Custom hardwood countertops.
Built one at a time, by one qualified craftsman, from rough lumber to finished install. In 18 hardwood species, four construction styles, and whatever dimensions your room calls for.
Four ways we build a top.
Each construction style answers a different question — about how the top will look, how it'll wear, and how it'll be used.
End Grain ConstructionEnd Grain
The cross-section of the wood facing up. The blade slides between the grain instead of cutting across it — which is why end grain is the right call for any top you'll use for cutting or chopping. It stays sharper, longer, on a forgiving surface.
Best for: butcher blocks, prep islands, kitchens that get used.
Thickness: 2.25″–6″.
Edge Grain ConstructionEdge Grain
Long, narrow strips of wood joined on their edges. The result is a clean linear pattern with serious structural strength — and a price point that's friendlier than end grain for large surfaces. No joints under 12 feet.
Best for: bar tops, large kitchen counters, tables, islands.
Thickness: 1¼″–6″. Board widths 0.75″–2″.
Flat Grain ConstructionFlat Grain
Wider boards laid flat so the natural figure of the wood reads in long, sweeping lines. The most decorative look — and the one most people picture when they imagine a hardwood countertop or table.
Best for: dining tables, conference tables, statement counters.
Thickness: 1¼″–2.5″. Board widths 4″–10″.
Butcher BlockButcher Block
The classic — built specifically for prep work. We use end grain construction with a Food Safe Mineral Oil finish so you can cut directly on the surface, and re-oil it about once a month to keep it loved.
Best for: kitchens that work hard.
Eighteen hardwoods, in stock.
Domestic and exotic — African Mahogany, American Cherry, Ash, Hard Maple, Hickory, Iroko, Jatoba, Peruvian Walnut, Quartersawn White Oak, Red Oak, Santos Mahogany, Sapele Mahogany, Tigerwood, Walnut, White Oak, Wormy Soft Maple, Wenge, and Zebrawood. Pick one — or let us recommend based on use, color, and budget.
Walnut
Rich chocolate brown, soft grain, ages beautifully.
Hard Maple
The classic butcher block. Pale, tight grain, extremely hard.
Cherry
Warm pink-to-red, darkens with light over years.
African Mahogany
Deep red-brown, straight grain, classic furniture look.
Santos Mahogany
Darker, denser cousin — extremely hard and stable.
Sapele
Mahogany family, with a shimmering ribbon figure.
Teak
Natural oils make it ideal for water-prone areas.
Zebrawood
Striking dark-on-light stripes. A statement-maker.
Hickory
Bold contrast between heart and sap. Tough as anything.
Jatoba
"Brazilian Cherry" — orange-red, extremely durable.
Oak
The American classic. Open grain, takes stain well.
Shedua
Deep golden-brown with subtle ribbon figure.
Don't see what you want? Ask — we work with more species than we list here.
Tailored to your dimensions.
Any size, any shape
Built to your dimensions. With our proprietary invisible brackets, we can hold up to 8-inch overhangs without a visible support — meaning bar tops, islands, and breakfast counters that float the way you imagined them.
Three finish options
Satin Sheen Permanent Finish — water, stain, and chemical resistant. GREENGUARD certified, formaldehyde-free. Available in dull or satin. Right for surfaces you won't cut directly on.
Food Safe Mineral Oil — for butcher blocks and prep surfaces. Re-oil every 1-2 months, depending on use.
Custom stains — stock colors or color-matched to your sample.
Sinks, cooktops, edges
Undermount sinks are no problem — every top is sealed against water damage. Edge profiles, drainboards, and integrated trivets are all on the table. Bring your detail; we'll engineer it.
Lifetime warranty.
Every Southside countertop and butcher block is covered against manufacturing defects for as long as you own it. Standard, never an upcharge.
Quick answers, before you ask.
Yes. Research shows bacteria dies within four minutes on wood — versus thriving on plastic. End grain construction with a Food Safe Mineral Oil finish is the right setup for prep.
Tops with our Satin Sheen Permanent Finish are water, stain, and chemical resistant. Mineral oil finishes are softer — they need regular upkeep and quick spill cleanup.
We discourage it. Direct heat from stovetop cookware can burn the wood and damage the glue joints. Use a trivet.
Two to four weeks. It's the fastest lead time in the industry — because one shop owns the whole build, from board selection to packing the crate.
Ready to talk about your top?
Send dimensions, photos, and your wishlist. We'll come back with options, pricing, and an honest lead time.