Hübsch
Elevate Natural Wood Tray
This is a natural wood tray from Danish brand Hübsch, crafted from responsibly sourced oak wood and veneer. It serves as a versatile serving or decorative tray for everyday use, featuring uniquely shaped legs that elevate it above the surface. Dimensions: 17" x 13.5" x 3.25" (43 x 34 x 8 cm).
- Color
- Natural Wood
- Material
- Oak wood and veneer
- Style
- modern, classic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Serveware > Serving Trays
Specifications
A responsibly sourced oak wood tray with uniquely shaped legs, blending classic elegance with a modern twist.
Responsibly sourced oak wood construction; uniquely shaped legs; versatile for any room in the house.
- Color
- Natural Wood · brown
- Material
- Oak wood and veneer
- Style
- modern, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, homewear
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 17x13.5x3.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Serveware > Serving Trays
Additional Attributes
- responsibly sourced oak
- uniquely shaped legs
- classy look with a modern twist
- perfect for any room
- 17" x 13.5" x 3.25" (43 x 34 x 8 cm)
Product Insights
A lightweight, two-kilogram tray of FSC-certified oak veneer and solid oak over MDF, hand-assembled with arched legs that double as sculpture whether empty or holding a full dinner plate and glass. The eight-point base stays stable on duvets or lap surfaces, and the finish is food-safe. But the thin veneer and MDF core demand perpetual care: scratches, sustained heat above ~160°F, or moisture left standing cause permanent damage—white blush, swelling, or loosened leg joints—while the 2 kg frame, lighter than solid oak, risks joint stress under heavy loads on uneven surfaces.
Verified claims
- Construction
- Oak veneer and solid oak details over an MDF core.
- Surface
- Thin veneer: scratches, heat, or moisture cause permanent damage.
- Manufacturing
- FSC-certified oak and handmade construction.
- Weight
- At 2 kg, lighter than solid oak; stable but leg joints stressed under heavy load.
- Moisture
- Moisture that breaches the veneer at a scratch or edge causes permanent MDF swelling, so dry the tray immediately after wiping.
- Heat
- Sustained heat above ~160°F can soften glue and cause permanent white blush.
- Structural
- Setting the tray down on an uneven surface under heavy load can stress the leg attachments over time.
- Size versatility
- Fits bathroom counters, coffee tables, and lap dining surfaces with room for a full dinner plate and glass.
- Sculptural decor
- Elevate's arched legs create a decorative sculpture when the tray is empty.
- Stability
- Four-point leg base keeps the tray stable on soft surfaces like duvets.
- Craftsmanship
- Precision shaping and hand-assembly give the legs an artisanal character.
- Portability
- 2 kg tray can be carried one-handed and fits standard side tables.
- Functionality
- Sculptural legs and 17x13.5 size enable stable lap use and all-room display.
- Sustainability
- FSC-certified oak and hand assembly ensure ethical sourcing and artisanal quality.
- Design philosophy
- Raised legs and handmade build embody Hübsch's design philosophy.
- Cleaning
- Clean only with mild soap and a damp cloth, dry immediately; not dishwasher safe.
- Food safety
- The finish is food-safe for direct food contact.
- Coffee-table profile
- The tray's 3.25-inch leg elevation clears low lap obstacles and its 17-inch length remains compact enough to serve as a coffee-table anchor without dominating the table.
- Warp resistance
- The MDF core resists the grain-related warping that can affect solid wood, keeping the tray flat and level on a counter.
- Construction
- The tray is not solid oak throughout; it is built from an MDF core with an oak veneer and solid oak details.
- Repairability
- Once a scratch or burn penetrates the thin oak veneer to the MDF core, the surface cannot be sanded or refinished.
Product record
- Title
- Elevate Natural Wood Tray
- Brand
- Hübsch
- Price
- 148 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Styling a decorative tray for any room
This natural oak tray with uniquely shaped legs can serve as a decorative piece around the home, with a classy look that has a modern twist. Use it to add an elegant touch to a room, whether on a coffee table, shelf, or vanity, while keeping everyday items together.[1,3]
Serving drinks with the Elevate Natural Wood Tray
Use this rectangular natural wood tray to serve drinks and refreshments to guests, whether that's glassware with a bottle, citrus fruit, and an ice bowl, or a carafe and bowl set out on the table. Its low raised edges help keep items contained as you carry them, and the natural wood finish suits both light and darker tabletops.[4,5]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Elevate Natural Wood Tray: Choose this if you want a responsibly sourced, FSC-certified oak serving tray with an elevated look — it is handmade, measures 17 x 13.5 x 3.25 inches, and has a shallow rectangular well with a raised rim resting on feet. Its smooth light-oak grain and classy, modern styling (per the seller) suit use in any room of the house. Note it comes only in the taupe, one-size variant, and the manufacturer lists MDF alongside oak wood and veneer in its construction.[1,2,3,4,5] | Grand Marble Trays Set Of 2: Choose this if you want a set of two full-marble serving trays in a dark charcoal tone with light natural veining and a matte to low-sheen finish, presented by the retailer for serving drinks or snacks or as a decorative centerpiece. The pair includes a small tray measuring about 11.75 by 6 by 0.75 inches and a noticeably larger one at 19.75 by 9.75 by 1.5 inches, both rectangular with straight edges, right-angle corners, and an integral raised rim forming a shallow surface. Note that the low walls and flat interiors make these shallow trays best suited to flat serving or display rather than containing loose or deep items.[6,7,8] | Ripple Frosted/brass Tiered Stand: Choose this if you want a two-tier glass and iron stand for serving or display: it suits kitchen use for fresh fruit and baked goods, bathroom soaps, or bedroom jewellery, with a smaller ribbed top tier over a larger smooth frosted bottom tier on a brass-finish rod. The retailer describes its clear and frosted glass with golden metal as creating an elegant, soft look, and the glass is indicated as mouth blown and handmade. Note that it requires assembly, is not dishwasher, microwave, or oven safe, and measures about 11.75 inches in diameter and 12.25 inches high.[9,10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Rectangular natural wood serving tray with low raised edges and an integrated crossed pedestal support visible underneath; smooth, light-to-medium wood grain finish.
- Tray shapeRectangular shallow tray with straight vertical sidewalls and a flat bottom visible from this angle.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.45 · w 0.47 · h 0.30 (high) - Raised rimNarrow raised rim formed by the sidewall boards running around the perimeter, thickness visible along the top edge.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.45 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Pedestal supportTwo crossed rectangular pedestal pieces under the tray forming an elevated base, one cross-member visible at the front-right corner.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.71 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high) - Joinery detailButted corner joints where sidewalls meet the end panels, with a visible seam at the corner near the front-right.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Surface finishSmooth, matte or lightly satin wood surface showing a subtle straight grain and warm natural tone.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.50 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Occlusion by propsPortion of the tray interior is occupied by a glass bowl with ice, a bottle, and fruit which obscure parts of the tray floor.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.48 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene: tray placed on a pale blue horizontal surface against a vertically-pleated light curtain background; glassware, a bottle, citrus fruit, and a clear bowl with ice are arranged on and beside the tray. Soft even lighting with mild shadows.
- Background and surfacePale vertical fabric curtain backdrop in a very light mint or off-white and a flat pale blue table surface under the tray.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high) - Glass bowl with iceClear glass bowl containing crushed ice and a white serving spoon positioned on the right side of the tray.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Bottle and small bottleTall glass bottle with amber liquid and a smaller capped bottle partially behind it, both standing inside the tray near the back-right corner.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.33 (high) - Citrus fruitTwo citrus fruits (one orange, one yellow) resting on the tray interior near the left side of the tray opening.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.57 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Stemmed glasses with garnishTwo clear stemmed coupe glasses placed on the surface in front of the tray, each containing a thin round orange slice at the bottom.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused lighting from the front-left creating mild soft shadows under the tray and glassware.
Colors
light oak· tray wood#EB9402- Tray shapeRectangular shallow tray with straight vertical sidewalls and a flat bottom visible from this angle.
- 02
Product
Rectangular natural wood tray with a shallow recessed platform, raised on three narrow rectangular wooden feet; smooth light oak grain finish and mitered or butt joint rim visible along edges.
- Overall shapeRectangular shallow tray with a flat recessed surface and a raised outer rim running around all four sides.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.84 · h 0.30 (high) - Material and finishLight natural wood with visible straight grain and a smooth matte or satin finish.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Rim detailFlat rectangular rim/profile approximately the same thickness on all sides, forming a shallow well on the tray surface.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.56 · w 0.78 · h 0.20 (high) - Feet / elevationThree narrow rectangular wooden feet visible under the tray, elevating it above the surface; feet are oriented perpendicular to the long side of the tray.
3 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible jointsSeam where the rim meets the tray surface visible along the inner edge; corner joints appear square and clean without decorative joinery visible.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.56 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (medium) - OcclusionPart of the tray's left and right edges are visible; front edge and three feet are fully visible while some underside is shadowed.
Other
Lifestyle scene on a dark tabletop with a glass carafe and amber glass bowl placed on the tray; neutral wall, framed art, and black chairs visible in the background; soft directional lighting from upper right casting shadows under objects.
- Carafe propTransparent faceted glass carafe with narrow cylindrical neck and wider geometric base placed on the left side of the tray.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.50 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Bowl propRibbed amber glass bowl containing round orange fruit items placed on the right side of the tray.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Table surfaceMatte black or very dark tabletop providing high contrast against the light wood tray.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.64 · w 1.00 · h 0.36 (high) - Background elementsOut-of-focus neutral wall with a framed print or poster at upper left and two black curved-back chairs partially visible behind the tray.
3 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.02 · y 0.44 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.68 · y 0.38 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from upper right producing gentle highlights on the glass and subtle shadow under the tray and props.
Colors
natural light oak· tray surface and rim#D4A373natural light oak· feet#D5AB7B- Overall shapeRectangular shallow tray with a flat recessed surface and a raised outer rim running around all four sides.
- 03
Product
Rectangular shallow wooden tray with raised perimeter walls and three rectangular support slats visible underneath, finished in a light natural wood grain.
- Overall shapeLow-profile rectangular tray with a flat base and shallow straight perimeter walls forming a continuous rim around the top surface.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.45 · w 0.94 · h 0.36 (high) - Perimeter wall constructionPerimeter walls are thin, vertically oriented boards attached to the base creating a raised rim about the same thickness as the tray sides.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.47 · w 0.90 · h 0.18 (high) - Support slats undertrayThree rectangular wooden support slats run perpendicular to the tray long axis and are visible beneath the base, lifting the tray off the surface.
3 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.70 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.70 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.70 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible wood grainSurface shows a consistent light wood grain pattern across the base and sides with linear grain lines following the long axis of the tray.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.47 · w 0.90 · h 0.28 (high) - Edge and corner detailCorners appear cleanly joined with flush outer faces; top rim edges are square rather than rounded.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.45 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.79 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a seamless white background with soft shadow beneath the tray; image shows the tray from a low front-right angle.
- Shot compositionTray photographed on a plain white background, centered horizontally and occupying the lower half of the frame, viewed from a low front-right vantage so the top surface and underside supports are visible.
- Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting with a soft shadow visible under and slightly behind the tray, indicating a light source from above and slightly front-left.Partial
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.75 · w 0.60 · h 0.15 (medium) - Image qualityCrisp, high-resolution product image with clear detail and no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
light natural oak· tray body and supports#E4C3A3- Overall shapeLow-profile rectangular tray with a flat base and shallow straight perimeter walls forming a continuous rim around the top surface.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Great stand out on coffee table
This tray looks so elegant and it is unique. No other store has one like it.