Construction Options - Wood Countertops
- Hand Selected boards 5" to 12" in the width of unblemished, premium wood.
- Sealed with our signature, hand-rubbed, Marine Oil Finish, a permanent finish that is highly resistant to water, staining, and heat. This finish will not need to be recoated.
- Each board runs the entire length of the countertop, with no butt joints.
- A variety of standard color options available for each species and custom color matching is available.
- Only 7% of the tree is used to ensure the highest quality of wood, ensuring the absence of knots, and the consistency of the color and grain from board to board.
- The boards are hand-selected by our craftsmen for consistent grain, wood color, and a pleasing rendition.
- Boards are 3" to 5" in the width of randomly selected wood members.
- Tops may display tight knots, some light grain, and pith marks, which are acceptable.
- Tops receive our permanent Marine finish, which requires occasional maintenance. This is a water and stain-resistant finish that may be recoated as needed.
- Available in natural color only; staining is not recommended with this finish.
- Constructed of thin, randomly selected 1 3/4" wide wood members glued in parallel. Extra-long tops may have butt joints.
- Commercial grade tops fabricated using both heart and sap woods.
- Can be made in thicknesses from 1 ¼” to 12”.
- Available in natural color only; staining is not recommended with this finish.
- The tops are sealed and oiled and require regular oiling to ensure the wood does not dry out.
- This type of countertop is perfect for chopping and food preparation.
- An incredible working surface for the professional or semi-professional cook.
- Vertical facing wood members, typically 1 3/4" x 1 3/4" that look like offset squares.
- Traditionally used as a chopping surface and for food prep.
- This construction is ideal because the fibers of the wood actually cradle your knife blade and repair itself at the same time.
- These tops are Sealed and Oiled and require weekly oiling as maintenance.
- Available in natural color only; no staining.
- These are also available as "point to point" glue up, giving a checkerboard effect.
