From idea to final product: the development of our rotating pizza board made of rubberwood
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From idea to final product: the development of our rotating pizza board made of rubberwood
A good product doesn’t just happen. It takes time, testing and attention to detail. At THINGS-TO-BUY we wanted to develop a rotating pizza board that is not only stylish, but also really practical to use. It had to be stable during cutting, comfortable to turn and versatile at the table. And we succeeded – but not without a few important steps along the way.
First test: bamboo vs. rubberwood
We started with two test samples:
One made of bamboo , light and sleek design
One of rubberwood , heavier and more robust
We soon noticed that the bamboo version was too light. When cutting, the board easily slid away – and that is of course not what you want when you are dividing a hot pizza. The rubberwood model was sturdier, but also a bit on the heavy side and with a base plate of 15 cm just not stable enough.
Practically further developed
We took a close look at the design and made three important adjustments:
Base plate enlarged to 20 cm for extra stability
Number of rubber feet increased from 4 to 6 , so that the board stands firmly and does not slide
Optimal thickness of 1.8 cm chosen for balance between firmness and a comfortable height
With these adjustments the board got exactly the right grip, balance and look. It turns smoothly, remains stable and looks good on the table.
More than just a pizza board
Although we started with the idea of a revolving pizza plate, we quickly realized that this plate is suitable for many more situations. Think of serving:
Tapas or snacks
Cake and pastries
Cheese platters during an evening with friends
The engraved cutting grooves make it extra handy for pizza, but don't get in the way when using the board in other ways.
Durable, stable and multifunctional – exactly what you are looking for in a product for everyday use.
Would you like to experience it yourself?
View the pizza board in the webshop