Why many designers choose one defining feature instead of customizing every surface. Every project involves decisions about where to invest. Whether working within a fixed budget or simply trying to create balance, designers make thoughtful choices about which...
The wood species may be the first decision a designer makes, but it's rarely the last one that matters. When a designer begins planning a custom wood surface, the conversation often starts with species. Wenge, White Oak, Cherry, Sapele, Walnut…they each bring their...
In this contemporary kitchen by Grothouse design partner, Krista Agapito of S&W Kitchens, the island isn’t just a feature, it defines how people gather. A five-inch thick edge grain White Oak top, spanning over ten feet, anchors the entire space. Precise in...
Wood has always brought warmth into a space. The challenge has been protecting it—especially in kitchens, bars, and high-use environments where water, staining agents, and daily wear are constant. Durata® redefines what a wood countertop finish can do. It delivers the...
Not every project calls for raw wood alone. Some require a more intentional shift—subtle contrast, softened tones, or a way to align wood with a broader material palette without losing its natural character. Pigmented Oil is designed for that balance. It allows wood...
Grothouse’s Original Oil™ is a proprietary, food-safe mineral oil wood finish designed for butcher block countertops and wood surfaces meant to be used. Original Oil™ penetrates deep into the wood fibers, allowing the material to remain fully renewable over time.At a...
Germansville, PA - January 2026 - Grothouse, the leading manufacturer of luxury wood surfacing, will collaborate with BlueStar, Monogram, RA Design, and Architectural Grille to craft three separate booth exhibitions at the 2026 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in...
Trend reports usually come from showrooms, forecasts, or studios, but this one comes from conversations. As usual, our outside and inside sales teams have been in regular dialogue with designers and architects across the country, and although these conversations span...
