removing john boos 'varnique' finish
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Wide island with butcher-block top- can Boos be joined??
Comments (9)Thanks folks. I just spoke with a local company who can make the whole thing for me for a lot less than Boos (they also sell Boos). I can get either end-grain (like the typical butcher block) or plank. He recommended plank, as it looks more like a big farmhouse table, which sounds like a nice look. Our kitchen is quite small (an L shape about 10 x 10 at one side of a 20' by 16' room with fairly low ceilings...) and this island is going to be pretty massive in the space. So maybe a farmhouse table look is more appropriate? Do you think a 5' x 4 1/2' island is just too big for this space? I am considering cherry, on cherry cabinets, with a 10" overhang on the outside for stools. Prices quoted were $725 plank; $925 endgrain... about half what granite costs around here. So I'll do granite on the regular counters only. What do you think???...See MoreJohn Boos Varnique.... anyone??? (x-post)
Comments (0)We are planning a John Boos Island top for our kitchen reno. 9'x4' and it's 1 3/4" thick. No sink, no dishwasher. Edge grain. I've been going back and forth about using mineral oil or doing a furniture finish as you may know b/c I've posted here before. I like the matte look of the wood and don't really want it to look too much like a furniture table. If we chop on it, it would just be on a small section in the prep area... not the whole island. I know if we choose a "finish" we'd need to use a cutting board only and that's fine. SO, being we are buying from BOOS, their options are mineral oil or varnique. (If you choose nothing on it, there is no warranty ) **HAS ANYONE USED THEIR "VARNIQUE" OR KNOW WHAT IT IS? HOW IT WEARS? ETC? Also, I didn't like Waterlox b/c it changed the color of my samples and had an amber color to it. Does the Varnique do that? Also Boos says it's a semi-gloss which I'm afraid will be too shiny. My gut has been to go with the Mineral Oil but I'm a little worried with all the wiping down of the island we'll be doing (eating at it with kids, etc) it may be A LOT of oiling and a lint catcher, etc... Also, getting oily papers, etc. Any advice here is greatly appreciated! : ) From their site: SELECTION OF FINISH John Boos & Co. offers two unique finishes. One is perfect for your application. Penetrating Oil: If you wish to use your butcher block top as a cutting surface, this is the only finish to purchase. Just like cutting boards and butcher blocks, the natural wood surface is protected by oil, which is actually absorbed into the fibers. It is advisable to periodically re-oil your butcher block tops to preserve their beauty and durability. If, after heavy usage, you wish to remove cut marks, just sand off the top and re-oil. It will look like new. Varnique: This beautiful semi-gloss finish is virtually maintenance free. It is impervious to most household chemicals. Cleans up easily with mild soap and water. The fine furniture look makes it the choice for kitchen island bars and eating counters. Cuts into the finish should be resealed immediately to prevent the exposed wood from absorbing moisture. John Boos EZ-DO a wipe on poly gel is recommended for use....See MoreThat's Right, It's Another White Kitchen, $20K Budget, Finished!!
Comments (95)I would mount the telly on an articulating arm underneath the upper cabinet closest to the dining table. Most likely you will need to attach it to a stud. Hopefully you could make the edge of the telly flush with the end of the cabinet/counter. Using an arm will allow you to pivot the telly toward the DR table, the island or the sink. And then you can fold it flat against the wall for a more streamline look when not in use. With this arrangement, you might have to move the radio/speakers. As mentioned by another commenter/s, I would love to see a general breakdown of cost. Lovely kitchen. Enjoy it in good health!...See MoreMy bungalow kitchen is almost finished!
Comments (21)Love the soapstone perimeter with butcher block island . . . I'm ordering my cabinets this week and have that combination planned also with warm white. I'm so grateful to everyone on GW that has posted photos. It's so nice to be able to SEE what ideas look like for real and not just on paper! Love the vintage fabric details!...See More- 17 years ago
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