Reclaimed Wood Countertops
Reclaimed wood with all it's character is a great choice for table tops as well as kitchen counters. This oversized table of 3 inch thick reclaimed heart pine is a great example. [...]
Supporting Wood Countertops
Wood countertops are growing in popularity. They offer durability, beauty and function but they do require a slightly different approach to support than stone and other solid surfaces. Being an organic material, solid hardwood continues [...]
Using Wooden Countertops in Loft Kitchens
Sure, it's industrial but this loft kitchen is functional and so inviting it simply begs to be the center of entertaining a crowd. Lots of us live in industrial spaces that have been [...]
Wood Counters And Small Kitchens
Clever use of every inch in this unusual shaped space and the use of wood counters makes every inch count as versatile and functional. Not everyone can accommodate an kitchen island large enough [...]
Using Wood Vanity Tops With All Types Of Sinks
Wood and water, what a great combination. Lots of people have concerns about the compatibility of these two but as we've said in this blog before, the secret is the sealer. Do the job right [...]
DIY Wood Countertop Mistakes to Avoid
Mistakes are as easy to avoid as they are to make.
White Kitchens and Wood Countertops
Tell me if this small island isn't the most interesting feature in this beautiful kitchen. White kitchens are as classic as it gets. Light and fresh and inviting at their best. A beautiful [...]
Advanced DIY Wood Island Top
Don't let the shapes shake your confidence. You want that gorgeous wood top on your kitchen island. You won't settle for a plain and simple slab no matter how lovely it may [...]
Kitchen Islands with Pet Appeal
Most of us spend a big share of our home time in the kitchen. We're either the act or the audience, cooking or visiting the cook. Pets want to be with their people every moment [...]
Extra Options in Wood Countertops
Wood countertops are a premium choice in the kitchen. They cost a bit more than many other materials and they're well worth it just for their basic qualities of warmth, durability and classic good [...]
Authentic Butcher Block Countertops
Butcher block raised bar top. Butcher block is a term often used interchangeably with other types of wood countertops. Historically, the term referred to the massively thick surfaces used, often for generations, [...]
First Time DIY Wood Countertop
If you're drooling over kitchens on Pinterest or HGTV but aren't into the prices for high end components you're in good company. Websites and how-to shows have done a lot to re-invent the do-it-yourself [...]
J. Aaron Referral Program-Wood Countertops and Extra Cash
A big wood island top like this will draw a crowd to the kitchen. No good deed goes unnoticed. Earn some extra cash and help make kitchens and baths more beautiful for your [...]
Keeping Your Butcher Block Clean and Sanitary
A dedicated chopping area in the kitchen is a great benefit for serious cooks and bakers. A myth has been around for years that wood cutting surfaces, often called butcher block, harbor bacteria. Research [...]
Wood Countertops In Small Doses
An example of a wisely placed wood cutting surface. Even a small wood countertop in any kitchen can become a great focal point as well as one of the most functional items in [...]
Are Your Wood Countertops Cracking?
Winter can be hard on fine wood even when it's in your kitchen. Constant dry heated air flow will occasionally cause fine cracks, often referred to as checks, in wood countertops as well as furniture. [...]
Wood Countertops With Sinks
One of the most common questions we get is, "Can I install a sink in my wood countertop without causing damage?" People are worried about water damaging the wood. The issue isn't the wood [...]
Steps To Buying A Wood Countertop For Your Kitchen Or Bath
Buying a custom hardwood countertop involves making some decisions and simple logistics. Many of the design decisions like wood species, edge profiles, etc. are covered within the Design Options section of our website. Here we're going to go over [...]
Chicago Bar Rail on a Hardwood Bar Top
Having a bar in your home adds a luxury dimension to entertaining. When you have a crowd for a big event or a few friends over for a ball game, a bar can be a stand alone serving area [...]
Distressing Your DIY Wood Countertop Like a Pro
Distressing adds a wealth of character to a wood countertop. It's important to look at the top and visualize where wear and tear would likely have been the heaviest during the imaginary [...]
Are Exotic Wood Countertops Ever A Responsible Choice
Does the harvesting of these logs have a positive or negative effect on the environment? We hear so much about the destruction of tropical rainforests. So when we remodel or build is [...]
Are Hardwood Countertops a Durable Choice for the Kitchen
Antique butcher block served for years in a shop and now has been reinvented as a kitchen island. Provided by www.yakimamagazine.com Hardwood countertops should be sealed using a product suited to the [...]
Breadboard Ends Add Character to Wood Countertops
The sleek linear look of a plank grain wood countertop is perfect for most kitchen applications but another option is adding planks at a right angles across the ends. These additions are called “breadboard ends.” [...]
A Hand Hewn Surface For Your Wooden Countertop
Wooden countertops offer lots of opportunities for homeowners and designers to customize their choices. There’s the wood species to begin with. Do you want dark or light? Would you rather have plank, end gain or [...]
Built Up Edges On Wood Countertops
A wood countertop that's 3"-4" thick looks great but can cost a lot and in many cases break the budget. Using a built up edge can significantly increase the thickness of a wood countertop without [...]
Hidden Countertop Support
Wood countertops can be great for kitchen islands or peninsula style countertops with eat at overhangs of 12" or more. Don't let corbels, legs or other form of visible support get in the way. [...]
The Making of A Custom Wood Bar Top
Making a wood bar top that's over 14' long and a large radius isn't for everyone. This one made from walnut will live in Wisconsin in the private home of a very happy homeowner. We're [...]
Walnut, A Favorite Choice For Kitchen Countertops
Wood kitchen countertops are a classic favorite for all kinds of homes from urban industrial to traditional or rustic. There are many choices for the species of wood but a long running favorite is Walnut. [...]
Sealing Ikea Wood Countertops
Ikea wood countertops can be sealed just like any other wood countertop. There are some general questions you should ask yourself before determining how to seal them. Do you want to chop on the [...]
Recycling Kitchen Countertops, Cabinets and Fixtures
What to do with your gently used kitchen countertops, cabinets and fixtures? DIY and remodeling programs are popular with lots of us who are thinking about redoing a room. I love the before and after [...]
Hickory Countertops Are A Perfect Kitchen Work Surface
A hickory countertop is the perfect surface for a kitchen both in look and function. It's very hard, the wood is stable, it's abundant in the US with most mills following responsible harvesting techniques. The [...]
DIY Wood Countertop Project
A great DIY wood countertop project from a good customer in New Hampshire. We're glad we could be of service. Hi Joshua, Thought you would enjoy the cherry top you sent me now [...]
Do Wood Countertops Harbor Bacteria?
It’s a common myth out there that wood can harbor bacteria more so than say a plastic cutting board. It’s been shown that many woods are actually hostile environments for bacteria and can be [...]
Custom Walnut Counter With Raised Bar Top
This beautiful walnut counter and island combo are part of a basement remodel in the Atlanta area. Lots of great room for seating, serving and playing games. Walnut countertop with undermount sink. [...]
The Pros and Cons of Using Reclaimed Wood
Using reclaimed wood in the home has been popular since the 1980s, but only in the last few years have we seen such a surge in this green remodeling design idea. Reclaimed wood is wood [...]
Understanding Wood Countertop Colors
When selecting a wood countertop from a sample you need to understand that the 5”x7” sample represents only a small fraction of not only a full size countertop but also the stick of wood it [...]
Choosing a Wood Countertop Sealer
The way you use your countertop will tell you what sealer you'll need. There are three main wood sealers that are used on J. Aaron wood countertops. When you hear or read [...]
Sustainable Countertops
Jatoba from South America We've all heard the alarming statistics and horrifying scenarios surrounding the timber industry around the world. So when I walk into a showroom or pull up a website that [...]
Ikea Wood Countertops and Another DIY Options For Wood Kitchen Countertops
Wood kitchen countertops from Ikea are a good choice for a small project where cost is a prevailing concern. If you’re a first time DIY-er they offer a budget friendly way to get your [...]
How To Finish A DIY Wood Countertop
Using a DIY wood countertop from J. Aaron will help you create a high-end wood countertop, bathroom vanity top or kitchen island top for a fraction of the cost of a fully finished countertop. [...]
Wood Countertops With Undermount Sinks
"Is it OK to have an undermount sink in a wood countertop?" has to be the most asked question we get. Well, the answer is yes. J. Aaron wood countertops are sealed to protect [...]
