Made to Order — Heritage Striped Serving Tray with Hidden NFC Smart Tag | Walnut & Hard Maple

The Intersection of Substance and Style. A statement piece for the high-traffic kitchen and the curated table. The Heritage Striped Tray pairs the deep, chocolate tones of American Black Walnut with the architectural precision of Hard Northern Maple — and, hidden beneath a contrasting-wood inlay on the back, an embedded NFC smart tag that links it to a story all its own.

At a substantial 1.75" thickness, this tray carries a sense of permanence and heft that mass-produced boards simply cannot replicate. It's a workhorse for the serious cook and a sophisticated canvas for the modern host.

Specifications

• Dimensions: Approximately 12" × 18" — a generous surface for full-scale charcuterie or nightly meal prep.
• Substance: A massive 1.75" profile ensures stability and a lifetime of resistance against warping.
• Hardware: Rugged metal handles for a secure grip and an industrial-meets-organic aesthetic.
• Finish: Hand-rubbed with food-safe oils to a buttery, matte luster that highlights the natural rhythm of the grain.

The Hidden Smart Tag — A Living Connection, Built In

Turn the tray over and you'll find a small contrasting-wood inlay set flush into the back — part of the craft, not bolted on. Beneath it sits an embedded NFC chip. Tap it with any smartphone (no app to download) and a private page opens, unique to your tray and powered by our Tapped platform.

That page is a living menu we can update at any time:

• A personal message — ideal when your tray is a wedding, housewarming, or anniversary gift.
• The story of its build — the wood species, the maker who shaped it, and the day it was finished in our Leo, Indiana workshop.
• Care & keeping — illustrated oiling and washing guides, always a tap away.

Because the page lives online, the story never goes stale — it can grow with the piece long after it leaves our bench.

Care

Hand wash with mild soap, dry immediately, and refresh with food-safe board oil every few months. Never soak or put in the dishwasher. The full care & keeping guide lives on your tray's smart-tag page — just tap to open it anytime.

Personalization

Consistent with the Charis Studios philosophy, this tray is a baseline for your story. We offer precision laser engraving for family crests, brand logos, or meaningful dates: after checkout, reply to your order confirmation with your details and we'll send a digital proof before we cut.