Simons Maison
Square Acacia Wood Tray
This is a square tray made from responsibly sourced acacia wood, designed in Canada as a Simons Maison exclusive. It is intended for organizing jewellery and small everyday items, and can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The tray measures 7 by 7 inches (17.5 x 17.5 cm) and features a shallow recessed interior with a raised beveled rim and a smooth satin finish; due to its artisanal nature, each piece may show subtle variations in grain and color.
- Color
- Acacia Wood
- Material
- genuine acacia wood
- Style
- minimal, handmade
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Color
Size
Specifications
A square artisanal tray made from responsibly sourced acacia wood, perfect for organizing small items.
Natural elegance and practicality; wipes clean with a damp cloth; unique due to artisanal character.
- Color
- Acacia Wood · brown
- Material
- genuine acacia wood
- Style
- minimal, handmade
- Occasion
- everyday, gift
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Simons Maison exclusive
- designed in Canada
- natural elegance
- practical
- genuine acacia wood
- responsibly sourced
- artisanal
- unique piece
- for jewellery and small items
- wipes clean with damp cloth
- 7 inches square
Product Insights
This small 7″ × 7″ square vanity organizer from Simons Maison (founded 1840) is crafted from fast-renewable acacia wood with a Janka hardness of 1,700–2,300 lbf, offering scratch and water resistance for bathroom use—though standing water must be wiped and biannual mineral oiling (costing under a dollar per year) maintains the finish and prevents cracks. Each tray displays unique grain and color variations due to artisanal character, while the wood’s natural mold and mildew resistance outperforms untreated softwoods in humidity, balancing sustainable materials with routine maintenance.
- Size
At 7″ × 7″, it's one of the smallest square vanity organizers.
Why this is supported
The tray's dimensions confirm its compactness:
this tray is one of the smallest square vanity organizers on the market
How this tray compares to other acacia wood trays — 7_inch_square_footprint.
Each tray shows unique grain and color variations due to its artisanal character:
Yes, due to the artisanal character of each tray, there are visible grain and color variations, making every piece unique.
Are there visible grain and color variations between individual trays?Additionally, at 7″ × 7″ (17.5 cm), this tray is one of the smallest square organizers available:
At 7″ × 7″ (17.5 cm), this tray is one of the smallest square vanity organizers on the market
How this tray compares to other acacia wood trays — 7_inch_square_footprint- Material
Acacia wood from fast-growing trees resists water and scratches, requires annual oiling.
Why this is supported
Acacia wood is naturally water-resistant:
Acacia’s natural oils also make it mildly antimicrobial, so it resists mold and mildew better than untreated softwoods in humid conditions.
woodworkingadvisor.comIt is also highly scratch-resistant: acacia scores
2,300 on the Janka hardness scale, making it harder than walnut, cherry, and most oaks.
dgfloors.comTo maintain these properties,
oiling your acacia wood once every 6 to 12 months should suffice.
timberblogger.comMoreover, its sourcing is sustainable: acacia is
a fast-growing tree that can be harvested in 5-10 years, reducing pressure on slower-growing species.
shunwaste.com.
Research confirms that acacia is a fast-growing tree:
Acacia is a fast-growing tree that can be harvested in 5-10 years, reducing pressure on slower-growing species.
shunwaste.comIt also thrives on poor soils and dry conditions, requiring minimal water and synthetic fertilizers.
most species tolerate poor soils and dry conditions, and commercial plantations rarely need the heavy irrigation or synthetic fertilizer that slower-growing hardwoods require.
woodworkingadvisor.comBecause of this rapid growth, acacia captures and stores carbon long-term.
Acacia wood is sustainable because acacia trees capture carbon from the atmosphere, while acacia furniture works as long-lasting carbon storage.
impactful.ninjaThe brand confirms:
due to the artisanal character of each tray, there are visible grain and color variations, making every piece unique.
Are there visible grain and color variations between individual trays?This ensures no two customers receive an identical product.
- Value
15 CAD, only slightly above mass-market acacia organizers from Simons Maison.
Why this is supported
The price is competitive: mass-market options include the
Better Homes & Gardens Acacia Wood Tray Organizer, Walnut
walmart.comat
$9.97/ea
walmart.com. Additionally, the Simons Maison brand carries heritage:
The brand first opened its doors in 1840 founded by John Simons as a dry goods store in Quebec City.
expertbeacon.com.
- Appearance
Each tray has unique grain and color variations due to artisanal character.
Why this is supported
The tray's appearance is distinctive:
due to the artisanal character of each tray, there are visible grain and color variations, making every piece unique.
Are there visible grain and color variations between individual trays?.
- Water resistance
Tolerates bathroom humidity and splashes; standing water must be wiped.
Why this is supported
The tray's acacia wood is naturally water-resistant and suited for humid environments.
Acacia wood is naturally water-resistant and ideal for humid environments
Is the tray sealed or treated to withstand bathroom humidity?However, it will eventually absorb standing water if left wet.
Water-resistant (acacia): slows moisture absorption and tolerates splashes, rain, and humidity, but will eventually absorb water if left wet.
woodworkingadvisor.comTherefore, standing water must be wiped promptly to avoid swelling or graying.
- Maintenance
Light mineral oil every 6–12 months maintains water repellence and prevents cracks.
Why this is supported
To maintain the tray's water repellence and prevent cracking, a light mineral oil application is recommended every 6–12 months.
For indoor furniture, oiling your acacia wood once every 6 to 12 months should suffice.
timberblogger.com- Scratch resistance
Janka hardness 1,700–2,300 lbf resists scratches from jewelry and tools.
Why this is supported
The acacia wood used for this tray has a Janka hardness rating of 1,700–2,300 lbf, harder than walnut or oak, which provides good resistance to scratches from jewelry, keys, and grooming tools.
Furniture-grade acacia (mostly Acacia confusa and Acacia mangium) runs 1,700–2,300 lbf on the Janka hardness scale
woodworkingadvisor.com- Care routine
Biannual mineral oiling preserves acacia wood finish and prevents moisture damage.
Why this is supported
The tray comes without factory sealant, so oiling is essential for moisture protection. Recommended frequency:
oiling your acacia wood once every 6 to 12 months should suffice.
timberblogger.comApplication is a simple
light wipe of food-grade mineral oil
Acacia wood durability and care in bathrooms — biannual_oiling_routineThis routine
prevents the wood from drying out and micro-cracking
Acacia wood durability and care in bathrooms — biannual_oiling_routineand
maintain its luster and water repellence
Acacia wood durability and care in bathrooms — biannual_oiling_routine. The wood is inherently water-resistant, but oiling reinforces that:
slows moisture absorption and tolerates splashes, rain, and humidity
woodworkingadvisor.com. The oil also brings out the tray's artisanal character, where
there are visible grain and color variations, making every piece unique.
Are there visible grain and color variations between individual trays?This routine extends the tray's lifespan. Acacia is fast-growing:
The trees mature in 15 to 20 years, which is roughly half the time required for oak or walnut.
dgfloors.comAnd acacia's natural durability means
Acacia’s dense structure and natural oils make it highly resistant to scratches, dents, and decay.
terrapurely.com- Ongoing cost
Annual upkeep costs under a dollar—a bottle lasts years.
Why this is supported
A bottle of food-grade mineral oil costs around
$9.97/ea
walmart.comand lasts for hundreds of applications, so the annual cost per tray is a few cents.
- Mold resistance
Resists mold and mildew better than untreated softwoods in humid bathrooms.
Why this is supported
Acacia's natural oils give this tray a mild antimicrobial effect:
Acacia’s natural oils also make it mildly antimicrobial, so it resists mold and mildew better than untreated softwoods in humid conditions.
woodworkingadvisor.comThis inherent protection requires no chemical sealants, and regular oiling every 6 to 12 months helps sustain it.
For indoor furniture, oiling your acacia wood once every 6 to 12 months should suffice.
timberblogger.comThe antimicrobial action is focused on mold and mildew rather than disinfection, so the tray's water resistance and compact 7-inch footprint work together to keep the surface dry and hygienic, while each piece's unique grain variations preserve the same consistent natural protection.
- Heritage
House label of La Maison Simons (founded 1840).
Why this is supported
Simons Maison is the in-house homeware label of La Maison Simons, which
first opened its doors in 1840 founded by John Simons as a dry goods store in Quebec City.
expertbeacon.com— as a result, this tray is
an accessible way to own a piece from a legacy retailer without the designer premium.
How this tray compares to other acacia wood trays — simons_maison_brand_lineage- Sustainability
Acacia: fast-renewable (5–10 year harvest) and grown with minimal inputs, outperforming mass-market woods on sustainability.
Why this is supported
Acacia is a fast-growing tree:
Acacia is a fast-growing tree that can be harvested in 5-10 years, reducing pressure on slower-growing species.
shunwaste.com. This rapid growth also sequesters carbon efficiently:
Acacia wood is sustainable because acacia trees capture carbon from the atmosphere, while acacia furniture works as long-lasting carbon storage.
impactful.ninja. Moreover, acacia cultivation requires minimal inputs:
most species tolerate poor soils and dry conditions, and commercial plantations rarely need the heavy irrigation or synthetic fertilizer that slower-growing hardwoods require.
woodworkingadvisor.com
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Square wooden tray with rounded corners and a shallow recessed interior showing continuous visible wood grain and a smooth satin finish.
- Overall shapeSquare tray with rounded corners and gently radiused edges visible from a top three-quarter view.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.18 · w 0.94 · h 0.64 (high) - Recessed interiorShallow recessed well with an inner corner fillet and continuous rim running around the perimeter creating a low lip.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.23 · w 0.84 · h 0.55 (high) - Material appearanceSingle-piece wood appearance with visible straight and wavy grain patterns and occasional darker streaks across the interior surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.29 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Edge detailRounded outer edge with a lighter outer band contrasting slightly with the darker interior surface, showing turned or sanded finish.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.37 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.60 · w 0.24 · h 0.26 (medium) - Surface finishSmooth satin finish with soft specular highlights along the rim and shallow interior, indicating a polished or oiled surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.62 · h 0.60 (high) - Small natural markSmall darker blemish or knot visible near the right interior area of the tray.
1 region
x 0.71 · y 0.46 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Top three-quarter product shot on a ribbed neutral surface with directional lighting from the top left and a decorative necklace prop laid on the tray.
- Shot angleTop three-quarter view showing the interior and rim depth at an oblique angle.
- Lighting and shadowDirectional warm lighting from upper left producing long soft shadows and diagonal ribbed shadow pattern across the background surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high) - Prop presentGold-tone necklace with a pendant and beaded elements placed across the tray interior as a styling prop.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.50 · h 0.45 (high) - Background surfaceTextured neutral surface with parallel raised ribs running diagonally across the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
warm medium brown· interior wood surface#94542Blight tan· outer rim edge#C4AB9C- Overall shapeSquare tray with rounded corners and gently radiused edges visible from a top three-quarter view.
- 02
Product
A shallow square wooden tray with rounded corners and a raised beveled rim, showing visible wood grain and a smooth polished finish; a small gold necklace with a pendant rests on the tray and partially occludes the interior surface.
- Overall shapeSquare tray with rounded exterior corners and gently curved outer edges forming a continuous rim around a recessed central well.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.75 · h 0.56 (high) - Rim detailRaised beveled rim with a smooth rounded outer profile that tapers into the interior well; rim appears slightly lighter in tone than the well.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.50 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high) - Interior wellShallow recessed interior with visible linear wood grain running roughly along the tray plane; interior finish is smooth and has a slightly darker warm brown tone.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (high) - Surface texture and finishPolished wood surface with a low-sheen finish showing natural grain patterns and occasional small pores or flecks in the wood.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.70 · h 0.50 (high) - Occluding propFine gold-colored necklace with a round pendant and small bead details lying on the interior well, partially covering the wood surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.38 · w 0.26 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Low-angle product photograph with warm directional lighting, shallow depth of field, and a ribbed fabric surface and blurred vertical-ribbed background creating soft striped shadows across the scene.
- Shot compositionLow-angle close-up view focusing on a front corner and portion of the tray; the tray is cropped at the image edges and extends out of frame.
- Lighting and shadowsWarm directional light from the left creates pronounced diagonal striped shadows across the foreground fabric and a highlight along the tray rim.
- Depth of fieldShallow depth of field: tray foreground and necklace are in sharp focus while the background and far edges are noticeably blurred.
- Background and surfaceTray sits on a light-colored, ribbed textile surface; background is a vertically ribbed neutral wall that is out of focus.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
Colors
warm medium brown· tray interior#955A34light tan brown· tray rim and outer edge#D2AC94- Overall shapeSquare tray with rounded exterior corners and gently curved outer edges forming a continuous rim around a recessed central well.