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2" Thick Maple Butcher Block

CHERRY

The heartwood (wood in the center of the trunk) of cherry varies from rich red to reddish brown and will darken with age and upon exposure to light. In contrast, the sapwood (the outer rim of wood, directly behind the bark) is creamy white. The wood has a straight-grain, a fine, uniform, satiny and smooth texture, and naturally may contain brown pith flecks and small gum pockets.

Cherry Butcher Block Style

Cherry Plank Style

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

Cherry Plank Style

Cherry Butcher Block

Cherry Plank Style

Cherry Butcher Block

Cherry Plank Style

Cherry Butcher Block

HICKORY

Hickory sapwood (the outer rim of wood, directly behind the bark) is white to cream-colored, while the heartwood (wood in the center of the trunk) is tan or reddish brown. The extreme contrast in color between the heart and the sapwood makes hickory easy to differentiate from other wood species. Many consumers like the appearance of contrasting bands of color. If you do not like the light and dark woods mixed together you probably should steer clear of this choice in wood species. It is a dramatic wood style with inevitable color contrasts that are part of the nature of this wood.

Hickory Butcher Block Style

Hickory Plank Style

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

H1 (Plank Style)

H4 (Butcher Block)

H7 (Plank Style)

H10 (Plank Style)

H2 (Butcher Block)

H5 (Butcher Block)

H8 (Butcher Block)

H11 (Plank Style)

H3 (Butcher Block)

H6 (Plank Style)

H9 (Plank Style)

H12 (Butcher Block)

MAPLE

Maple wood has a fine, uniform texture with generally straight grain, but variations such as birdseye, tiger, flame, curly, wavy, rippled or fiddleback grain can occur. It’s light color, smooth grain, and strength make maple a popular choice among woodworkers of all types. In its natural state, it can totally brighten a room, yet stained maple looks equally gorgeous and can be dressed up to suit any preferred style. Maple is often chosen as a Butcher Block cutting surface because of its durability and strength.

Maple Butcher Block Style

Maple Plank Style

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

M1 (Plank Style)

M4 (Butcher Block)

M7 (Butcher Block)

M10 (Butcher Block)

M13 (Butcher Block)

M2 (Butcher Block)

M5 (Butcher Block)

M8 (Butcher Block)

M11 (Butcher Block)

M14 (Butcher Block)

M3 (Plank Style)

M6 (Butcher block)

M9 (Butcher Block)

M12 (Butcher Block)

M15 (Plank Style)

SAPELE MAHOGANY

The heartwood (wood in the center of the trunk) of the Sapele Mahogany wood species is a golden to dark reddish brown. Color tends to darken with age. Besides the common ribbon pattern seen on quartersawn boards, Sapele is also known for a wide variety of other figured grain patterns, such as: pommele, quilted, mottled, wavy, beeswing, and fiddleback.

Mahogany Nautical Style

Mahogany Plank Style

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

SM1 (Butcher Block)

SM2 (Plank Style)

SM3 (Plank Style)

SM4 (Plank Style)

SM5 (Plank Style)

SM6 (Plank Style)

SM7 (Butcher Block)

SM10 (Quartersawn Plank Style)

SM13 (Plank Style)

SM8 (Plank Style)

SM11 (Quartersawn Plank Style)

SM14 (Plank Style)

SM9 (Quatersawn Plank Style)

SM12 (Butcher Block)

SM15 (Butcher Block)

SM16 (Nautical Style w/Maple)

SM17 (Nautical Style w/Maple)

SM18 (Nautical Style w/Maple)

WALNUT

Walnut heartwood (wood in the center of the trunk) can range from a lighter pale brown to a dark chocolate brown with darker brown streaks. Color can sometimes have a grey, purple, or reddish cast. The sapwood (the outer rim of wood, directly behind the bark) is pale yellow-gray to nearly white. Grain is usually straight, but some variation in grain patterns, such as burls and crotches can also be found. Walnut has a medium texture and moderate natural luster. The combination of sapwood and heartwood makes for a beautiful and lively showpiece.

Walnut Butcher Block Style

Walnut Plank Style

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

W1 (Plank Style)

W4 (Plank Style w/Breadboard Ends)

W7 (Butcher Block)

W10 (Plank Style)

W13 (Plank Style)

W16 (Plank Style)

W19 (Plank Style)

W26 (Plank Style)

W29 (Butcher Block Style)

W2 (Plank Style)

W5 (Plank Style)

W8 (Plank Style)

W11

W14 (Plank Style Stained)

W17

W20 (Plank Style)

W27 (Plank Style)

W30 (Plank Style)

W3 (Plank Style w/ Breadboard Ends)

W6 (Plank Style)

W9 (Plank Style)

W12 (Plank Style)

W15 (Plank Style)

W18 (Plank Style w/out Sapwood)

W21 (Plank Style w/ Sapwood)

W28 (Butcher Block Style)

W31 (Plank Style w/ Little Sapwood)

WHITE OAK

White oak is mostly straight-grained with a medium-to-coarse texture. Having longer rays than red oak, white oak has more figure. White oak is a hard and heavy wood and has great wear-resistance. Due to porous grain, Oak countertops take stain very well, making them one of the best canvas surfaces to tailor to your kitchen's color pallet.

White Oak Butcher Block Style

White Oak Plank Style

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

WO1

WO4

WO5 Plank Style

WO6 Butcher Block (w/stain)

WO2

WO4

WO5 Plank Style

WO6 Butcher Block (w/stain)

WO2

WO4

WO6 Butcher Block (w/stain)

WO7 Butcher Block

CHARACTER WHITE OAK

This Rustic style is a prevalent look in many kitchens. This counter provides the warmth of a reclaimed top, with a lessened quantity of character marks. It is a prefect style for those looking for a natural aesthetic. Any holes or knots in the wood are filled with a black epoxy to provide support to what would otherwise be a vulnerable area.

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

CO1

CO3 Dark Walnut Stain

CO2

CO4 Mocha Stain

CO5A

CO5B

RECLAIMED VINTAGE BARN OAK

The Antique Oak we used is reclaimed from historic buildings, such a barns and industrial revolution-era mill buildings. It is weathered and worn, filled with cracks, holes, and plenty of character. Here at our shop we take great pride in filling all of the nail holes, cracks and crevices with black epoxy. This helps to maintain the integrity of the tops while showcasing the antique feel of each vintage board. It also makes for a smoother, durable and more user friendly finish for our customers to enjoy.

Reclaimed Oak with Dark Walnut Stain

Reclaimed Oak Natural

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)

RO2A

RO2B

RO3A

RO3B

RO3C

RO3D

RO3H

RO4 ("Dark Walnut" stain)

RO5

RO6

RO7 ("Dark Walnut" stain)

RO8 ( "Dark Walnut" stain)

RO9 ("Dark Walnut stain)

RO10

RO11

RO 13

RECLAIMED NATIVE NEW ENGLAND SOFTWOOD

A mix of antique spruce, fir, white pine, and hemlock timbers. While coloration and thickness may vary, these counters are unique in their ability to showcase the truest reclaimed look. This is the only Softwood product at Sprague Woodworking by intention, as the reclaimed look is amplified by the wood's more mailable surface. As with our Reclaimed Oak, we take great pride in filling all of the nail holes, cracks and crevices with black epoxy. This helps to maintain the integrity of the tops while showcasing the antique feel of each vintage board. It also makes for a smoother, durable and more user friendly finish for our customers to enjoy.

Reclaimed New England Softwood

(2 1/4" thick)

(Disclaimer: All photos below are not always an accurate representation of coloring as lighting and camera angles can misrepresent true coloring. A better way to see exact coloring would be to visit our shop and see samples and current counter tops in various stages of construction. Shop visits are done by appointment only.)