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04/02/2026

🔥 Custom Live Edge Maple Island Top – Built to Be the Centerpiece 🔥

Just wrapped up this custom kitchen island featuring a one-of-a-kind live edge maple slab—and this one turned out incredible!

This piece started as a raw slab and was carefully:
• Flattened and leveled for a perfectly true surface
• Hand-shaped to preserve the natural live edge character
• Sanded through multiple grits for a smooth, furniture-grade finish
• Finished to highlight the natural warmth, grain movement, and subtle figuring in the maple

The goal here was to create something that feels organic but functions flawlessly in a real kitchen—and this top does exactly that. The soft tones of the maple pair perfectly with the deep green cabinetry, while the live edge adds just enough character to make the whole space stand out.

Every slab like this is unique—no templates, no repeats—just solid wood, real craftsmanship, and attention to detail from start to finish.

If you’re looking to bring a statement piece like this into your home—whether it’s an island, table, or countertop—reach out. I’d love to build something custom for you.

📍 Custom woodwork | Live edge slabs | Built to last