Concrete counters, with the look of wood, offer a unique alternative to traditional wood surfaces in the kitchen.
These amazing wood-look counters are not actually wood. They are concrete counters, made from a composite by a New Jersey fabricator. Custom iron dovetails, embedded in the concrete, enhance their realistic look. The counters have all the details of real wood without wood upkeep. Concrete is not the usual counter choice in a kitchen with a country look. Here, the counters blend perfectly well with a copper sink and oil-rubbed bronze kitchen faucets. The mellow cherry look of the counters matches the yellow cabinets well. Dovetails are unique a unique detail that draws on the high end look of handmade Asian furniture by the mid-20th century great George Nakashima.
Concrete is not without its own set of considerations. Made of cast cement, sand, stone, fibers and water, it is a porous surface that can be stained and patinated but requires sealing. It is sustainable — one nice benefit. Deep scratches can be repaired but some care does need to be taken with concrete as, like any durable stone, it can chip if struck with a very heavy object. But the counters have all the details of real wood without the upkeep. We used antique pine on our island top and, although there haven’t been any issues, it is babied when splashed. But with concrete counters just think — no worrying about water spots or knife and burn marks.
(Source: jmlifestyles.com)
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What a wonderful find Allison, the dovetails are beautiful, and the wood is so convincing, I’ll have to move house and get them!
where, how, who? This product is fabulous!@!!
Glad you both like them too – I am in love with them.
mbwife, sources are always listed at the bottom – J & M Lifestyles. Located in New Jersey.
Except that concrete has its own issues with staining and upkeep… But maybe the ‘composite’ part has taken care of those. These are really beautiful, and at least, in photos, look like the real thing!
Sure it does, but nothing comparable to real wood. I’d love to see in person. I talked this morning to someone locally that is about to experiment with this look.
Gorgeous! They look so real! I especially love the iron dovetail detailing! Thanks for sharing.
Oh I adore!! Artistry.
Ooooooooooohhhhh….too late for my kitchen, but bookmarking for my upcoming bath remodel.
Cannot wait to try this…I love old wood and work with it most every day but the concrete pictured looks so good and any stain, scratch etc in the concrete is like old wood furniture pieces…just gives it patina!!! Our outdoor bathroom will be perfect for this as a counter top. Allison, think I am excited about this one.
Woodform Concrete is an exclusive product of JM Lifestyles. Thanks for the mention. These tops are great, they are indistinguishable from wood and are great for indoor/outdoor/bathroom use! We have sent our product all over the world!
Thanks!
Michelle