What are the advantages of a wood countertop?

Natural wood countertops are very well-liked by homeowners. Solid wood countertops offer many appealing features and benefits. However, there are a few factors to consider before making a decision to purchase a countertop made of wood. Let's explore the possibilities and determine whether a wood countertop is the best choice for the space you live in.

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It's Warm

Wood has warmth that stones cannot match. Its soft and elegant design and rich undertones, A Wooden flooring Houston, softens spaces visually. Wood is also warmer to touch than stone, since stone retains an icy temperature. A wood island top looks more appealing than a stone top.

It's aesthetically appealing

Interior designers recommend employing a variety of contrast textures (hard/soft man-made/natural) to make a room more balanced. Wood in a kitchen can help to soften "harder" textures, such as a tiled backsplash and metal fixtures. If you have countertops made of stone around the sink and stove think about adding a wooden top to your kitchen island to provide comfort and balance.

It is fixable

Accidents do happen, we learn from it. It's not fatal when a countertop made of wood is damaged. Natural wood countertops can be restored as stone countertops are. And many homeowners choose to view small scratches as the wood's natural patina.

Everyday Use

Our first question is always "how will you make use of the countertop?" Do you want to chop food directly on the countertop made of wood (similar to a butcher block)? Or will you use cutting boards for food prep?

If you plan to chop directly on the countertop, we recommend either end grain or edge grain construction. This is the most robust countertop for chopping.

Face grain construction is an option if you don't want to cut directly on the hardwood products Houston The face grain design is more affordable and will take less time to create. A face grain top will highlight the wood's grain pattern more than an edge or an end grain.

Face Grain

When you are looking at rough lumber, the widest area is the face. This is where you can see the most of the grain's beauty as well as its charm. But, because the grain pattern is completely visible, it will display cuts faster than the end or edge grain. For this reason, face grain is often used for serving boards and tabletops.

Edge Grain

Place a piece or lumber on its side, and you'll see the edge grain. The edge of the wood is more robust than the face grain. The edge grain board is made by gluing together many thin pieces of wood with edge grain. This creates a more durable cutting surface that can be modified with a variety of grain patterns and colors.

End Grain

The end grain is located on the top and at the bottom of the plank of lumber. Because you cut between the wood fibers, the end of the wood has the best durability. End grain boards exhibit a distinct checkerboard pattern and are usually referred to as "butcher block" boards. This is a top-of-the-line cutting board for serious chefs. Although end-grain boards are durable enough to withstand heavy cutting, they require more care and maintenance because the grain of the wood is visible. If you're looking for a sturdy cutting surface for your kitchen, consider the end-grain top.

Personalizing Your Space

Our main focus has been personalized. We have the unique ability to customize the wood countertop to reflect the personality and style of your family. There are three options available to personalize your countertop: (1) laser engraving (2) carved engraving (3) inlaid designs.

To burn digitally any design that is in the Hardwood products Houston the Wood countertops Houston we use laser. Lasers burn designs directly into wood, creating more dark and less shallow impression. Above is a sample of a countertop with the compass rose laser-engraved.

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