Now that you’ve mastered 7 basic bartending skills and can impress your friends, you need to build a mental library of basic cocktails you can whip up at a moment’s notice! Sure, being able to mix up a complicated drink is sure to delight your guests, and plain beer has its place, but there’s nothing quite like mastering a tried-and-true crowd-pleasing cocktail to level up your parties. Get good at making these 5 cocktails, and your friends are sure to want to stop by anytime for a drink: Martini What good is a party without someone making a James…
You’ve taken the plunge and decided you’re all-in on building your own at-home bar. That’s great! Maybe this is your first project, or you’re a seasoned DIY-er. Either way, you’re a little hesitant about busting out your saw and nail gun, because you want your home bar to be perfect. Relax! Our experienced bar-building pros can get you started with 5 important tips to help you build your own home bar: Take Your Time to Plan We know you’re excited, but if you rush head-first into this project without taking the proper time and care to plan, you may not…
Building your first bar can seem like a daunting task. You’ve got all the planning, measuring, cutting, and installing, and you don’t want to forget anything! We’ve gathered a list of the things you’ll need to build a bar – besides our high-quality hardwood bar rails! Bar Parts To build a bar, you’re going to need some basic bar parts: Bar Top: You’ll need a top for your bar, where guests can rest their drinks. This can either be tongue and groove, like one of our quick ship hardwood bar top kits, or…
It’s wedding season, and you’re not quite sure what to get your favorite couple for their impending nuptials. You could go traditional and get a toaster off their registry (Boring!) or give them cash for their honeymoon (That feels so impersonal!), but you want something different. How about helping that great new husband and wife stock their home bar for years of entertaining? And who knows: If you give them a gift they love, they may just invite you over for drinks! Here are 5 gift ideas for the bar-enthusiast couple in your life: Engraved Wine Glasses & a Tasty…
We ordered this for an outside bar I built this summer. I know Poplar isn’t the best for staining, but it worked perfectly for our bar top. I used a weather gray stain and several coats of spar urethane. We love the results. Great product! Great price! (Absolutely the best price we could find!) an…
Paul,
Just wanted to let you know that I received the railing and have it installed with one coat of sealer. Looks great already and am looking forward to getting it completed. Thanks for all your help.
Thanks again,
Steve J. – Benton, Michigan
03/21/19
Excellent product. Worked perfectly for my new built bar. Would highly recommend. Was delivered in a timely manner.
Michael N. – Orchard Park, New York
07/28/2020
I bought a cherry bar kit from you back in late August. Several times I called you for help since this was my first wood-working project. You were an excellent resource and contributed greatly to the success of my project. I thought I would share a few pictures of the finished project, which you are…
Hi Paul,
The moment has arrived, and I will be building my bar top this weekend! I think I have a very good handle on how I will be proceeding with the build, and have been going over your website tips and blogs extensively in preparation. To my eye, the quality of components shipped and the r…
Martin Corso – The Chefs Grille Murrietta, California
06/04/2020
BR450 Chicago Style Bar Rail
Purchased the Walnut 475 rail. Was a little nervous because I needed a 12’ piece and it was going to be cut in half to allow for shipping. It came already cut for biscuit joint and with very little sanding it fit perfectly. Have to really look hard to see the joint and rail looks awesome.
