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We can also make cutting boards from reclaimed timber.

Cutting boards from reclaimed timber (made to size)
Choose your size—our stock of reclaimed beams (Tawai, Rimu, Macrocarpa, and Redwood) is unprocessed, so we can cut to fit. Expect a bit of character like occasional nail holes; we carefully fill these where needed and seal every board with a food-safe finish. We’ll minimise visible nail holes wherever possible.

How to order (after-hours service):
We run this after our normal jobs during the day, so please enquire first via our contact page or email sales@ashlaser.co.nz with the size you want, wood preference, and any design ideas. We’ll reply with a quote and a realistic timeframe based on woodselection and our current queue.

Design & artwork:

  • Text, simple logos, or our artwork are quick to set up.
  • Custom images (your photos/images) these take 1–2 hours of prep to get “laser-ready” (cleanup, tracing/vectorising, and test burns if needed).
  • We’ll send you a digital proof for sign-off, once sign-off is complete, we require payment for any custom work beforehand.

Build process & timing:

  1. Milling to size
  2. Glue-up and flattening
  3. Sanding and edge profiling
  4. Food-safe sealing and cure time (typically 24–48 hours to fully set)
  5. Engraving your image
  6. Resanding
  7. Locally sourced beeswax with linseed finish

Please note – our “Store Notice” has our days out from prints. This is kept up to date and will have a realistic expectation of our orders.

Ready to start?
Send us your size, timber choice, and any artwork via our contact page or sales@ashlaser.co.nz, and we’ll come back after hours with a quote and timeframe.

Welcome to ASH Laser – Personalised Photo & Engraved Gifts in Invercargil

We’re Ben and Hayley Adam, a family‑run laser engraving studio in Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand.

At ASH Laser, we create custom, personalised gifts including:

  • Photo cutting boards & chopping boards – turn your favourite picture into a lasting keepsake
  • Engraved display boards and coasters
  • Slate and ceramic photo gifts
  • Custom artwork of people, pets, cars, or animals for your home or business
  • Kids’ name boards – perfect for bedrooms, doors, or keepsake gifts
  • Fun & Cheeky Gifts – funny keyrings, cheeky wooden spoons, and other little one‑of‑a‑kind creations

Our products are crafted from a mix of beautiful New Zealand native and locally sourced timbers, including rimu, macrocarpa, redwood, and acacia, all carefully finished to be food‑safe and long‑lasting.

We run ASH Laser as a family side business, balancing creative projects with life and our three energetic boys. If we don’t reply straight away, we’ll get back to you as soon as we can!

Custom Engraved Display Boards

$60.00 – $100.00 (Size Depending)

Send us your photo and any text you’d like included in the engraving. We’ll create and return a digital mockup within 5 days for your approval.

Custom Engraved Foodsafe Board

$70.00 – $95.00 (Size Depending)

Simply send us your photo and any text you’d like engraved. We’ll convert your image into a detailed sketch, removing the background and enhancing key features to ensure a crisp, high-quality result.

Custom Engraved Coasters

$45.00 – $55.00 (Size Depending)

Simply send us your photo and any text you’d like engraved. We’ll turn it black and white and adjust some settings to make it look good on ceramic or slate