Gourmet Cutting Boards
I've made and sold over 8,000 cutting boards, butcher blocks, wood countertops, and butcher block islands. With all this experience, I've learned that end-grain cutting boards require several things to stand the test of time: First, the maker must be extremely precise. Your tools have to be dialed in exactly and you have to pay careful attention to wood movement and craftsmanship. Second, you have to use the right materials. Food-safe mineral oil, Titebond 3 glue, rock maple, cherry, and walnut. I love making them and would be happy to craft one (or 100) to your exact specifications.
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John is a custom woodworker who made his first piece of furniture in shop class in 1984. Since then, he has completed hundreds of woodworking projects. In 2011, John launched LoneStar Artisans, a company dedicated to finding and celebrating the best artisans in Texas.
- MK
marcia koenig
For marcia's Picture Frame5.0John made 2 very large cherry picture frames for me. Communication during the process went smoothly. John completed the frames on time for an extremely reasonable price. John is very easy to work with, and the frames look wonderful!
JWJames Williamson
For Counter height collaboration/work/dining table Project5.0John made and delivered an outstanding bar height collaboration/dining table that exceeded my expectations in every way. Kept me involved in the making of it and was just as excited as I was at the finished product. Perfect.
- KS
Kristin Sustaita
For Custom cabinet doors and drawer5.0John installed custom cabinet doors to match our current cabinets, along with a drawer and a butcher block counter piece. He was very personable and timely, and we are really happy with the quality of the work!
DSDavid Sparks
For cedar table top5.0John provide great value for the excellent work he performed for me. My project was a live-edge table top. He joined my planks together with a seamless seam, along with corrections for a warp in my boards. I am thoroughly satisfied with the final project. I would highly recommend Lone Star Artisans for their craftsmanship and customer service. Thanks for a job well done.
- D
Dave
For Gourmet Cutting Boards5.0John is a top notch craftsman. He worked with me to find a cutting board that would wow my parents, but was within my budget. The finished product looked fantastic and feels solid enough to last a lifetime. The communication was first rate. Very happy.
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