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.

*Walnut Full Overlay Kitchen Cabinets by Wood & Co.*

What Are Overlay Cabinets and Why Choose Them?

December 5, 2023

It’s always tough to make design decisions when it comes to cabinetry. There are so many things to consider! However, there’s one aspect that many homeowners gloss over that can greatly affect the desired look: cabinet construction. We’re not talking about the nitty gritty of building it, per se. We’re talking about the types of cabinet door overlays.
There are two types, in general: inset cabinet doors and overlay cabinet doors. We’ve talked about the former in a previous article, so today we’ll discuss the ins and outs of overlay cabinetry.

*Various millwork in a contemporary living space by Wood & Co.*

What Is Millwork and How It Enhances The Home?

August 25, 2023

There are many factors to consider when designing your cabinetry. You have to think about the color, the style, sizes, proportions, even how many cabinets you need. What some homeowners don’t really know much about is the type of cabinet build and how it affects the look of your space. The one we’ll specifically talk about today is the inset cabinet. In this article, we’ll go over what it is, what makes it unique, and why you might choose it for your home.

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.