Real wood worktops have a warmth and beauty for which there is no substitute.

AS CABINETMAKERS you would expect us to be enthusiastic about wooden tops. Each top has a unique character, which like fine wine, matures with age. It is a mark of its elegant versatility that real wood complements any style of kitchen whatever the setting.

We manufacture our own tops, carefully selecting every piece of timber. Assembly and finishing is all done by hand using traditional methods.

OVER THE YEARS we have built up a close relationship with our hardwood suppliers, ensuring consistency and reliability. We are also confident all our hardwoods are sourced from responsibly managed plantations.

Almost any hardwood is suitable for worktops. We find the most popular are MAPLE, OAK, ASH, CHERRY and IROKO, each having a unique character of its own.Traditionally we have used oil to finish our tops. This preserves the wood's natural beauty as well as providing a durable surface. With regular maintenance the top will give a lifetime of faithful service.

   "We have had our Crick House kitchen for 5 years now, the wooden worktops still look as beautiful as ever, in fact they seem to mature with age" 
 
 
  Advances in varnish technology now means we can hand finish our tops using products that will give a look close to that of oil. The finish takes little away from the natural character of the wood and the degree of gloss can also be specified.

A varnish finish may suit a more demanding environment or for those with little time to maintain their tops.

We strongly recommend a 'hard' surface, like granite or tiles, next to cookers, particularly Agas.