LIVING MATERIAL

Wood is a living material. The properties of a living tree to adjust itself with its living environment following air temperature and humidity also remain as the natural property of the wood used for artifact production.

All Albicantes products are designed and crafted for everyday use. The products are coated with natural tree oils and wax. Direct contact with water is not recommended for any wooden surface though wood can be wiped for cleaning with a wet cloth. The coating keeps the wooden surface naturally lively and protects the material from dust and humidity.

Albicantes vases are compatible with any standard drinking glasses that can be placed inside the wooden vase to contain water, protecting the wood from a direct contact with water. Albicantes vases can thus be used as flower vases without concern for damaging the sensitive wooden surface of the product.

The surface of the wood can be treated at home with wax or oil (e.g. food oils such as olive, sunflower, camomile etc.).