Rackensack Kilns should be at the top of your list if you are looking for a great selection of kiln-dried slabs and natural wood options. They help you make the right choice for your needs and share benefits and insights from their experience with different woods and finish options. Cameron and his team will provide a fully finished product of great quality and beauty. Or for the do-it-yourself wood worker like me, they will work with you to whatever stage you wish to pick up and finish in your own shop, answering questions and giving advice when needed. Their recommended finish product, Rubio Monocoat, is a great product that was easy to apply and has a beautiful, but durable, low sheen finish that brings out the natural tones, grains, and movement...
Read moreI recently specified Rubio Monocoat's Oil Plus 2c for interior white oak cabinetry and interior cypress boards on a ceiling. I am so pleased with this product. First of all, it smells great - no chemicals that give you a headache or make you feel light headed. Secondly, it's a simple application that doesn't require extensive prep work beyond a typical sanding prior to staining. I love that the finish has no sheen, but provides a lot of depth. I also love that there are many colors to choose from, so you can get the same sheen-less finish in a variety of tones. I'll definitely specify Rubio Monocoat for...
Read moreI was never made aware of the milling/kilning cost when we emailed about having two logs delivered and built into a dining room table. They need a much more professional quoting system on the front end to help their customers budget for projects. We had to pull out of having them make our furniture due to unexpected costs. Very frustrating to plan for a $6,000 table top and then be thrown a $4,000+ invoice before...
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