Spalted Maple End Grain Butcher Block Island Top
Solid end grain specialty spalted maple chopping island, built to custom order. Island top pictured measures 60" by 36" by 2" and is an example only. Further island top examples in end grain spalted maple are listed here: From the hardwood capital of the world, treat yourself to the warmth and elegance of genuine wood counter tops, which are now becoming more and more popular for good reason. Any kind of hardwood and any grain construction is possible, although end grain is by far superior when it comes to an actual cutting surface. Non-scarring and self-healing butcher block tops are both beautiful and exceptionally functional, and one of the most amazing and rewarding investments that can be made for any kitchen. Edge and face grain surfaces may be significantly less expensive than the island pictured above, as they are less labor-intensive than end grain. Please don't hesitate to start a conversation to discuss what options may be best for you. Any specific size or shape, as well as any kind of finish is possible. Price is largely reflective of wood species, size and construction method desired. Personal installation is also available locally, as are precise instructions for non-local installation. **I will beat any of the mass manufacturer's prices (within reason) and give you something of superior quality with the personal attention to detail and hand-craftsmanship you deserve.**
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I specialize in custom furniture from salvaged trees, unique and heirloom quality end grain surfaces, butcher blocks, tables, and islands all sizes.
We work with responsible local arborists and sawyers to perform the modern art of urban wood salvage around the greater Asheville area, preserving large trees of a wide variety of species in beautiful slab form that would otherwise be ground up at the mulch yard and turning them into custom-designed furniture and–for lack of a more humble word–art.
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Christine McLennan
For Ambrosia Maple End Grain Chopping Board, Butcher Block, Island5.0I worked with Matt Christie on my project. Matt listened carefully to what I had in mind and offered very useful professional advice. Matt’s expert craftsmanship and attention to detail was evident in the excellent end product. Matt was very easy to communicate with and prompt with his email responses. I received my completed project ahead of schedule and am delighted with it. Definitely good value for money.
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shawn cheris
For Ambrosia Maple End Grain Chopping Board, Butcher Block, Island4.5First thing's first: the cutting board Matt made for me was perfect and I expect to be using it for many years to come. He selected some gorgeous maple ambrosia wood and the color and style and really, everything was spot on. I couldn't be happier with the end product.
We had a few bits of miscommunication along the way to the degree that Matt actually built several versions of the board before it matched what I wanted. The main reason I mention this is to highlight that at each step, he went out of his way to make sure I was satisfied with the result. When I wasn't (even though the results were beautiful), Matt was more than happy to try again.
I'm sure my experience was atypical (Matt not nailing it on the first try), but it's great to know he cares this much about customer satisfaction. I'll be recommending him to anyone who wants beautiful custom board and wouldn't hesitate to have him make something else for me.
Bonus: I wanted to make a matching magnetic wooden knife block and Matt threw in a few beautiful matching pieces of wood for me in the shipment.
Thanks, Matt!
AWAaron Wippold
For Ambrosia Maple End Grain Chopping Board, Butcher Block, Island5.0Incredible result with masterful craftsmanship. Absolutely recommend doing business with them!
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David Ayala
For Ambrosia Maple End Grain Chopping Board, Butcher Block, Island5.0Awesome service and indestructible board. Iva had it for over a year now and it looks as good as the day I got it.
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Mike Jadrich
For Patchwork Mixed Wood End Grain Chopping Board, Butcher Block, Island5.0Matt was easy to work with, very collaborative and the board turned out exactly as envisioned. Great workmanship. I'd use Matt for another project in a heartbeat. This is a present for my wife and she will be thrilled when she sees it.
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