Endurawood Countertops and Wood
Endurawood--wooden countertops
There are so many great entries here about eco-friendly countertops, but what if you want the beautiful classic look of real wood countertops, not a composite?
Endurawood is a great source for "rediscovered" wood and FSC certified countertops. Their countertops are built to last generations, help homes to achieve LEED points, and best of all, they are GORGEOUS!
Take this counter, for example, made from reclaimed wine vats from California and Oregon wineries:
Or this counter, made of reclaimed walnut, displaying the natural beauty of its various colors:
I was taken with these artistic and personalized countertops, and I had to pass on the word. It really goes to show that with reclaimed wood and FSC Certified wood, you don't have to sacrifice any aesthetic value for your home. This kind of stuff makes me enjoy the thought of remodeling.