Summer Sale: Up to 30% OFF on Oak Worktops

Free delivery over £550.* UK Mainland only. Sale offer expires on the 30th of June.

Shop Now

Choose your essentials

OSMO Top Oil Worktop Kit
£44.99
In stock

-
+
Add to basket
Edging to Desired Profile per Metre
£15.00

-
+
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Pre Oiling per Metre
£25.00
In stock

-
+
Add to basket
Template & Installation
£750.00
In stock

-
+
Add to basket

Wenge Worktops

Native to central Africa’s Congo Basin, wenge wood is a sought-after, beautiful hardwood with a striking, very richly toned appearance. Wenge is a long way from your average hardwood, offering a stunning dark, almost black grain pattern which is combined with reddish brown tones for added depth. However, this is just one reason why wenge worktops are incredibly popular. So if you’re looking to buy wenge worktops, let’s take this opportunity to delve into the properties of this spectacular wood as it could be the perfect material to complete your kitchen space in style.

Wenge is an outstanding example of a very hard hardwood because it has a remarkably high crushing strength without much flex, which makes it absolutely ideal for many different types of furniture, including kitchen worktops. Since it’s a very dense hardwood, it’s extremely durable and has a lot of resistance to scratches and other examples of wear and tear, making it tougher than other popular hardwoods, including maple and oak.

Wenge also contains more natural oils than many other types of wood, which offers it some additional protection from humidity and moisture. This is ideal for a kitchen space, as these properties make it less prone to cracking, warping or shrinking even in busy family kitchens where a worktop will see a lot of use. Despite its high oil content, it has an understated natural lustre which only enhances its overall versatility as it looks beautiful within both modern and more traditional settings.

Wenge Wood Sources

Wenge wood is the product of the Millettia Laurentii legume tree, which is native to Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, the Republic of the Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Africa. Wenge trees have a slow-to-medium growth cycle, so it can take between 50 and 100+ years for them to reach full maturity.

Wenge wood has been placed on the endangered list by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) because its population has reduced by more than half in just three generations. High demand for this stunning wood has unfortunately contributed to illegal logging practices in its native countries, which makes it incredibly important to seek out responsible sources when you’re looking to buy wenge worktops so that future generations will be able to enjoy the remarkable properties of this spectacular hardwood.

As we’re eager to support sustainable practices, here at Top Worktops, we only work with certified providers of wenge wood who use responsible harvesting practices and ensure that all forests are carefully managed.

Wenge Wood Appearance, Colours and Textures

Wenge is known for its bold, rich tones with a striking grain pattern that can capture attention even when it’s used very sparingly alongside another wood, such as walnut for added contrast and interest. Its striking appearance is why wenge wood is a popular choice for furniture makers specialising in luxury pieces, flooring specialists, and kitchen designers as wenge wood worktops can add the ideal finishing flourish to a luxurious design with ease.

The rich, chocolate brown base has a beautiful warmth to it, which is contrasted by the very distinctive black grain which almost seems to weave throughout the wood in interesting, highly unique patterns. It’s a little like swirling a high-quality milk chocolate into an intensely rich dark chocolate, as you’ll see an almost marbling effect that looks highly luxurious and sophisticated.

If you’re interested in our solid wenge worktops, the great news is that this material is available in a range of different styles to suit your kitchen. Let’s take a look at the different options that are available and their best applications, which we hope will help you to find your ideal match.

Super Stave Wenge Countertops

Also sometimes known as wide stave, super stave worktops are constructed from wide, continuous planks of wood which run along the whole length of your work surface. Super stave worktops have minimal joins, which offers a more expansive and cleaner look overall, conveying a luxurious and elevated feel.

Super stave wenge worktops have a truly luxurious look and feel, which can be used to create a stunning focal point in your kitchen. If you’re thinking about creating a breakfast bar or you want to make sure your kitchen island is one of the stars of the show in your space, super stave wenge counters can help you to achieve this with ease.

This type of worktop can be cut to accommodate items such as hobs and sinks, however wenge wood can be prone to splintering, so you’ll want to purchase from an experienced team who know how to handle this type of wood, such as the experts here at Top Worktops.

Full Stave Wenge Worktops

Full stave worktops are also constructed from continuous planks of wood, however each plank is narrower than you’ll see used in super stave styles. Full stave worktops, therefore, showcase slightly more colour and grain pattern variation across the surface. This tends to offer a more striped appearance, which can amplify the unique visual qualities of this striking hardwood.

Full stave wenge worktops can also be cut to accommodate a range of kitchen features, including hobs and sinks. However, since wenge can be a tricky material to work with, again, it’s really important to have this work handled by an experienced manufacturer and installation team, as care and attention is necessary to maintain the overall structural integrity and high-quality finish of the wood.

Wenge Kitchen Upstands

Kitchen upstands are short countertop extensions that sit against the wall, offering both decorative and functional properties. As well as adding some extra visual impact to your kitchen worktops, upstands can help to prevent crumbs, dust and water from falling behind cabinets into hard-to-reach areas.

In addition to offering a clean visual finish that almost frames the edges of your countertops, upstands can also make cleaning your kitchen simpler and more effortless, as it’s really quick and easy to perform a quick wipe-down with a soft cloth.

You can take one of two approaches when it comes to choosing upstands for your kitchen. Selecting upstands that perfectly match your worktops is the most popular choice, as it visually extends your surfaces for a seamless and uninterrupted look. However, you could also choose upstands in a material that contrasts with your work surfaces and wenge is a particularly great material for this because it sits so well against so many different types of wood, stone, granite, and metal.

Wenge Wood Worktops

Standard wooden worktops are typically made from smaller pieces of wood which are expertly connected together, so you can expect to see more joins than in our full stave or super stave styles. This offers a more checkered or butcher block style appearance, with some additional variation in the pattern and grain you’ll see across the surface. As wenge wood has an ultra-premium look and feel, all of the worktops in this range will offer a striking, high-quality finish to your kitchen, so you really can’t go wrong with whichever style you choose.

Our range of wenge kitchen worktops is available in a selection of different sizes, ranging from 1 metre all the way up to 4 metre lengths. Our worktops are all made from 40mm thick staves, which offer superior durability as well as a luxurious appearance, making them ideal for classic, rustic and more contemporary kitchens alike.

If you think that wenge worktops could be the ideal finishing touch for your kitchen, you may want to purchase a sample that you can look at in your space and under different lighting conditions. Our wood samples are generously sized, so you’ll get a good feel for how this material will look in your home and whether it’s the right option for you. Delivery for wood samples is free and if you go on to purchase a worktop from us within 30 days, we’ll refund the cost of the sample.

Top Worktops Are Committed to Responsible Sourcing

We’re one of the leading suppliers of wenge kitchen worktops in the UK, so we understand just how beautiful and special this material is. We want people to be able to continue enjoying wenge worktops long into the future, which is why we take great care to minimise our environmental footprint and source all of our materials responsibly.

We’ve cultivated relationships with the biggest and most trustworthy names in the wood industry for many years, all of whom have the relevant certifications and permissions from local forestry authorities. We make a point to regularly check that these certifications are up-to-date and that all the timber we source is collected from carefully managed forests using highly controlled and responsible harvesting methods.

We’re constantly striving to find new ways to keep our planet green, and as part of this mission, we make sure that any unused timber offcuts, as well as cardboard packaging and pallets, are sent for recycling so that they can be reused and repurposed into something new. This means that you can buy from Tops Worktops with confidence, safe in the knowledge that we’re taking steps to protect our planet for future generations.

FAQs

We’ve answered some of your most commonly asked questions about wenge countertops below, however if you have any more queries or you’d like some more information about how best to incorporate this striking wood into your own home, our team of experts is always on hand to help!

Why are wenge kitchen worktops so sought after?

Solid wenge worktops are popular because of their striking appearance and excellent durability. Wenge is a beautiful hardwood that will instantly offer your kitchen a real ‘wow factor’ as its distinctive grain is packed full of character and personality. Its rich tone means it pairs well with a range of different materials, including lighter woods, natural stone, and gleaming stainless steel. This means it’s a really versatile material that can be incorporated into myriad different kitchen styles.

Wenge is also a highly durable wood, which has a natural resistance to rot, cracking and warping. This long lifespan means that wenge worktops can be an incredible investment for your home and can be enjoyed for many decades to come.

Will solid wenge worktops last longer than laminate worktops?

High-quality wenge countertops have a far longer lifespan than laminate alternatives and, with the right care and attention, can even last a lifetime. While solid wood worktops can be refinished many times over their lifespan, laminate worktops can’t be sanded down if they get chipped, scorched or scratched.

When you’re looking to buy wenge worktops, it’s really important to seek out high-quality products from trusted specialists. This will ensure that you’re getting the best quality worktops for your investment, which will stand the test of time and continue looking their best in your home for many, many years to come.

How do I look after my wenge worktops?

With the right care and maintenance, it’s possible for wenge countertops to last a lifetime, so understanding how to keep yours looking as good as new is really important. As with any hardwood worktops, wiping up any spills quickly will prevent damage and avoiding strong chemical cleaners will prevent stripping the wood of its important protective oils. A mild dish soap and some warm water is all that’s needed to complete a daily clean, just take care to wipe your counters down to dry them after cleaning.

When you notice that water stops beading up on the surface of your worktops, this is a clear indicator that it’s time to re-oil the surface and prevent the wood from drying out. All you’ll need to do here is lightly sand the surface with a fine-grit sandpaper, remove any dust, and apply an even, thin layer of high-quality oil.

We also recommend using trivets or heat-proof mats for hot appliances and pots, and never be tempted to chop directly on the surface of your worktops as this can cause knife marks and staining.

Installations

Summer Sale: Up to 30% OFF on Oak Worktops

OSMO Top Oil Worktop Kit

Edging to Desired Profile per Metre

Pre Oiling per Metre

Template & Installation

Wenge Worktops

Wenge Worktop

Price

Wenge Wood Sources

Wenge Wood Appearance, Colours and Textures

Super Stave Wenge Countertops

Full Stave Wenge Worktops

Wenge Kitchen Upstands

Wenge Wood Worktops

Top Worktops Are Committed to Responsible Sourcing

FAQs

Why are wenge kitchen worktops so sought after?

Will solid wenge worktops last longer than laminate worktops?

How do I look after my wenge worktops?

Summer Sale: Up to 30% OFF on Oak Worktops

OSMO Top Oil Worktop Kit

Edging to Desired Profile per Metre

Pre Oiling per Metre

Template & Installation

Wenge Worktop

Price

Width

Length

Thickness

Wenge Wood Sources

Wenge Wood Appearance, Colours and Textures

Super Stave Wenge Countertops

Full Stave Wenge Worktops

Wenge Kitchen Upstands

Wenge Wood Worktops

Top Worktops Are Committed to Responsible Sourcing

FAQs

Why are wenge kitchen worktops so sought after?

Will solid wenge worktops last longer than laminate worktops?

How do I look after my wenge worktops?