Live Edge countertop

[jmac24]

With this remodel we are doing on a hundred year old house, wife thinks some kind of live edge wood top would look good on two small areas (about 36"x36").

We are already adding a fireplace with a pecan mantle but any idea on what might look good for a small countertop? One is a small bar area and the other might not be used as much. I am thinking mesquite would make a good looking live edge top, but do any of you have any experience with something this?

[JayB]

Pecan makes pretty tops


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[Canoe1]

Mesquite is very pretty, especially if you can get some burl grain slab.

Pecan is nice as well, especially if there is some spalting going on.

Don't overlook walnut, I like the rich warm tone of the wood.


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[ThisLadyHunts]

Beautiful! But aren’t you concerned that water splash from the sink will ultimately raise the grain in that area? Even with a polyurethane finish, over time, I’ve still noticed that this can be a problem.

[Canoe1]

Beautiful! But aren’t you concerned that water splash from the sink will ultimately raise the grain in that area? Even with a polyurethane finish, over time, I’ve still noticed that this can be a problem.

I haven't used it yet, but I know a lot of people say waterloc (sp) is the go to finish for counter tops.

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[JayB]

Beautiful! But aren’t you concerned that water splash from the sink will ultimately raise the grain in that area? Even with a polyurethane finish, over time, I’ve still noticed that this can be a problem.

Have not seen an issue...yet. I do watch it closely. Only been in about 1 year.

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[jmac24]

I am thinking that pecan may be the way to go since we already have a guy working on the pecan mantle. Opposite end of the room so it shouldnt be too much.

[doug]

I love a live edge and mesquite is very nice.

Ours aren't live edge but are Walnut and we love them. TP3 off of here did them and I can't say enough about his quality of work!