Olive wood spoon rest product image (primary)
A small carved olive wood spoon rest with a shallow oval depression and visible wood grain and natural edge contours.

Danica

Olive Wood Spoon Rest

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CA$15.00CAD
In Stock

This is a single-piece olive wood spoon rest, a kitchen tool for holding cooking utensils and preventing countertop messes. It features a shallow carved oval bowl with a raised rim and natural edge contours, smooth-polished to highlight the wood's unique grain. Made of genuine olive wood, it measures 3.5 x 5 inches (9 x 12.5 cm).

Material
Olive wood
Category
Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Spoon Rests

Color

Assorted

Size

ONE SIZE

Specifications

A natural olive wood spoon rest with unique grain pattern to keep the counter clean during meal preparation.

Keeps counter clean; unique natural wood grain

Material
Olive wood
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Spoon Rests

Additional Attributes

  • unique grain
  • natural
  • warm touch
  • keeps counter clean
  • Canadian brand
  • genuine natural wood

Product Insights

This $15 olive wood spoon rest from Danica is a durable, handcrafted piece with a Janka hardness of 2,710 lbf that resists denting from metal utensils, yet it requires hand washing and regular oiling every 4–6 weeks to maintain its moisture resistance and develop a deepening patina over a 10+ year lifespan. Sustainably sourced from pruned branches, each rest has a unique grain with varied colors and figures, but it is only for utensils—not hot pots—and its 5-inch holder may not fully cradle longer spoons.

Verified claims

Hardness
Janka hardness 2,710 lbf resists denting and scratching from metal utensils.
Moisture resistance
Olive wood withstands frequent soaking without warping.
Maintenance
Hand wash and oil every 4–6 weeks with food-grade mineral oil.
Longevity
Proper care yields 10+ year lifespan, more than double acacia's.
Grain
Unique grain per rest: varied colors, dark streaks, and occasional curly or burl figure.
Wood comparison
Olive wood grain is more expressive and decorative than acacia, teak, or bamboo.
Cleaning
Hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately; never soak.
Oiling
Apply food-grade mineral oil every 4–6 weeks; avoid vegetable oils.
Patina
Olive wood's patina deepens with regular oiling, making each piece richer and more unique over years.
Teak comparison
Olive wood's grain deepens with patina, offering warmer decor than teak but with less moisture resistance.
Sourcing
Sustainably sourced from olive wood pruned from non-bearing branches.
Finish
Untreated natural wood with no sealants.
Durability
Rated Excellent with a 10+ year lifespan — more than double bamboo's.
Value
$15 CAD with 10+ year lifespan, reducing per-year cost vs acacia or bamboo.
Handle clearance
A typical 12–15 inch spoon's handle extends past the 5-inch rest.
Use case
Intended only for utensils — not hot pots or pans.
Heat resistance
Direct heat can scorch or crack the wood — use only as a utensil rest.
Stain absorption
Absorbs food oils and sauces; mineral oil every 4–6 weeks limits stains and builds patina.
Handcrafted variation
Handcrafted carving from natural wood creates slight variation in shape and thickness between pieces.

Product record

Title
Olive Wood Spoon Rest
Brand
Danica
Price
15 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

2 images
Olive wood spoon rest product image (primary)
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Product

A small carved olive wood spoon rest with a shallow oval depression and visible wood grain and natural edge contours.

  • Overall shapeSingle-piece carved wooden rest with an asymmetrical oval footprint and a shallow central bowl carved to receive a utensil.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.22 · w 0.50 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Edge and profileRaised rim around the depression with a gently sloping lip and a slightly irregular outer edge following the wood's natural contours.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.22 · w 0.50 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Surface textureSmooth, polished surface showing pronounced olive wood grain patterns, knots, and swirling growth rings.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.27 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high)
  • FinishMatte to low-sheen polished finish with visible color variation following the wood grain.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.27 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Occlusion by propA large stainless steel spoon is resting in the carved depression and partially covers the central area of the spoon rest.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high)

Other

Image shows the spoon rest staged on a waffle-knit cream textile atop a wooden surface; a stainless steel serving spoon is used as a prop. Soft directional lighting creates mild shadows and reflections on the spoon.

  • Prop spoonLarge polished stainless steel spoon with a reflective bowl and a flat rectangular neck; handle extends out of frame to the left.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.30 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Background surfaceCream-colored waffle-weave textile placemat with a regular raised square pattern covering most of the image area.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.86 (high)
  • Supporting tableNarrow visible strip of darker wood table at the bottom edge of the image beneath the textile.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.86 · w 1.00 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Lighting and reflectionsSoft, diffuse directional light from upper left producing subtle shadows under the spoon rest and clear reflections on the spoon bowl.
  • Shot compositionClose-up angled top view showing the spoon rest near the upper-right quadrant and the utensil extending toward the left edge; image is vertically oriented.

Colors

warm olive brown· wood body#AD7A4B
Olive wood spoon rest product image 2
02

Product

A single carved olive-wood spoon rest with a shallow oval bowl and a short tapered projection at one end; visible natural wood grain and a smooth, hand-carved surface.

  • Overall shapeShallow oval dish with a gently concave cavity and a short tapered projection on the left side resembling a small handle or pouring tip.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.50 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Material and finishSingle-piece carved wood with a smooth, sanded finish and visible tool marks or subtle carving texture inside the cavity.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.52 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Wood grain patternProminent irregular grain and darker streaks running across the surface, creating banded and swirled patterns throughout the dish.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.50 · w 0.38 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Edge profileThin rounded rim around the bowl with slightly thicker carved thickness at the projection/tip.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.46 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Visible imperfectionsSmall natural knots and darker spots in the wood visible on the left projection and along the front rim.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)

Other

Low-angle close-up photograph of the spoon rest placed on a textured white knit surface with a blurred wooden background; soft diffused lighting casts a gentle shadow beneath the product.

  • Background surfaceThick white ribbed or waffle-knit fabric used as a staging surface beneath the product.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.50 · w 1.00 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Supporting surface behindBlurred wooden tabletop visible in the upper portion of the image, out of focus.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Shot composition and angleLow-front perspective slightly angled to the right, centering the spoon rest in the lower half of the frame with shallow depth of field.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting from above or front-left producing a soft shadow under the front edge of the spoon rest and mild highlights on the rim.

Colors

warm golden brown· main body#CA9464dark chestnut streaks· grain and streaks#7B4D2C

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https://www.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/kitchenware/kitchen-utensils-accessories/olive-wood-spoon-rest--5690-4262110?colourId=0
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