Left: Paneled refrigerator and wine fridge
Right: Stainless steel refrigerator and double ovens

Kitchen Appliance Guide: Paneled vs Stainless Steel

July 8, 2024

Are you planning a new kitchen renovation for your home? I’m sure all the myriad of decisions that need to be made are extremely overwhelming. From flooring types, to layouts, and to cabinet styles, there’s just no end to them! However, one of the most pivotal decisions you have to make is choosing between paneled appliances and stainless steel appliances. Each one has its own unique pros and cons that can greatly alter the look and feel of your kitchen.

How to Achieve A Hamptons Style Kitchen

July 20, 2023

The Hamptons style aesthetic takes its name from a group of villages and hamlets called The Hamptons is a coastal region on the east end of Long Island, New York. Back in the 19th century, it was primarily composed of fishing settlements, farmhouses, and beach shacks. However, it slowly transformed as those from the city made their way into the area, making it a popular holiday destination.

Today, The Hamptons area is an established summer destination or weekend getaway for ever-busy New Yorkers. Even now, many celebrities have a home in this beautiful coastal area such as Beyoncé, Robert Downey Jr, Jerry Seinfeld, and many more!

Cerused white oak was used in this kitchen to go with the beige satin lacquer cabinets — Cerused white oak *was used in this kitchen to go with the beige satin lacquer cabinets*

Cerused Wood: A Renaissance Finish for the Modern Day

June 1, 2023

Cerusing is a wood finishing technique that emphasizes the natural character of grain in wood. This is also called a “limed finish” because of the white liming wax or diluted paint used in modern cerusing techniques. A cerused wood finish mutes the original color of the wood and greatly emphasizes the wood’s natural grain and texture. It’s used in a variety of applications such as furniture, chests, cabinets, cabinetry, and even light fixtures.

Ultimate Guide to Designing a Kitchen - Part 3

May 22, 2023

This article will be the final part of this guide where we’ll explore another crucial aspect of kitchen design: choosing the right kitchen appliances. Why is this important, you ask? The right kitchen appliances are what bring your culinary creations to life! Whether it’s a range with a collection of burners for precise cooking, or a high-capacity dishwasher to help clean quickly and efficiently, the right appliances can make your life in the kitchen so much easier.

So grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and read on!

*Different styles, colors, and finishes of kitchen cabinets by Wood & Co.*

Ultimate Guide to Designing a Kitchen - Part 2

March 13, 2023

And we are back with part 2 of our Ultimate Guide to Designing a Kitchen! In the previous part, we focused on the more general aspects of your kitchen: identifying your needs, laying out the space, and choosing a design style. These will be our guideposts, so to speak, as we iron out more details in part 2.

Now we’re going to turn our focus towards a major component of any kitchen: the cabinetry.