The most popular material choice for a salt cellar is wood or ceramic. Each material offers its own decor style; ceramics tend to lean toward lived-in, vintage, and Mediterranean styles while woods often complement rustic, farmhouse, and contemporary kitchens.
Wood salt cellars are often made from decorative wood such as olive or acacia to showcase the natural wood grains and unique patterning inherent in the material. Some wood cellars might include an engraved lid with a pattern or one that you personalize with a seller on Etsy. Personalized wood salt cellars are great gifts for the home cooks in your life or for adding your own signature touch to your kitchen decor.
Ceramic salt cellars have a vintage, lovingly made feel to them that complements home cooking. They’re often rounded or boxy, but they may also feature a playful design to help your kitchen feel a little more whimsical and lived-in. Imagine scooping your salt out of a cute little pig, or feeling a heavy stone spoon while you season your pasta.
You are not limited to these materials and decor styles, and can choose other materials to design your own salt cellar. Marble salt cellars, for example, take the weighty feel of ceramic but look earthy on a wooden countertop. Glass or silver are popular materials for antique salt cellars, with intricately cut glass or polished silver detailing.