Care & Maintenance

Timber Care
Guide

Ownership Guide

Keep Your Timber
Looking Remarkable.

Timber is a living material — it breathes, responds to humidity and develops character over time. With the right care, your Plummo's piece will outlast you.

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Never Submerge
Do not soak timber pieces in water or put them through a dishwasher. This will crack and warp even the toughest timbers.
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Avoid Direct Heat & Sun
Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or heat sources like heaters causes fading, drying and cracking. Store away from windows.
🫒
Oil Regularly
Food-safe mineral oil or our Timber Board Butter every 3–6 months keeps the grain nourished and the lustre alive.
[ Timber Species We Use ]
Huon PineTasmania, AU
Red Mallee BurlSouth Australia
Black WattleEastern Australia
SheoakWestern Australia
Spotted GumNSW & Queensland
Camphor LaurelSubtropical AU
BanksiaAustralia-wide
MangoQueensland, AU
Silky OakEastern Australia

Step by Step

The Care Process

01
🧽 Clean
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth after use. Remove any food residue promptly. Never use abrasive sponges or chemical cleaners.
02
🫒 Oil
Apply food-safe mineral oil or board butter every 3–6 months. Work it in with a soft cloth in the direction of the grain, leave 20 min, buff off excess.
03
📦 Store
Store away from direct sun, heaters and air conditioning vents. Consistent humidity is your friend. A timber piece that dries out will crack.
04
🔧 Restore
Light surface scratches can be removed with 400-grit sandpaper along the grain, followed by a re-oil. For deeper damage, contact us directly.

By Product Type

Product-Specific Care

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Pens & Writing Instruments

CA-finished pens are highly durable — wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid leaving in direct sun in a hot car as heat can affect acrylic blanks. Re-polish with Brasso if the finish dulls.

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Chopping Boards & Homewares

Hand wash only — never dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Oil with food-safe mineral oil monthly if used frequently. Stand upright to dry, never flat on a wet surface.

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Bar Accessories

Rinse muddlers immediately after use — citrus juices are acidic and will dull the finish over time. Dry promptly. Treat timber bottle stoppers with a light oil annually.

🌊

Resin Art & Decor

Resin pieces are very low maintenance. Wipe with a damp cloth. Avoid sharp impacts on resin edges. Keep out of prolonged UV exposure as it can yellow clear resin over time.

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Furniture & Tables

Use coasters and placemats. Wipe spills immediately. Polish with furniture wax twice a year. For oil-finished tables, re-apply Danish or linseed oil seasonally to keep the grain fed.

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3D Printed Tools

PLA and PETG tools — keep away from direct heat (hot cars, sunlight). Wipe clean after use. Replace if you notice cracking or deformation that could affect accuracy.