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A Guide to Custom Fireplace Mantels That Last

A Guide to Custom Fireplace Mantels That Last

Our guide to custom fireplace mantels helps you choose wood...

Custom Metal Table Bases for Distinctive Spaces

Custom Metal Table Bases for Distinctive Spaces

Custom metal table bases bring tailored proportion, lasting strength, and...

Marine Finish Care Guide for Custom Wood Surfaces

Marine Finish Care Guide for Custom Wood Surfaces

This marine finish care guide explains how to clean, protect,...

Do Glass Countertops Scratch? What to Expect

Do Glass Countertops Scratch? What to Expect

Do glass countertops scratch? Learn how glass type, finish, daily...

Best Tabletop Wood Species for Custom Dining

Best Tabletop Wood Species for Custom Dining

Compare the best tabletop wood species for dining, bar, and...

Hospitality Surfaces That Guests Remember

Hospitality Surfaces That Guests Remember

Hospitality surfaces shape how a bar, restaurant, or hotel feels...

Why Are Range Hoods Noisy? Causes and Fixes

Why Are Range Hoods Noisy? Causes and Fixes

Range hoods noisy enough to interrupt the room? Learn what...

A Guide to Artisan Cast Metal for Interiors

A Guide to Artisan Cast Metal for Interiors

Our guide to artisan cast metal explains its hand-finished character,...

Metal Tabletops Made for Lasting Interiors

Metal Tabletops Made for Lasting Interiors

Learn how custom metal tabletops in zinc, copper, bronze, pewter,...

How to Size a Fireplace Mantel Correctly

How to Size a Fireplace Mantel Correctly

Learn how to size a fireplace mantel for a balanced...

Custom Surface Ordering Without Guesswork

Custom Surface Ordering Without Guesswork

Custom surface ordering starts with the right material, dimensions, finish,...

Custom Furnishings That Make a Room Feel Built In

Custom Furnishings That Make a Room Feel Built In

Custom furnishings bring tailored proportions, authentic materials, and lasting function...

How to Clean Copper Backsplash Without Damage

How to Clean Copper Backsplash Without Damage

Learn how to clean copper backsplash surfaces, lift kitchen grease...

Custom Kitchen Sink Guide for Better Material Choices

Custom Kitchen Sink Guide for Better Material Choices

Our custom kitchen sink guide helps select the right material,...

How to Measure Range Hood Dimensions Right

How to Measure Range Hood Dimensions Right

Learn how to measure range hood width, depth, height, and...

Kitchen Island Renovation Materials That Last

Kitchen Island Renovation Materials That Last

Plan a kitchen island renovation with custom wood, metal, concrete,...

How to Specify Custom Shelving for Your Space

How to Specify Custom Shelving for Your Space

Learn how to specify custom shelving with the right dimensions,...

Best Kitchen Hood Finishes for Custom Kitchens

Best Kitchen Hood Finishes for Custom Kitchens

Compare the best kitchen hood finishes for warmth, durability, and...

Countertop Trends That Feel Built to Last

Countertop Trends That Feel Built to Last

Countertop trends are moving toward expressive materials. See how wood,...

Backsplash Trends That Make Kitchens Feel Custom

Backsplash Trends That Make Kitchens Feel Custom

See backsplash trends shaping distinctive kitchens, from hand-finished metal and...

Range Hood Trends Shaping Custom Kitchens

Range Hood Trends Shaping Custom Kitchens

Range hood trends are moving toward sculptural metal, warm wood,...

Restaurant Bar Renovation That Earns Repeat Visits

Restaurant Bar Renovation That Earns Repeat Visits

Plan a restaurant bar renovation around material, durability, and guest...

How to Prevent Butcher Block Warping at Home

How to Prevent Butcher Block Warping at Home

Learn how to prevent butcher block warping with balanced finishing,...

Brass Versus Bronze Finishes: Which Fits?

Brass Versus Bronze Finishes: Which Fits?

Compare brass versus bronze finishes for custom surfaces, furniture, and...

Backpainted Glass Wall Panels for Custom Interiors

Backpainted Glass Wall Panels for Custom Interiors

Backpainted glass wall panels bring lasting color and refined shine...

Edge Grain Versus Face Grain: Which Fits Best?

Edge Grain Versus Face Grain: Which Fits Best?

Compare edge grain versus face grain for countertops, tables, and...

Pewter Countertops for Kitchens and Bars

Pewter Countertops for Kitchens and Bars

Learn how pewter countertops add a warm, time-softened metal finish...

Zinc Versus Stainless Countertops Compared

Zinc Versus Stainless Countertops Compared

Compare zinc versus stainless countertops for kitchens, bars, and hospitality...

How to Choose Countertop Thickness for Your Space

How to Choose Countertop Thickness for Your Space

Learn how to choose countertop thickness for kitchens, bars, baths,...

What Countertop Edge Profiles Exist? 10 Options

What Countertop Edge Profiles Exist? 10 Options

Wondering what countertop edge profiles exist? Compare eased, bevel, bullnose,...

Best Materials for Bar Rails in Custom Spaces

Best Materials for Bar Rails in Custom Spaces

Compare the best materials for bar rails, from warm wood...

Range Hoods for the Home in Interior Design

Range hoods for the home elevate interior design with tailored...

Are Metal Countertops Food Safe for Kitchens?

Are Metal Countertops Food Safe for Kitchens?

Are metal countertops food safe? Learn how stainless steel, zinc,...

Stainless Steel Hood Surround Design Guide

Stainless Steel Hood Surround Design Guide

A stainless steel hood surround brings tailored scale, lasting performance...

Are Outdoor Concrete Countertops Durable Enough?

Are Outdoor Concrete Countertops Durable Enough?

Are outdoor concrete countertops durable in sun, rain, and freeze-thaw...

100-Foot Bar Top for New Coney Island Restaurant

100-Foot Bar Top for New Coney Island Restaurant! Brooks Custom...

YouTube Video

Showcasing expert craftsmanship, the custom wall mount range hood features rugged strapping and rivet accents for a timeless, industrial-chic look.

Commercial Projects

When opening a new commercial location, there is a great...

Residential Projects

Our countertops are made to order – we can fabricate...

Hands On Design

Brooks Custom provides hands on design services that allows all...

Nationwide Shipping

Brooks Custom offers nationwide shipping for its countertops, range hoods,...

Modern Traditional Kitchen in “Westchester Home”

We’re honored to, once again, have our work featured in Westchester...

Maple Butcher Block in “Fine Homebuilding”

Brooks Custom was recently asked to take part of an...

Zinc Range Hood: From Inspiration to Completion

This is one project that we’ve been excited about for...

New Live Edge Slabs Added to Our Inventory!

If you’re familiar with our live edge wood countertops, you’ll...

Elle Decor Features Blackened Steel Range Hood

It’s always great to come in on a Monday morning...

The Bistro Collection: Artisan Cast Metal Tops

Brooks Custom is well regarded in the design industry for...

Artisan Cast Updates! New Range Hoods and Edges

Our Bistro Collection continues to expand! We are working on...

Hamptons Contemporary Show with Ciuffo Cabinetry

This past weekend, Brooks Custom was honored to be asked...

Craftsmanship: East Coast Home & Design Magazine

Craftsmanship is an integral part of Brooks Custom. Being in...

Fun Friday: American Flag Fusion Glass

In honor of Independence Day, we’ve decided to feature a...

25 Thousand Shares on Houzz.com!

We got word today that Brooks Custom reached an important...

Must See TV! Brooks Custom on Property Brothers

About a year ago, we were approached by a production...

New! Metal Coated Range Hoods

With our new Bistro Collection, Brooks Custom has the ability to...

Zinc Bar Top Check-In

When shopping for countertops, one of the first questions people...

Being Thankful and Giving Back

We are very thankful to have the opportunity and ability...

Happy Holidays! Wrapping up Brooks Custom’s 2016

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are already upon...

Concrete fabricated to look like wood on this table

KBIS 2017 Trend Highlights

Like many people in the kitchen and bath industry, we...

Featured in East Coast Home and Design Magazine

Countertops are the often unsung heroes of kitchen design. Appreciated...

Furniture Design Scholarship Competition

Brooks Custom’s 1st Annual Furniture Design Scholarship Innovation is the...

Outdoor Concrete Countertops and Tables

Now that winter is finally subsiding, we can turn our...

Repairing Artisan Cast Countertops

Repairing Artisan Cast Countertops We’re often asked about how our...

Brooks Custom Installs 100-Foot Walnut Bar Top on Coney Island

Brooks Custom is proud to unveil its latest commercial bar...

The Marine Finish: The Best in Wood Countertops

Brooks Custom is known for its lasting wood countertops and...

Transformations: East Coast Home & Design Feature

We are honored, once again, to be featured in East Coast...

Stainless Steel Countertops for All Kitchens

Would you guess that one of our most popular and...

Live Edge Wood Site Update

As the live edge wood segment of our business continues...

Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Hours

It’s so hard to believe that it’s Thanksgiving already! To...

Easy Concrete Countertop Spot Treatment

One of the key attributes of our engineered concrete countertops is its...

Brooks Custom Wins Best of Houzz 2018 Customer Service

Brooks Custom of Mt. Kisco, NY Awarded Best Of Houzz 2018...

Wood Countertops Remain a Modern Classic

Great news for fans of wood countertops! The category remained...

Wood On the Cover: Bedford Magazine

We’re proud to announce that one of our live edge...

New Artisan Cast Range Hoods

Since the debut of Brooks Custom’s Bistro Collection in 2016, the...

Choosing the Right Countertop Materials

With all of the countertop materials out there it can...

Kitchen Range Hoods by Brooks Custom: The Details Make the Difference

Kitchen range hoods play an important part in interior design....

Waterproof Wood Countertops: The Marine Finish

Wood countertops are now one of the most standard countertop choices...

Upcoming Events At Brooks Custom

Brooks Custom is hosting two upcoming events for Architects and...

Concrete Fireplace Surrounds

Concrete fireplace surrounds are a relatively easy way to elevate...

Best of Westchester 2019!

Brooks Custom is happy to announce that is is a...

Celebrating Wood Countertops!

Celebrating Wood Countertops! This classic style remains a favorite among...

Live Edge Table Clearance Sale!

Get 50% Off Live Edge Table Inventory We’re having a...

News From KBIS 2020 – Range Hood Trends

Last week Brooks Custom’s owner, Richard Brooks, visited KBIS 2020...

Large zinc island countertop in a transitional kitchen.

How to Choose Between Artisan Cast & Solid Metal Countertops

Shopping for a new countertop can be overwhelming given the...

Antimicrobial Countertop Surfaces: How to Protect Your Surfaces from COVID-19

The growing health concern surrounding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is putting people...

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Kitchen Hoods

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Kitchen Hoods Custom kitchen hoods are an...

Welcoming Spring with Some Bright Kitchens

Bright Kitchens for the First Day of Spring Though it...

Your Source For Commercial Bar Tops

Custom commercial bar tops are an amazing way to give...