We were fortunate that the countertops were essentially free since my father in law had the wood and tools needed to build the countertops on hand.
Barn wood countertops.
There are many options to pick from when it comes to wood countertops.
The siding boards contain nail holes knots and insect scarring.
The original saw marks may be present.
The floor boards from antique barn wood show the gouges and scrapes from years of traffic.
Heavily distressed reclaimed wood countertops are normally crafted from reclaimed barn wood.
The picture above shows a great wood countertop or bartop made with weathered white oak and accented with old wine barrel features.
They were made by my husband and father in law from 100 year old reclaimed barn wood you can read more about them here.
Wood countertops do not require much when it comes to cleaning.
Benefits butcher block countertops add rustic charm to your kitchen and feature plenty of advantages.
Chemical cleaners and wax based cleaners will shorten the life of the finish and build up on the surface over time.
The wine barrel staves were just the right fit for the leading edge on a breakfast bar.
They re also perfect for dining areas or focal points like kitchen islands or desks.
Most people are finding that wood makes an excellent countertop on their center islands.
Scratches and nicks are easy to sand out.
These countertops are my favorite thing in our kitchen.
They can overwhelm at first glance.
A soft towel soaked in warm water and dawn dish soap will work well for daily cleaning and will also prevent the finish from breaking down over time.