Meet Pigmented Oil: A Penetrating Wood Finish Designed for Tone and Control
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...
Meet Original Oil™: The Food-Safe Oil Finish for Butcher Block Countertops
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...
Behind the Scenes of Our Designer Days
Designer Days give a closer look at what happens inside our workshop with small gatherings that make space for designers to see how things are made, meet the people behind the work, and ask questions in real time.Each group is intentionally kept small. That way...
The Art of Making: Celebrating National Manufacturing Month at Grothouse
Each October, National Manufacturing Month shines a light on the people and processes that shape the products we rely on every day. For Grothouse, it’s a time to reflect on what manufacturing truly means; not as a mechanical process, but as a living craft. For nearly...
Elevating Spaces: How Designers Incorporate Anvil™ Surfaces into Kitchens, Bars, and Furniture
Designers are increasingly turning to Anvil™ surfaces to bring a contemporary edge to kitchens. Whether it’s an island countertop or striking metal accents, the blend of real metal particles sprayed onto wood creates a balance of warmth and sophistication. Imagine a...
Balancing Warmth and Edge: The Power of Wood and Metal in Showrooms
A showroom is more than a place to see materials, it’s a stage where design stories unfold. Every surface and every finish is an opportunity to spark imagination and inspiration. At Grothouse, we’ve seen how thoughtful displays transform client experiences, moving...
Timeless Giving: Why Our Cutting Boards Are Meant to Be Shared
When it comes to gift-giving, some items feel special in the moment, but fade with time. Then there are gifts that stay in daily use for years, quietly growing more meaningful with every meal, memory, and shared conversation. That’s what we build at Grothouse: pieces...
Designer Spotlight on Matthew Quinn: Innovation, Craftsmanship, and Collaboration
At Grothouse, we are proud to collaborate with a range of talented designers, and Matthew Quinn exemplifies the creativity and craftsmanship that our partnerships celebrate. Recognized globally as a visionary in kitchen and bath design, Quinn brings a rare blend of...
The Functional Foundation of Great Kitchens
Some things are optional in a kitchen. End grain butcher block isn’t one of them. At Grothouse, we believe there’s a reason end grain wood has never gone out of style. It brings warmth, function, and a grounded presence to spaces that are increasingly sleek,...
Where Craft Meets Performance: The Grothouse End Grain Standard
End grain wood surfaces are known for their durability, knife-friendliness, and beauty—but at Grothouse, we don’t just make end grain. We refine it. Elevate it. Craft it into something that stands apart from the rest. We treat each piece not just as a product, but as...
A Simple Ritual for Lasting Elegance: Wood Care with Original Oil™
Wood countertops and cutting boards bring unmatched warmth, character, and function to the kitchen, but to keep them performing beautifully for years to come, a little regular care goes a long way. At Grothouse, we craft every solid wood surface to last a lifetime....
