| Don Beamish |
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A native of Cape Breton, Don Beamish has been managing the Larch Wood Enterprises flooring and woodworking mill since it opened in the early ‘90’s. The unique design for the cutting boards was developed for the owner of the mill when the countertops for his new home were not ready in time for Thanksgiving a few years ago. The guests were so enamored by the boards that the craftsmen began to entertain the idea of designing and producing them. Don uses larch wood - also known as tamarack and hackmatack - which is from the only deciduous conifer in North America. The hardest of the softwoods, larch is amazingly resistant to water and decay, making the boards very durable.
Don is intrigued by the occurrence of “the golden rectangle” in nature, music, architecture and art. The “golden rectangle” is a mathematical concept that leads to an esthetically appealing and infinite design. It has been incorporated in the ancient pyramids and the Mona Lisa; and now in Don Beamish’s larch wood cutting boards. Care Instructions: Rub down with lemon and salt to remove any build up. Treat with beeswax or vegetable oil. |
