willow trunk 80 cm

The willow trunk

A great classic of traditional wickerwork, this trunk has been chosen to be 80 cm long, a common size for storing all sorts of things: shoes in the hallway, toys in the bedroom, plaids and blankets in the living room, books and archives in the attic... Our willow trunk is fitted here with a sturdy snap-on lid.

Willow, rattan, what's the difference?

Rattan is a tropical plant (85% comes from Indonesia) related to the palm family that produces a "cane" that is easy to bend (with steam). Rattan allows for tighter curves and finer weaves than willow, but being less rigid, it requires a heavier frame.

Willow grows easily throughout Europe. It does not require any plant protection products or fertilizer. The harvest is completely regenerated each year, so it is a very easily renewable resource. Peeled hot ("buff" willow with natural copper tones) or cold ("white" willow), it is most often presented untreated, the willow fibre leaving its smooth and satiny surface to appear "au naturel".

Characteristics and options

Overall dimensions: height 47 x width 85cm (80 cm without handles) x depth 48. Weight: 5.2 kg. Interior dimensions (useful volume): 40 x 70 x 39 cm high. Entirely woven in natural buff willow (no varnish or stain). Made in Europe.

A wicker basket is not really made to resist to bad weather, persistent humidity, frost, or too long exposure to the sun. Also, each piece is woven by hand. Dimensional differences of 1 to 2 cm can be observed, no two are exactly alike.

Maintenance: dust with a soft brush, avoid commercial cleaning products. In the event of heavy soiling, you can exceptionally rinse with water and brush with Marseille soap.