How to Make Premium Wooden QR Menu Holders (with Templates)
Plastic table tents can feel cheap. If you run a steakhouse, a wine bar, or a cozy cafe, you want materials that match your vibe. Wood brings warmth and quality.
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The "Plastic Kills the Vibe" Issue
You've spent money on solid wood tables and leather chairs. Why put a flimsy plastic stand in the center of it? It breaks the immersion.
Details matter. Customers notice when everything feels premium—right down to the menu holder.
The Wooden Block Solution
A simple wooden block with a slot for a card, or a laser-engraved QR code on wood, looks incredible. It feels permanent and substantial.
You can buy these on Etsy for $15 each, OR you can make them for about $1 each.
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DIY Guide
Materials:
- 1x2 Hardwood Strip (Oak or Walnut looks best)
- Table Saw or Handsaw
- Sandpaper
- Food-safe Oil Finish
Steps:
- Cut the strip into 3-inch blocks.
- Cut a kerf (slot) down the middle at a slight angle (15 degrees).
- Sand the edges smooth.
- Oil to bring out the grain.
- Insert your heavy cardstock QR card.
It takes an afternoon and upgrades your entire dining room.
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