Finish Options

Reflect Your Style by Choosing Wood Finish Options at J Thompson Tops

Are you renovating your own house and looking for a chic way to add dimension to your living space? Do you own a rental property and want to upgrade the look and durability of the countertops?

J Thompson Tops specializes in wood finish options and custom wood countertops. We provide various packages to match your preferences and budget.

Finish Options

With years of experience, we offer a variety of wood finish options. We can help you decide what is better for you according to how you expect to use your counters and create custom wood countertops as per your preference.

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Durable Wood Finish

No one wants scratched or water-stained countertops. We offer long-lasting, heavy-duty wood finishes that can protect against water, sunlight, and heat, as well as physical damage such as scratches and dents. Along with this, we can provide tips on the care of the countertops to increase their lifetime.

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In-Demand Finish Options

At J Thompson Tops, we offer the most popular and in-demand finishes from all around the world, including conversion varnish, mineral oil, beeswax, Rubio monocoat, and more.

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Maintenance and Repair

Along with installing wood finish and customizing countertops, our professionals, with their experience and knowledge, can provide maintenance on your countertop finishes, helping them to last longer. We also offer repair packages for countertops.

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J Thompson Tops has more than 30 years of experience with custom wood countertops, and we are your reliable source for great wood finish options. Contact us now to get started!

CHOOSING A FINISH FOR WOOD

We offer Different Wood Finishes Options that match your lifestyle.

CONVERSION VARNISH

  • Clear coat protective finish
  • 2nd popular finish option
  • Most protective finish option
  • Satin Sheen
  • Low Maintenance
  • Can be used in conjunction with a stain color
  • Included in standard sq/ft price

MINERAL OIL & BEESWAX

  • 3rd most popular finish option
  • Easy to repair
  • Food safe with direct contact
  • All-natural
  • Must maintain with periodic mineral oil and beeswax application (approx. 5 min every 2 weeks)
  • Included in standard sq/ft price

RUBIO MONOCOAT

  • Most popular finish option
  • Recommended for high traffic areas
  • Food safe with direct contact
  • Matte sheen
  • Low maintenance
  • Can be easily repaired if damaged
  • Included in standard sq/ft price

Frequently Asked Questions

ARE WOOD TOP FINISHES DURABLE?

Our wood top finishes are durable and can withstand the modern lifestyle. Some more than others; Low-maintenance = Conversion Varnish, Easy Repair = Rubio Monocoat, Food Prep/Cutting Surface = Mineral Oil and Beeswax. Do remember our wood tops are premium hardwood and the finishes can show wear if standing water is left on the surface.

CAN WOOD TOPS BE USED WITH SINKS?

Yes, sink cutouts are a very popular option to include in your wood countertop.

ARE UNDERMOUNT OR DROP-IN SINKS BETTER TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF MY TOP?

We prefer you select an undermount sink for your wood countertop.

We build each and every top tailored to your liking. We do not use slabs or blanks, but the finest kiln dried hardwoods available.