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How to Make Premium Wooden QR Menu Holders (with Templates)

MenuGo TeamJanuary 12, 20262 min read
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:

  1. Cut the strip into 3-inch blocks.
  2. Cut a kerf (slot) down the middle at a slight angle (15 degrees).
  3. Sand the edges smooth.
  4. Oil to bring out the grain.
  5. Insert your heavy cardstock QR card.

It takes an afternoon and upgrades your entire dining room.

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