Simons Maison
Acacia Wood Salt Cellar
The Acacia Wood Salt Cellar is a short cylindrical lidded container made of solid acacia wood with visible natural grain, measuring 9 cm (3.5 in) in diameter and 2.5 cm (1 in) deep, with a matching swivel lid and a smooth satin finish. It is intended for storing salt, spices and other bulk foods, and can also be used to hold jewellery and small objects. The surface wipes clean with a damp cloth; it holds a 4.57 out of 5 rating across 28 reviews.
- Material
- Acacia wood
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Salt & Pepper Shakers
Specifications
Acacia wood salt cellar with a matching swivel lid, suitable for salt, spices, bulk foods, or small catchall storage.
Matching swivel lid; can be used for salt, spices, bulk foods, jewellery, and small objects.
- Material
- Acacia wood
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 9x9x2.5 cm
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Salt & Pepper Shakers
Additional Attributes
- Acacia wood
- Matching swivel lid
- Easily wipes clean with a damp cloth
- Use for salt, spices and other bulk foods
- Chic catchall
- Store jewellery and small objects
- Depth: 2.5 cm (1")
- Diameter: 9 cm (3.5")
Product Insights
Acacia Wood Salt Cellar Solid acacia wood with visible natural grain and an assorted colour range. 9 cm (3.5") diameter and 2.5 cm (1") deep, offered in one size. The sliding/swivel top opens smoothly for one-handed daily access. Craftsmanship divides reviewers: many praise the quality, while a minority find the wood cheap or scratched. Reviewers consistently call it excellent value and affordable chic at $15 CAD.
Verified claims
- product_type
- A compact lidded wood cellar for salt, spices, bulk foods, or small catchall items.
- material
- Solid acacia wood with visible natural grain and an assorted colour range.
- dimensions
- 9 cm (3.5") diameter and 2.5 cm (1") deep, offered in one size.
- capacity
- Holds a practical amount for daily cooking, with a shallow pinch-friendly bowl.
- construction
- Matching swivel lid with a small metal magnet or alignment pin on the rim.
- lid_operation
- The sliding/swivel top opens smoothly for one-handed daily access.
- styling
- Warm acacia grain gives countertop display appeal; reviewers call it jolie, magnifique, and elegant.
- color_variation
- Expect noticeable grain and tone variation from the photos and between units.
- material_behavior
- Dense acacia helps keep salt dry, and a lidded cellar limits dust and humidity exposure.
- placement
- Keep it out of direct steam plumes from boiling pots, kettles, or an open dishwasher.
- care
- Wipe clean with a damp cloth; do not drench, submerge, or put it in the dishwasher.
- maintenance
- Periodic re-oiling with food-grade mineral oil can keep the wood from drying out.
- durability
- Craftsmanship divides reviewers: many praise the quality, while a minority find the wood cheap or scratched.
- inspection
- Inspect the lid on delivery; a few buyers report scratches out of the box.
- value
- Reviewers consistently call it excellent value and affordable chic at $15 CAD.
- gifting
- A popular gift for cooks, hosts, and Christmas, often paired with an acacia cutting board.
- salt_compatibility
- Best for dry salts and dry foods: coarse kosher, Himalayan pink, specialty, or flavoured salts.
- hygiene
- Use clean hands when pinching salt to avoid cross-contamination or mould growth.
- wood_movement
- Solid wood can shift slightly with humidity, so the lid fit may change with the seasons.
- comparison
- A lidded wood cellar protects salt better in humid kitchens than a fully open cellar.
Product record
- Title
- Acacia Wood Salt Cellar
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 15 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.57 stars, 28 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
Keeping salt within reach while you cook
Keep salt handy at the counter or stove in this acacia wood cellar, which the retailer also suggests for spices and other bulk foods. Customer reviews indicate the sliding lid opens smoothly and the bowl holds a practical amount for everyday cooking. A wood salt container care guide recommends wiping out salt residue with a dry cloth rather than washing it with water.[1,2]
A pretty countertop accent for salt and small essentials
Keep this salt cellar out on the kitchen counter as part of your decor, with its rich acacia wood grain and sliding top making it attractive enough to display while holding salt or spices. Many reviewers describe it as elegant, though some find the wood feels cheap and note it may arrive with a scratch.[1]
A chic catchall for jewellery and small objects
Simons suggests using this acacia wood cellar as a chic catchall, storing jewellery and small objects in it to elevate your everyday routine. It can also hold salt, spices and other bulk foods.[1]
A go-to gift for cooks and hosts
According to a review analysis, shoppers often pick up this acacia wood salt cellar as a present for the cooks and hosts in their lives, or as a Christmas gift. It's frequently chosen for its looks and value. Note this reflects customer gift-giving experiences, so it may work best as a suggestion rather than a promise of the perfect gift.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Acacia Wood Salt Cellar: Choose this for a piece featuring pronounced horizontal acacia wood grain and a smooth satin finish, ideal for countertop display or as a decorative catchall for small objects. Choose this if you need a functional salt cellar with a matching swivel lid, offering a practical 9 centimeters diameter and 2.5 centimeters depth. Note that opinions on the craftsmanship split, as the wood can feel cheap or may arrive with a scratch, requiring care by wiping it clean with a damp cloth instead of immersing it in water.[1,2,3,4,5] | Summer Pattern Salt Cellar: Choose this if you want a small glossy ceramic cellar for keeping salt, spices, or other bulk seasonings at hand. The cream body is decorated with small floral motifs and paired with a contrasting olive-green domed lid with a round knob, measuring 3.5 inches (9 cm) in diameter by 3 inches (7.5 cm) high. Note that it is hand-wash only, and matching pieces from the pattern are sold separately.[6,7] | Small Wood And Porcelain Salt Cellar: Choose this if you want a small, round porcelain seasoning cellar for salt, spices, and other bulk seasonings: it has a diagonal divider creating two compartments, a lustrous white porcelain bowl with vertical fluting, and a natural wood lid with a spoon-shaped recess plus a small wooden spoon. Note the lid is hand-wash only.[8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Cylindrical acacia wood container with a fitted round lid; visible stacked wood grain bands and a smooth satin finish.
- Overall shapeShort cylinder with a flat circular lid that sits flush on the body; visible top edge of the lid has a slightly rounded bevel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.38 · w 0.60 · h 0.47 (high) - Material and finishSolid wood with visible natural grain and a smooth, satin or lightly oiled surface finish.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.48 · w 0.68 · h 0.37 (high) - Banding and grain patternBody shows horizontal banding of different wood tones: a darker central band with prominent swirling grain between lighter top and bottom bands.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.55 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.72 · w 0.68 · h 0.13 (high) - Lid detailRound lid surface is uniformly lighter in tone than the central band and shows faint linear grain; lid edge is slightly rounded and visible as a thin rim.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - Base contact and shadowBottom edge sits on a flat surface and casts a soft shadow to the left and rear, indicating directional lighting from the right-front.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Product photographed on a neutral textured surface with a plain softly lit backdrop; warm directional lighting produces a soft shadow to the left-rear of the object.
- Background and surfaceNeutral, slightly textured stone or concrete surface and a smooth neutral-toned vertical backdrop in the upper two thirds of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowWarm, soft directional light from the right-front creates gentle highlights on the right side of the lid and a soft shadow extending left and slightly rear.
- Shot compositionProduct is centered in the lower half of the image with ample negative space above; camera angle is slightly above the object showing top and side.
Colors
light tan· lidmedium walnut brown· central bandpale tan· bottom band- Overall shapeShort cylinder with a flat circular lid that sits flush on the body; visible top edge of the lid has a slightly rounded bevel.
- 02
Product
Cylindrical acacia wood salt cellar with a separate round lid shown partially open, revealing a dark interior cavity. Smooth polished wood surface with visible grain bands and a small round metal fastener or magnet on the rim.
- Overall shapeShort cylinder body with a separate circular flat lid placed offset above the top opening; lid appears to rest on the rim and is shown partially open.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.54 · w 0.72 · h 0.35 (high) - Lid geometryRound, flat disk lid with slightly chamfered edge and smooth polished surface; lid thickness is thin relative to diameter and surface shows fine wood grain running across it.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.38 · w 0.33 · h 0.17 (high) - Body surface and grainBody shows alternating light and dark horizontal wood grain bands circling the cylinder; finish is smooth and satin, highlighting natural grain variations.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high) - Interior cavityTop opening reveals a rounded interior cavity that appears dark in the lighting; inner rim is visible where lid rests.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.49 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Fastener or magnetSmall circular metallic element visible on the top rim near the lid contact point, likely a fastener or magnet.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.49 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a neutral textured horizontal surface with soft directional lighting from upper left creating a shadow to the lower right; plain neutral backdrop and visible cast shadow from the product.
- Shot compositionProduct centered in lower half of frame with ample negative space above; camera angle is slightly above product looking down at a shallow angle.
- Background and surfaceNeutral warm beige background and a slightly textured horizontal surface in a similar tone; surface shows subtle texture and tonal variation.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from upper left creating soft shadow cast to lower right and gentle highlights on the lid and body curvature.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with fine visible wood grain and clear edges; no visible text or watermarks.
Colors
warm medium brown· body upper grain bandlight tan· body lower bandreddish medium brown· lid- Overall shapeShort cylinder body with a separate circular flat lid placed offset above the top opening; lid appears to rest on the rim and is shown partially open.
- 03
Product
Round cylindrical wooden salt cellar with a removable circular lid shown partially open; visible smooth finished acacia wood grain with a small round metal magnet or fastener set into the rim.
- Overall shapeCylindrical container with a matching circular lid that sits on top and is shown slightly ajar, revealing the hollow interior.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Lid appearanceFlat, round lid with gently rounded edge and a smooth, slightly glossy finish showing fine linear wood grain running across its surface.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.09 · w 0.49 · h 0.36 (high) - Body finish and grainContainer body shows pronounced acacia wood grain with alternating dark streaks and lighter bands, surface appears smooth and oiled or varnished.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.72 · h 0.56 (high) - InteriorInterior cavity visible where lid is open; interior appears darker and matte compared with exterior finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.26 · w 0.36 · h 0.25 (high) - Small round metal elementSmall circular metallic dot inset into the top rim of the container, likely a magnet or alignment pin.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.43 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (high)
Other
Close-up, slightly elevated three-quarter view on a neutral stone surface with soft directional lighting from upper left producing gentle shadow to lower right.
- Shot compositionClose-up three-quarter top view showing lid at an angle and the container body in foreground; product occupies most of the frame and is cropped slightly at the lower left edge.
- Background and surfaceNeutral textured stone or concrete surface in beige-gray tones used as supporting surface and background.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from upper left creates a highlight on the lid and a soft shadow cast to the lower right of the container.
Colors
warm honey brown· liddark walnut streak· body (darker streaks)light tan wood· body (lighter band)- Overall shapeCylindrical container with a matching circular lid that sits on top and is shown slightly ajar, revealing the hollow interior.
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Customer Reviews
28 total28 reviews · out of 5
Première main de sel
Super pratique pour cuisiner! J’adore
Wood salt cellar
It definitely did not feel like fine craftsmanship. It was okay so I kept it. Looking forward to having my salt displayed in something other than a tacky cardboard box.
Très joli
Très joli
Raffinée
Bel objet sur le comptoir. La couleur est magnifique.
Jolie
Jolie
Acadia wood salt cellar
An exotic wood piece for a salt cellar, love the sliding top too:). Very attractive look on the kitchen counter.
Wonderful
Wonderful
La main de sel bois d’acajou
Très bien j’aime beaucoup et jolie 🤩
Pratique
Pratique
Main de sel de bois
Très jolie, fonctionnelle et rapport qualité prix excellent
Cheap and broken
This arrived broken, where the lid attached. It cracked all around that area. The wood feels very cheap. Not worth it.
Beau cadeau!
Pratique
Beautiful Christmas Gifts paired with
Beautiful Christmas Gifts paired with Acacia Wood Cutting board
Beautiful finish.
Love this purchase. Bigger than I expected but it’s great quality.
Très jolie
Très jolie et pratique
Chic
Chic , abordable et pratique .
Très pratique
Plus grand qu'anticipé. Confection soignée
Beau produit
Excellent rapport qualité prix
Great Design & Look
Love this! Very happy with the purchase.
Salt cellar
The perfect gift for the cook in your family.
Attrayant et pratique
Attrayant et pratique
Not great
The wood looks and feels fairly cheap, it arrived with a scratch on the top of the lid
Awesome quality!
It looks great, wonderful quality. Would highly recommend. This is the second one I have purchased for myself. Have one at home, wanted another for at camp.
Very nice
Chefs and home cooks will like the fine quality look of this.
Nice looking
Pretty salt bowl. Works well. No complaints.
Bol à sel
Tel que l'image et s'ouvre très bien. Le format est parfait.
It is beautiful! I love
It is beautiful! I love it.
Joli
Joli cadeau à offrir à une hôtesse. Ou un hôte. Solide, élégant.