Calebs Handmade Hot Plate

Description:

Some kitchen tools are simply tools.

Others feel like they carry a story.

Looking for something that protects your surfaces but still feels beautiful enough to leave out on the bench?

This handcrafted wooden hot plate does exactly that. Made from a mix of natural timbers and finished with a food safe oil, each piece highlights the unique colours and grain of the wood. No two are ever the same.

It’s strong enough for sizzling pans and fresh-from-the-oven dishes, yet warm and timeless enough to feel like part of your kitchen, not something you hide away.

Form and function, made slowly and made with care. A practical piece you’ll reach for every day.

Great for:

🔥 Hot pots, pans, and oven dishes straight from the stove or oven

🍲 Serving casseroles, baking dishes, or shared meals at the table

🏡 Protecting benches, dining tables, and countertops from heat marks

🌱 Replacing cork or plastic trivets with a natural, long-lasting option

🎁 Thoughtful gifts alongside our handmade wooden spoon range

♿ Easy to grip and reposition for people with reduced hand strength or dexterity

Features:

🌲 Handcrafted from mixed natural timbers

✨ Every piece is one of a kind with unique grain patterns

🛡️ Thick, sturdy build for reliable heat protection

🪵 Smooth edges and comfortable rounded corners

🍽️ Finished with food safe oil to nourish and protect the wood

🇳🇿 Made locally in Otorohunga with pride and care

About the maker: Caleb is a young adult from Otorohunga with Cerebral Palsy, he has a passion and interest in wood crafts, and grass karting. Caleb makes hand made wood carved items from scratch. 

Image Description: A square trivet made from multiple strips of natural wood in different tones is shown at an angle on a white background. The edges are smooth and rounded, highlighting the handcrafted joinery.

Details:

Material: Wood

Size: 21cm (L) x 19.5cm (W) x 3cm (D)

Weight: 566 grams Approx

Package includes: 1x Hot Plate 

How to Use:

🔥 Place on your bench, table, or countertop before setting down hot pots, pans, or baking dishes

🍲 Set cookware directly onto the surface to protect against heat marks and scratches

🍽️ Use as a serving base for casseroles, teapots, or shared dishes at the table

🪵 Flip or rotate occasionally for even wear over time

🌿 Enjoy as both a functional trivet and a beautiful everyday kitchen piece

Care Instructions:  

💧 Hand wash with warm water and mild soap

🧻 Dry completely after cleaning

📍 Store with airflow (avoid trapping moisture)

🛑 No dishwasher and no soaking

🪄 Refresh with food safe mineral oil when wood looks dry

🍋 Lemon and salt can help remove light stains or odours