What it does
A fitted insert that drops into an existing tray or safe drawer, turning a plain surface into seats for specific pieces.
Lacquered wood on a tray insert, specifically
A wooden insert is for holding hard goods in a wooden tray. Anything with a polished face needs a soft facing on top of the wood.
Getting the proportion right
The insert is cut to the tray, so the tray dimensions come first. A standard insert in a non-standard tray leaves gaps where pieces travel.
How wood display is made
Wood is machined and finished rather than covered, so the shape is cut from solid or from a veneered core and then sealed. That makes tolerances tighter than on a wrapped form, and it makes changes after tooling more expensive.
Where it is used
Safe drawers, counter trays and existing display furniture.
Wood under case lighting
A satin-sealed wood surface throws a soft reflection that reads warm, which flatters gold and works against platinum. A matt seal removes most of that and is the safer specification for a mixed-metal case.
The mistake to avoid
Inserts for safe drawers have to allow for the drawer runner clearance, which is easy to forget when measuring the opening.
Why lacquered wood
Lacquered wood display has weight and it makes a sound when it is set down. It reads as furniture rather than as a prop.
Dust dry. A gloss lacquer shows fingerprints under window lighting; a satin lacquer does not.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | The insert is cut to the tray, so the tray dimensions come first. |
| Lacquered wood colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Lacquered wood on this form | A wooden insert is for holding hard goods in a wooden tray. |
Frequently asked questions
Can tray inserts be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the lacquered wood is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do tray inserts come in?
They are made to your dimensions. The insert is cut to the tray, so the tray dimensions come first. A standard insert in a non-standard tray leaves gaps where pieces travel.
Is lacquered wood a good choice for a tray insert?
A wooden insert is for holding hard goods in a wooden tray. Anything with a polished face needs a soft facing on top of the wood.
What goes wrong most often with tray inserts?
Inserts for safe drawers have to allow for the drawer runner clearance, which is easy to forget when measuring the opening.
Can tray inserts be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same lacquered wood and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your tray inserts
Tell us your case or window height, what the tray inserts have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.