Wicker Trays
Because our wicker basket trays are handmade by artisans, each piece is unique and able to withstand a lifetime of wear and tear and general use. However, you may order one of our wicker trays with a machine-washable cloth lining to allow you to clean your tray easily, or to add a touch of authenticity to each piece.
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Wicker Trays For Every Day
Whatever shape or size you’re looking for, our skilfully crafted basket trays are a practical and stylish way to display items or to use as a handy storage solution. Clear away the surface clutter and keep it contained with our stylish trays.
What is a Wicker Basket Tray Used For?
A stylish basket tray is a versatile item that can be used to serve appetisers and desserts or to present a grazing table or posh picnic. Even jewellery, trinkets or general household items can find their way from surfaces into our wicker trays, helping you to keep your household tidy. Wicker basket trays also make for a great decorative piece for your coffee or dining room table.
Basket Tray Styles
Here at Northern Willow, we offer almost every conceivable shape, size and colour of wicker tray. We offer a selection of classic natural looks and linings, as well as more modern coloured variants. Can’t decide on just one? Don’t worry, we also sell them in sets! And since they’re the same beautiful handmade wicker we specialise in, they’ll match wonderfully with all of our other storage solutions.
Wicker Tray FAQs
A stylish wicker basket tray is a versatile item that can be used to serve appetisers and desserts or to present a grazing table or posh picnic. Even jewellery, trinkets or general household items can find their way from surfaces into our wicker trays, helping you to keep your household tidy. Wicker basket trays also make for a great decorative piece for your coffee or dining room table.
Yes, wicker trays can be used for serving food, but it's essential to line them with a food-safe liner or napkin to prevent direct contact between the food and the wicker material. Some wicker trays may also have a protective coating to make them more suitable for serving food.
Here at Northern Willow, we make sure to balance sustainable paper-based materials with naturally growing plant fibres such as Rattan, Willow or even Water Hyacinth.
Each fibre has its unique characteristics. From touch, weight and even smell, wicker is a catch-all term for many different naturally occurring fibres that can be woven together into many useful products.
Our wicker trays are no different. Each style and variety can be matched to any earthy colours in your home, to help keep items stored stylishly.
Wicker trays can be used to store lightweight to moderately heavy items such as magazines, blankets, or decorative items. However, they may not be suitable for storing extremely heavy or bulky items, as this could cause the wicker to warp or break.
Wicker is a natural material so shouldn’t come into contact with water for prolonged periods. If your basket tray gets wet dry as soon as possible to preserve the life of your basket.
To clean a wicker tray, use a soft brush or cloth to remove any dust or debris. For deeper cleaning, you can gently wipe the tray with a damp cloth and mild soap solution. Avoid soaking the wicker in water to prevent damage.