Handcrafted wooden bowls are appropriate for traditional and contemporary homes. Woodworking techniques are employed to create beautiful and utilitarian wooden bowls. The flawless design and the finish make wood bowls a highly sought-after kitchen accessory.

Wooden bowls are used to serve and store snacks, dry fruits, fruits, salads etc. Wooden bowls are also available with exotically carved wooden lids. Made mostly out of Sheesham wood, the wooden bowls are often veneered or inlaid with designs and attractive banding.

During the festive season, wooden bowls act as attractive gift boxes. Wooden bowls are also an integral part of corporate gift hampers.

Woods Used
Highly-skilled artisans handcraft the wooden bowls out of

• Maple: It is a finely textured wood variety with immense strength and hardness. It machines well with moderate shrinkage.
  
  
• Cherry: Being close-grained, this type of hardwood resists warping and shrinking. The wood has a distinct feature of reddening, when exposed to sunlight. It ages well and is extensively used in making of wooden furniture.
  
  
• Walnut: It is a very strong and finely textured hardwood. The lumber resists shrinking and warping and is very easy to work with.
  
  
• Red oak: It is an exclusive variety of hardwood. Oak possesses good bending qualities in addition to its durability. It finishes well and resists moisture absorption.
  
  
• Rosewood: It is very hard and has a dark reddish brown color. It is fragrant and close grained. It is hard to work and takes high polish .
  
  
• Shesham: It is a rich medium brown wood with deep grains. It is a part of the rosewood family. The wood variety is highly durable and easily carved.

Sizes
Wooden bowls came in three sizes : Large size having diameter of 15'' ; Medium size having diameter of 12''; Small size having diameter of 10''.

Designs
Wooden bowls are embellished with carves lace work, brass inlay work, white inlay work and paintings. Floral patterns and motifs form the main themes of inlay work. Exotic wooden bowls made of Sheesham wood are artistically designed with floral brass inlay work on the rims and the outer walls. For traditional and coeval homes handcrafted wooden bowls are the best option. They look beautiful as well as are utilitarian items. This kitchen accessory is in demand always. Exotic carving of wooden lids are available in wooden bowls. They are inlayed with artistic designs and paintings. They are wonderful gifts. They can be a part of corporate gift halters.


Textures and Finish
Wooden bowls are artistically designed using floral patterns or brass inlay work. Over the outer walls and rims of bowl carving is done. They have smooth texture. They are mostly hand finished. Common finishes used on wooden bowls are :

• Natural wood finish
• White inlay finish
• Varnish
• Shellac
• High-gloss finish

Manufacturing Areas
Wooden bowls are manufactured in Uttar Pradesh, Orissa, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Kashmir, West Bengal.

Export Market
Wooden bowls are much in demand the world over.