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What wood should I choose to make a countertop?

The kitchen is the heart of your home, a place where you spend time preparing meals for precious moments, with family or friends.

This functional space must be both convivial and durable. To help you choose a wood countertop adapted to your living space, we invite you to discover together the options available to you.

What type of wood to choose for your kitchen?

If you desire a wood countertop for your kitchen, know that you have a choice between various wood species, each with their own properties.

To better navigate, it is important to consider two factors : the desired ambiance and the durability of the material.

Whether you prefer a dark or bright ambiance, above all you will need a waterproof wood.

If you need additional information on how to waterproof wood, we invite you to read this article dedicated to wooden backsplashes :

What is the best wood for a kitchen countertop?

Before diving into the technical details, let's mention the advantages of wood countertops:

A warm aesthetic: wood retains an authentic and timeless appearance.
Custom kitchen: available in a wide variety of colors and grains.
Repairable material: scratches can easily be blended as explained in our article on:

Light woods for bright spaces

For a luminous finish, you should prioritize a light wood countertop. Beech, or multi-ply beech is an excellent choice, especially for lovers of Scandinavian style. A laminated wood countertop, like glued laminated beech, will adapt perfectly to many kitchen styles.

Stained woods for darker kitchens

Known for its robustness and durability over time, the countertop made of solid wood is a classic choice.

Species like oak or stained oak for example, which has a natural stain-resistant protection offer a natural finish, ideal for modern decor.

Other wood species for countertops are commonly used, like walnut. We advise against pine for your countertop, as it is too fragile.

What thickness to choose for a wood countertop?

Depending on the aesthetics of your kitchen, the thickness of a countertop can vary.

To determine the appropriate thickness, you must consider the elements of your kitchen that will be fitted into your countertop. Choose the optimal dimension to facilitate their installation.

To give you an idea, a medium-density fiberboard (MDF) countertop, will have a finer thickness than a solid wood countertop. A thicker countertop will give more character to your kitchen.

How to protect your wood countertop?

Prone to scratches, a wood countertop is exposed daily to many threats. To preserve its beauty and functionality over time, it is necessary to acquire an oiled countertop.

This protection will prevent both premature wear and the proliferation of bacteria.

The lacquered wood countertop is an alternative that will be more resistant to heat, but which will require more regular maintenance.

Your kitchen is equipped with an unlacquered solid wood countertop? No worries, we have what you need:

How to maintain a wood countertop?

To ensure the longevity of your wood countertop, daily habits are necessary. To minimize stains, simply wipe with a damp sponge and soap.

Even if your wood is waterproofed, remember to wipe with a cloth to prevent any standing water.

Need more maintenance tips? We have prepared a complete article on:

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By: Barre On 2025-02-24

Quel plaque de bois pour faire un plan de trav arrière cuisine épaisseur 16mm.merci

Replied by: John Steel On 2025-02-28 Bonjour,

Nous ne disposons pas de bois d'une épaisseur de 16 mm. Toutefois, je peux vous proposer du bois triplis d'épicéa en 19 mm, ainsi que du contreplaqué Okoumé en 10 ou 15 mm, qui ne nécessite aucun entretien particulier, mais qui doit être régulièrement nourri avec de l'huile pour préserver sa durabilité. Étant donné l'emplacement prévu, tous les types de bois nécessitent un entretien adapté, car ils seront exposés à une forte humidité. Enfin, le MDF, spécifiquement conçu pour ce type de projet, constitue également une option de qualité, et nous le proposons en 19 mm.
By: Nath On 2022-07-09

Bonjour
Justement, que pensez_vous du mélèze pour un plan de travail ?
Merci

Replied by: John Steel On 2022-07-11 Bonjour,

Le mélèze est un bon bois, il permet effectivement d’en faire un plan de travail chaleureux et naturel.
Selon votre projet et vos besoins, l’idéal serait de pouvoir en discuter en nous contactant au 0 800 746 548 (appel gratuit) ou bien en nous écrivant à cette adresse sav@john-steel.com

Si vous avez d’autres questions n’hésitez pas à nous en faire part !
Bonne journée,
L’équipe John Steel
By: Valentin On 2022-03-02

Bonjour,

ce n'est pas vraiment un plan de travail que je veux , mais je veux me faire un bureau ( reglable en hauteur et largeur ), j'ai déjà le châssis , il me manque le plateau , j'aimerais savoir si vous aviez des conseil quand au bois a choisir pour ce type d'utilisation , en sachant qu'il me faut minimum 1.8 cm d'épaisseur

cordialement

Replied by: John Steel On 2022-03-04 Bonjour Valentin,
Concernant votre demande, cela va dépendre de l'esthétisme que vous recherchez pour votre bureau.
Mon premier conseil serait de prendre du 3 plis mélèze : https://www.john-steel.com/fr/panneau-bois-massif/59-panneau-3-plis-meleze.html
Sinon, vous pouvez aussi partir sur du 3 plis sapin en 19mm : https://www.john-steel.com/fr/panneau-bois-massif/52-panneau-3-plis-sapin.html
Attention, nos bois à réception, sont à poncer et vernir à la réception.
Très belle et bricoleuse journée.
Brigitte