Top Grain
Top Grain
What can I add to my kitchen to detract from the heavy grain in the hickory cabinets?
When my new hickory kitchen cabinets were installed, I was extremely disappointed to see that the grain was very pronounced; so much more than the showroom display I loved. What changes can I make in the kitchen, without replacing the cabinets, that will soften the look of the cabinets? Overall my home is traditional, but not formal. These cabinets are too country for me! The floor is cherry. The stain on the cabinets is a medium shade, called dusk. The counter top is green laminate – I’m considering granite with flecks of brown and black.
If you are unhappy with the hickory, address that issue first. Then after you have changed the cabinets to your satisfaction, then address the countertops, since granite countertops can be costly.
If possible, go back and visit the showroom display that you loved. Remove a drawer and take it with you. Determine if the problem is truly the grain, or is it a difference between the bright showroom lighting and the lighting in your home. If it is the grain, it might be possible to order new doors and drawer fronts that are less grainy. That way, you could have what you loved in the showroom. If it is the lighting, that is something that could be changed easily.
If that doesn’t work, then consider the following:
1. Establish your budget.
2. Decide whether cherry floors and hickory cabinets is too much wood. (It might be too much for me, but it depends upon the overall look of the room, windows, lighting, etc.)
3. For the cabinets there are 3 choices:
a) paint existing cabinets
b) put varnish stain over the cabinets (highly colored varnish that will make the grain less obvious, but will make the cabinets darker)
c) Reface the wood on the cabinets and buy new doors and drawer fronts in a different wood.
The budget might determine which of these you select.
4. When selecting countertops and cabinet finishes keep the overall appearance and maintenance requirements in mind. Painted cabinets show fingerprints more than stained cabinets. Quartz in various brands is easier to maintain than granite. You might want to go to the library and look at the August 2008 edition of Consumer Reports, which has ratings on various countertops.
An additional thought: The wood from the side of a tree will have more even grain and color than wood from the center of a tree (heartwood). Heartwood is generally lighter in color. A mixture of wood from the sides and heartwood will have wildly varying colors. If you were delivered a different grade of lumber than the display, you might have a legitimate complaint against the cabinet seller.
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Genuine Leather Case Pouch Cover For iPhone 4/4S/4GS (Top Grain Real Cowhide!) $18.30 |
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Archaeological Study Bible: Black Top Grain Leather $171.00 |
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Original Rudi 53302: Men full grain leather wallet Top quality, Made in Italy!!! $128.88 |
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GRAIN BELT -”"MINNEAPOLIS BREWING CO.”"- FLAT TOP BEER CAN + [BONUS] CAN $0.99 |
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WINGBACK SOFA CHAIR OTTO/ TOP GRAIN / WOOL SEATS / 8 way hand tied / down cush $3,799.00 |
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CLC 2064X Top Grain Cowhide Driver’s Gloves $19.93 |
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Tan LeatherPebbles Distressed Sanded Top Grain cowhide 2.5 oz 7′ Long 11 sq ft $50.00 |
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XL Top Grain PerforatedGray Cow Leather Base Ball CapAdjustable HandMade 7 1/4+ $40.00 |
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KJV Life in the Spirit Study Bible, Top Grain Leather, Black, Thumb-Indexed $70.00 |
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Deerskin Top Grain Leather Glass Crow Bead Bag replica $59.95 |
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SAKS FIFTH AVENUE TOP GRAIN CALFSKIN RUST SHADE CLUTCH/SHOULDER BAG $50.00 |
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TRU PLAY TOP GRAIN COWHIDE BASEBALL GLOVE AND BALL USED PRE FORMED POCKET $6.95 |
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Custom Leathercraft 2079XL Top Grain Deerskin Gloves, $20.00 |
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2061L Top Grain Goatskin Insulated Gloves, Large $17.44 |
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Custom Leathercraft 2079L Top Grain Deerskin Gloves, L $20.00 |
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Men’s Trifold Wallet Genuine Leather Top Grain Black $20.75 |
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Royce Leather 5 X 7 “Brag Book” Photo Holder- Top Grain 5 Colors $40.00 |
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Royce Leather 5 X 7 “Brag Book” Photo Holder- Top Grain 5 Colors $40.00 |
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Royce Leather 5 X 7 “Brag Book” Photo Holder- Top Grain 5 Colors $40.00 |
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Royce Leather Business Tote – Top Grain Milano Cowhide 2 Colors $179.19 |
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Royce Leather Business Tote – Top Grain Milano Cowhide 2 Colors $179.19 |
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Perry Ellis Executive Trifold Top Grain Leather Wallet $21.49 |
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Perry Ellis Sport Trifold Top Grain Leather Wallet $21.49 |
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Onori L8 Top Grain Distressed Leather Guitar Strap – Black $69.00 |
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Walnut & Maple Wood Cutting Board (beautiful top grain quality) $52.99 |
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Levy’s DM1 (2″ Blk Top Grain Leather Strap) $24.99 |
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Levy’s M4 (3.5″ Blk Top Grain Leather Strap) $19.99 |
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Top Grain Wide Western Belt Tan w/Inlays and Jewels s36-38 $45.00 |
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GRAIN BELT -”"MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA”"- CONE TOP BEER CAN $13.49 |
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JUSTIN HEarTs Concho White Top Grain CowHide Leather Belt * Size 26 * EUC $25.00 |
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Medicine Bag Top grain Deerskin 2×2″ w 32″ cord Replica $7.49 |
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NEW Montecarlo Bullhide “Hidden Pleasures” Top Grain Leather Western Cowboy Hat $76.95 |
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All Natural Genuine Top Grain Leather Portfolio Tan Black Business $50.00 |
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TECHNI MOBILI 2018 WOOD top computer desk wood grain $122.55 |
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DOUBLE MAG HOLDER, Black Top grain Leather, double stack. Fits EAA Full size $40.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,739.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,739.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,739.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,789.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,789.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,789.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,859.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,859.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,859.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,549.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,549.00 |
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Top Grain Leather Recliner Sofa Loveseat and Chair NEW $1,549.00 |
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All Natural Genuine Top Grain Leather Portfolio Black Business Black $40.00 |
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Natural Top Grain American Leather Portfolio Business $60.00 |
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8mm Matte Dome Top Wood Grain Crafted Titanium Ring Mens Wedding/Engagement Band $13.59 |
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Top Grain Black Leather Executive Office Desk Chair $799.00 |
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jewelry lot Top grade resin Lucite 70pcs Fashionable Leopard Grain Children ring $1.56 |
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XL Top Grain Lambskin Leather Bomber Jacket Italian Mosaic Design By MAXAM BRAND $57.95 |
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John Boos 36W x 27D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,080.00 |
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John Boos 36W x 32D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,198.00 |
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John Boos 36W x 38D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,423.00 |
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John Boos 48W x 25D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,187.00 |
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John Boos 48W x 27D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,447.00 |
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John Boos – Homestead Block, Walnut End Grain Top $1,989.00 |
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John Boos 48W x 32D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,671.00 |
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John Boos 48W x 38D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $2,067.00 |
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John Boos 24W x 25D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $647.00 |
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John Boos 60W x 25D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,744.00 |
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John Boos 30W x 25D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $785.00 |
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John Boos 60W x 27D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $2,004.00 |
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John Boos 30W x 27D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $883.00 |
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John Boos 60W x 32D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $2,085.00 |
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John Boos 30W x 32D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $1,042.00 |
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John Boos 60W x 38D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $2,585.00 |
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John Boos Big Easy Block, Maple End Grain Butcher Block Top, Natural Maple $1,599.00 |
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John Boos 36W x 25D x 4H American Black Walnut End Grain Island Top $937.00 |
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TOP GRAIN COWHIDE EXERTIOR CREDIT CARD CHECKBOOK WALLET $7.99 |
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VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER SUITCASE TOP GRAIN GENUINE COWHIDE WITH 2 KEYS $64.99 |
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Winn International Expandable Top Grain Cowhide Leather Attache Case Burgundy $157.50 |
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TOP GRAIN LEATHER MILITARY STYLE SLING – NEW $18.99 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Snap On Oil Tanned Top Grain Vintage Retro Western Cowhide Leather Belt $43.95 |
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Top-Grain Leather Accessory Bags $33.74 Top-Grain Leather Accessory Bags |
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Blackwood Top Grain Chinks $64.3 These Chinks Are Made Of A Heavy Top Grain Leather With A Fringe Trim, Latigo Belt And Leg Straps. Scalloped Yoke With A Diamond Trim. |
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French Country Black Desk with Wood Grain Top $198 -Wood grain top. -Easy assembly. |
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Arsenal 5400 Top Grain Tool Rigs $138.9 Arsenal 5400 Top Grain Tool Rigs |
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Arsenal 5402 Top Grain Tool Rigs $130.23 Arsenal 5402 Top Grain Tool Rigs |
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Blackwood Top Grain Shotgun Chaps $98.3 These Chaps Are Made Of A Heavy Top Grain Leather With A Belt Strap And Full Length Zipper. |
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Top Grain Leather Armchair $899 With decades of experience in transitional to modern furniture design and affordable manufacturing cost in Asia, Abbyson Living has brought forth a new sense in designer furniture. The design accents the rich leather with an eye-opening contemporary flair that feels at home in any decor. This collection combines contemporary styling with remarkable seating comfort.; Top-grain Italian leather on all seating areas with leather match on sides and back; Eight-way, hand-tied spring construction; Double-doweled frame; Corner-blocked joinery; Solid kiln-dried hardwood construction; Plush foam cushioning; Hand-stitched details; Top Grain Italian Leather, Dark Brown, Embossed, Lustrous Finish; Dimensions: Armchair: 44″ x 39.5″ x 37.5; Seat cushion is 20 high off the ground; Armrests are 24.5 high off the ground |
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TuffRider Top Grain Half Chaps $62.95 These half chaps mold to riders leg for a perfect fit featuring a supple top grain leather with full elastic panel. Reinforced inner calf. |
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With The Grain $7.98 With The Grain |
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Grain $10 Grain |
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PGA Tour Men’s Top Grain Belt $30 35MM top grain leather, stitch with metal loop ornament. |
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Top Grain Leather Expandable Portfolio $242.68 Top Grain Leather Expandable PortfolioExpands from 5″ to 7″. Outside zip pockets hold everything from cell phones to travel guides. Interior has large center pocket with smaller pockets, pen loops, and holders. Back section includes three file pockets. Shoulder strap. 17w x 12h.Black |
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D’Margeaux Pebble Grain Top Zip $54 This top zip is made of genuine smooth grain leather. Exterior features a triple top zipper closure, small front side zip pocket and slide in pouches on each end. Fully lined interior includes one slide in pouch and one zipper pocket – both in center top zip closure. Adjustable single shoulder strap with a max drop of approximately 18.5″. Dimensions: 11″W x 9″H x 2.5″D. Available in Black. |
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Ladies Superstick Top-Grain Half-Chaps $85.1 Ovation’s top grain stretch ribbed half chaps with a super-stick tackififed material patch on the inside for superior grip. |
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Ovation Childs Pro Top Grain Half Chap $58.5 Top grain leather with ribbs for comfort and tighter fit. Contrasting trim color. YKK zippers. |
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Top Grain Leather Sofa and Chair $1799 This set stands beautifully along your accompanying furniture and thoughtful interiors. Combining the most transitional designs with lasting comfort, style and functionality, Abbyson Living has established itself as a statement in lifestyle furnishings.; Top-grain Italian leather on all seating areas with leather match on sides and back; Eight-way, hand-tied spring; Double-doweled frame; Corner-blocked joinery; Solid kiln-dried hardwood construction; Plush foam cushioning; Hand-stitched details; Top Grain Italian Leather, Dark Brown, Embossed, Lustrous Finish; Dimensions: Sofa measures 83 wide” x 39.5 deep” x 37.5 high; Armchair: 44″ x 39.5″ x 37.5; Seat cushion is 20 high off the ground; Armrests are 24.5 high off the ground |
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Top Grain Leather Sofa and Loveseat $1999 This set stands beautifully along your accompanying furniture and thoughtful interiors. Combining the most transitional designs with lasting comfort, style and functionality, Abbyson Living has established itself as a statement in lifestyle furnishings.; Top-grain Italian leather on all seating areas with leather match on sides and back; Eight-way, hand-tied spring; Double-doweled frame; Corner-blocked joinery; Solid kiln-dried hardwood construction; Plush foam cushioning; Hand-stitched details; Top Grain Italian Leather, Dark Brown, Embossed, Lustrous Finish; Dimensions: Sofa measures 83 wide” x 39.5 deep” x 37.5 high; Loveseat measures 70 wide” x 39.5 deep” x 37.5 high; Seat cushion is 20 high off the ground; Armrests are 24.5 high off the ground |
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London Top Grain Leather Armchair $1224 -With decades of experience in transitional to modern furniture design and affordable manufacturing cost in Asia, Abbyson Living has brought forth a new sense in designer furniture. The design accents the rich leather with an eye-opening contemporary flair that feels at home in any decor. This collection combines contemporary styling with remarkable seating comfort. -Genuine top-grain Italian leather on all seating areas with leather match on sides and back -solid kiln-dried hardwoods -Tucked Brass -Nail-head Trim -Corner-blocked joinery -Top Grain Italian Leather, Dark Brown, Embossed, Lustrous Finish -Truck Delivery: includes a delivery appointment and cartons are dropped off inside front door; assembly required by customer. -Armchair: 42″ wide x 38″ deep x 38″ high, Seat cushions are 22 deep -Armrests are 26 high off the ground -Legs are 3 tall |
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Brentwood Top Grain Leather Armchair $1224 -With decades of experience in transitional to modern furniture design and affordable manufacturing cost in Asia, Abbyson Living has brought forth a new sense in designer furniture. The design accents the rich leather with an eye-opening contemporary flair that feels at home in any decor. This collection combines contemporary styling with remarkable seating comfort. -Top-Grain Italian leather on all seating areas with leather match on sides and back -Eight-way, hand-tied spring construction -Double-doweled frame -Corner-blocked joinery -Solid kiln-dried hardwood construction -Plush foam cushioning -Hand-stitched details -Top Grain Italian Leather, Dark Brown, Embossed, Lustrous Finish -Truck Delivery: includes a delivery appointment and cartons are dropped off inside front door; assembly required by customer. -Armchair: 44″ x 39.5″ x 37.5 -Seat cushion is 20 high off the ground -Armrests are 24.5 high off the ground |
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From the Top of a Grain Elevator $5.95 Award-winning poet and playwright Barbara Nickel returns to her Prairie roots in a beautiful collection of seasonal poems that charts nature’s glorious playground. |
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Lancaster Top Grain Leather Sectional $2499 Features: Enjoy luxurious Italian leather with this beautiful sectional sofa; Sofa features top-grain leather on all seating surfaces; This sectional will look great in any home; Leather match on sides and back; Rolled armrests; Individually placed brass-colored nail head trims; Solid frames featuring kiln-dried hardwoods; No-sag sinuous spring construction. Dimensions: Entire Sectional: 120″ W x 44.5″ D x 36″ H; 1.8-inch high-density plush foam cushioning; Seat cushions are 24 inches deep; Seat cushions are 20 inches high off the ground; Legs are 3 inches tall; *Includes Free White Glove Delivery |
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Vegas Top Grain Leather Sectional $3420 -With decades of experience in transitional to modern furniture design and affordable manufacturing cost in Asia, Abbyson Living has brought forth a new sense in designer furniture. The design accents the rich leather with an eye-opening contemporary flair that feels at home in any decor. This collection combines contemporary styling with remarkable seating comfort. -Brass Nail-head trim -solid kiln-dried hardwoods -high-density plush cushion -Rolled armrests -Top Grain Italian Leather, Dark Brown, Matte Finish -White Glove Delivery: includes a delivery appointment, unpacking boxes, up to 30 minutes of light assembly in room of choice and removal of packaging debris. -Overall Sectional: 111.5″ W x 39″ D x 36″ H -Left-facing sofa is 72.5″ wide -Right-facing chaise is 85″ long -Ottoman: 32″ W x 32″ D x 18″ H |
Healthy Heart – Important Studies Show the Whole Grain Connection
As scientists around the world continue their pursuit of knowledge of the human body and how it works, the evidence supporting the importance of a diet rich in whole grains continues to headline news on nutrition! The more we look, the more we find that whole grains do things in our diets that other foods don’t and processed grains like white flour simply can’t.
In the January 2006 edition of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition; (volume 83, issue 1,) a study titled “Whole-Grain Intake is Inversely Associated with The Metabolic Syndrome and Mortality in Older Adults” shows that older people who eat whole grains regularly had a significantly reduced risk of heart disease and metabolic syndrome and lower fasting glucose levels. Conversely, refined grains were associated with higher fasting glucose and increased risk of metabolic syndrome.
This builds on evidence published in 2002—“Effect Of Whole Grains on Insulin Sensitivity in Overweight Hyperinsulinemic Adults,” (Am J Clin Nutr 2002, 75: 848-855.)—that showed a direct whole grain advantage over refined grains when it comes to managing healthy insulin levels.
Four Large and Important Studies Show the Whole Grain Connection to good Heart Health.
1. A 1998 study of 34,000 women showed that those who ate at least one serving of whole grains per day had between 30% and 36% lower risk of heart disease. (“Whole-Grain Intake may ReduceThe Risk Of Ischemic Heart Disease Death in Postmenopausal Women: the Iowa Women’s Health Study” Am J Clin Nutr 1998 68: 248-257.)
2. Results of the Nurse’s Health Study that followed 75,000 subjects for up to twelve years showed that those who ate about three servings of whole grains each day had a 25% lower risk of heart disease and a 36% lower risk of stroke than those who did not make whole grain part of their diet. (“Whole-Grain Consumption and Risk Of Coronary Heart Disease: Results from The Nurses’ Health Study,” Am J Clin Nutr 1999, 70: 412-419.)
3. Another study published in a 2000 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association found similarly strong connections to whole grain intake and health, up to 50% reduction of risk of ischemic stroke. (“Whole Grain Consumption and Risk of Ischemic Stroke in Women: A Prospective Study,” JAMA.2000;284:1534-1540.)
4. Of the 44,000 men in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study, those who consumed about 3 servings per day of whole grain enjoyed an 18% reduction in risk of heart attack. (“Intakes Of Whole Grains, Bran, and Germ and the Risk Of Coronary Heart Disease in Men,” Am J Clin Nutr, 2004, 80: 1492-1499.)
Factoid : When whole grain wheat is refined to make flour, most of its nutritional value goes down the drain. For example, thirteen key nutrients, including vitamin E, are reduced as much as 93%.To compensate for this incredible loss, the flour is enriched, but with only five nutrients, making it into what many scientists and researchers see as negative nutrition. (www.wholegraincouncil.org)
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