nuts, dried fruit, dips and other ready-to-eat foods.
The resin artwork is created using food-safe epoxy resin, which is safe for serving ready-to-eat foods once fully cured. To help preserve its beauty, we recommend using the wood side for chopping and food preparation.
If serving particularly oily or richly dressed foods, placing a small piece of parchment or wax paper beneath the food can help keep the surface looking its best.
Caring for the resin artwork
Your resin artwork is designed to be enjoyed for years to come.
To help preserve its beautiful finish:
- Use the resin artwork for serving rather than chopping.
- Avoid cutting directly on the resin artwork.
- Keep the board away from excessive heat.
- Store your board flat or upright on a soft surface.
- Avoid stacking heavy items on top of the resin artwork.
Everyday care
Handwash
Wash using warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge.
Dry your board immediately after washing.
Never soak your board or place it in the dishwasher.
Be gentle
Avoid using scourers, steel wool or abrasive cleaning pads, as these may damage the wood or resin artwork.
While chopping
When using the wood side for chopping, place a tea towel or dish cloth underneath as a protective layer between the board and your countertop. This helps reduce movement during use and keeps the resin artwork looking its best.
Heat
Avoid placing hot pots, pans or bakeware directly onto either side of the board.
Storage
When not in use, a few simple storage habits will help keep your board looking its best.
- Store your board in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Avoid storing it in damp areas, such as under the sink.
- Store flat or upright on a stable surface.
- Avoid stacking heavy items on top of the resin artwork.
Coasters
MADE FOR EVERYDAY MOMENTS
Our handcrafted coasters are designed to protect your surfaces while adding a beautiful finishing touch to your home.
The resin artwork is suitable for everyday use, including mugs of tea or coffee, cold drinks with condensation, wine glasses and candles in suitable holders.
To preserve the beauty of the resin artwork, avoid placing extremely hot cookware directly onto the coaster.
Everyday care
- Wipe clean using a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge with warm water and mild soap.
- Dry immediately after cleaning.
- Never soak or place your coasters in the dishwasher.
- Avoid using scourers, steel wool or abrasive cleaning pads.
Caring for the wood
Natural wood benefits from occasional nourishment.
- Apply a food-safe wood butter or mineral oil as needed.
- Reapply whenever the wood begins to look dry.
- Wipe away any excess oil after application.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Natural beauty
Every Sunbird Stories piece begins with carefully selected Kiaat wood, a beautiful hardwood celebrated for its rich character and distinctive grain.
Like all natural timbers, Kiaat varies in colour, grain and pattern from one piece to the next. Some boards may feature lighter golden tones, while others display deeper honey, caramel or rich brown hues. Natural grain patterns, knots and subtle markings are all part of what makes each piece beautifully unique.
The image showcases some of the natural variation found within Kiaat. Although every board is crafted from the same species of wood, no two pieces will ever be exactly alike—and that’s part of their beauty.
Our care recommendations are designed to help you enjoy your handcrafted piece for many years. With thoughtful care, your board or coasters will continue to age beautifully, while the natural wood develops even more character over time.
We’re here to help
If you have any questions about caring for your Sunbird Stories piece, we’d love to hear from you.
Thank you for welcoming All Things Beautiful into your home.