“ Popular species for countertops include tigerwood , zebrawood , teak , and bubinga . Brazilian cherry is also popular .
All lumber is hand selected and matched to highlight grain , color , and texture . For our clientele , the unique looks of imported wood just can ’ t be beat .”
KEN WILLIAMSON
Craft-Art Company in Atlanta , Georgia , is a new leader in the wood countertop trend . The company procures fine woods – approximately 35 percent imported – to craft unique , stylish countertops . Ken Williamson founded Craft-Art in 1998 in the basement of his home . The venture began simply with Williamson crafting custom cutting boards and butcher blocks . Along the way he developed a moisture- , heat- , and stain-proof varnish that requires minimal maintenance , and that opened the door for bigger applications . With Williamson ’ s special varnish , the wood does not split or mildew and only needs to be oiled every 15 to 18 months to be maintained . Thus , Craft-Art countertops were born .
Craft-Art ’ s business has quickly blossomed because the company fills a unique niche in the United States kitchen design industry . Craft-Art is all but creating the wood countertop category in the United States , and business reflects the demand in the marketplace . As there are more affluent homeowners seeking high-end materials for their kitchens , there is a great interest in wood countertops .
Can ’ t Find the Mahogany you Need ?
O ’ SHEA CAN HELP !
We keep a comprehensive , on-site inventory , specializing in highquality African Mahogany ( 100 % Khaya ivorensis ).
Our customers include some of the best known furniture , cabinet and architectural millwork producers in the country . Our direct mill connection enables us to ensure the high standard of quality and service that our customers associate with O ’ Shea Lumber .
Call us old-fashioned , but we still believe the customer is king and should be treated like one . That ’ s why you ’ ll find genuine personal service everyday from everybody … the O ’ Shea way .
. Hardwood and Softwood Lumber
. Imported Hardwoods
. 3.5 Million Board Feet Inventory
. 325,000 Board Feet Kiln Capacity
. Complete Milling Facilities
. Automated Handling Equipment
. Our Own Fleet of Company Trucks
Call 1.800.638.0296 to arrange for a bundle – or a truckload – to be delivered right to your door .
11425 Susquehanna Trail . Glen Rock , PA 17327 USA . fax : 717-235-0200 e-mail : anton @ oshea . com . www . oshealumber . com