How about the best of both worlds... tile edged in a hardwood. In another
post, Larry (from Mintlake Lodge) pointed out the advantages of using the
tiles and I agree. I've done my own kitchen island and a 7' counter using
6" tiles edged with stained oak and they look as good today as they did when
I installed them over 10 years ago.

There are certainly other man-made materials you can use and an all wood top
looks nice - for awhile. Without an epoxy coating, it will most likely be a
very high maintenance countertop that you'll soon be replacing. Think about
it - when's the last time you saw a wood countertop being advertised?

Bob S.


"Ron" wrote in message
10.205...
As the title suggests, SHE is going to allow me to make our new kitchen
tops.

Any preferences to wood type?


Ron