Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Serving Slab?
What is a Serving Slab made of?
What are some of the uses for a Serving Slab?
What does the Serving Slab use for feet?
How should I care for my Serving Slab?
Can I put my Serving Slab in the microwave to warm up my appetizers?
Can I put my Serving Slab in my conventional oven to warm up my appetizers?
Can I put my Serving Slab in my refrigerator to chill it?
I see knives in the pictures, what are those?
What shapes do the Serving Slabs come in and can I get a specific shape made, such as the shape of the state of Texas?
Can you customize left over pieces of granite from the countertop I have in my home?
Do you accept international orders or accept payment other than U.S. Dollars?
These look heavy, how much is shipping?
What about a warranty?
Is it really safe to put food on a Serving Slab?
How do we become a retailer?
What is a Serving Slab?
A Serving Slab is a hand crafted, reclaimed stone serving tray, used to display your hors d'oeuvres or centerpieces in a unique way to you and your guests.
What is a Serving Slab made of?
Most Serving Slabs are made of natural reclaimed stone countertops, either granite, marble, limestone or some are crushed glass or recycled stone pressed together. Thickness is typically 3cm (just over 1 inch) with a hand chiseled edge. Some reclaimed product we get is 2cm thick. Most surfaces are polished but some are honed finishes which is similar to a mat finish. They come in many different sizes and shapes, in fact they are like snowflakes, none are alike and all are unique. Each piece is one of a kind.
What are some of the uses for a Serving Slab?
A Serving Slab has many uses, some of which are for serving cheese and crackers, sushi, hummis, chips and salsa, brie, used as a trivet. It can also be used as a piece of art in your home. The uses are almost limitless. Get in touch if you want to share your ideas, we're always interested!
What does the Serving Slab use for feet?
A Serving Slab's feet are all natural river rock adhered to the bottom of the slab, and they stand about 1/2 inch to 1 inch tall. Felt is applied to each rock to protect surfaces. We hand select each set of rocks for every Serving Slab.
How should I care for my Serving Slab?
A Serving Slab is an all natural product, so particular care needs to be taken to not harm it. Please only use antibacterial soap and water to clean the stone. On a bi-annual basis (twice per year), the serving surface should be sealed with a granite/stone sealer to maintain the seal and beauty. You can obtain this kind of sealer from places like Home Depot, Lowes, True Value, etc.
Can I put my Serving Slab in the microwave to warm up my appetizers?
NO! The Serving Slab is an all natural product and should not be exposed to microwave rays.
Can I put my Serving Slab in my conventional oven to warm up my appetizers?
YES! The Serving Slab can be placed in a cold oven, the stone can warmed from room temperature slowly to a maximum of 120 degrees fahrenheit. Make sure to use potholders to get it out of the oven! Also be aware when heating it, the felt feet may come loose.
Can I put my Serving Slab in my refrigerator to chill it?
YES! The Serving Slab can be chilled from room temperature to help maintain the coolness of cheeses, sushi, fruits, veggies or anything else you want to keep chilled while being served. Often times you may want to prepare everything ahead of time, place it on the Serving Slab and place the entire thing in the fridge. Pull it out when your guests arrive and wallah, you're not stuck in the kitchen!
I see knives in the pictures, what are those?
For many Serving Slabs, we include a bamboo spreader for you to show off when you serve hors d'oeuvres. The spreaders are certified organically grown and produced by a Fair Trade Organization. And did you know that bamboo is the most quickly renewable plant on earth? Yes it is.
What shapes do the Serving Slabs come in and can I get a specific shape made, such as the shape of the state of Texas?
Serving Slabs come in all kinds of shapes because of the nature of stone and the hand chiseling process. We can try but can not guarantee that the shape you request can be accomplished. Sometimes when the stone is chiseled, it can crack and separate at unwanted places rendering a specific shape null and void. It can get very expensive to accomplish this, and all special orders of this nature are priced on a case by case basis. We never say never!
Can you customize left over pieces of granite from the countertop I have in my home?
Yes, we do this on a regular basis. Please contact us to discuss what you would like us to do for you.
Do you accept international orders or accept payment other than U.S. Dollars?
At this time we accept orders shipping domestically in the Continental U.S. and paid with U.S. Dollars via our online shopping cart. We also accept purchases/orders by phone or in person by appointment in Salida Colorado.
These look heavy, how much is shipping?
Depending on what you order, yes they can be heavy, but not to worry! We have very reasonable rates set up for domestic shipments via UPS. Rates vary depending on the size and weight of the piece that you select and you can get a shipping quote before you check out. Please note that we can not ship to PO Boxes.
What about a warranty if something goes awry?
If you purchased it directly from us, call or use the Contact Us page to get in touch and we'll discuss how to get you fixed up. If you purchased it from and had one of our retail partners ship it for you, please contact that store directly.
Is it really safe to put food on a Serving Slab?
The FDA has approved our products, they are completly safe for use as intended.