{"title":"Farmhouse-Inspired Wood Decor","description":"\u003cp\u003eA curated collection of handcrafted hardwood pieces with warm, natural character and a lived-in sense of home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom one-of-a-kind crosses to live-edge and honeycomb shelves, each piece is made in small batches by Benchborne and designed to bring honest wood character into your space.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"walnut-core-cross","title":"Walnut Core Cross","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis handcrafted layered cross is built from multiple hardwoods, creating depth, contrast, and a distinct visual presence. Each piece is made by hand, with attention to how the materials work together as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross: Walnut\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCore: Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 1: Teak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 2: Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 3: Red Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOuter Layer: Wenge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story in the Wood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe core of this cross is Walnut, a hardwood native to North America and long regarded as one of the most classic cabinet woods. It is known for its rich chocolate tones, ranging from lighter brown to deeper, almost black hues, often with subtle variation in the grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWalnut was chosen for the core because of that familiarity. It is a wood people recognize, not for how bold it is, but for how it feels—warm, steady, and enduring. It carries a sense of permanence without needing to draw attention to itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOver time, Walnut develops a soft luster as it is handled and exposed to light, adding depth without dramatically changing its tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom there, the core is wrapped in successive layers of Teak, Maple, Red Oak, and finally capped with Wenge. Each of these woods \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esits within a similar tonal range\u003c\/span\u003e, building a composition that feels cohesive and grounded. The Maple introduces a lighter note, while Red Oak brings a subtle warmth that may deepen over time. The Wenge at the outer edge provides a quiet boundary, framing the piece without overpowering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a piece defined less by contrast and more by presence—where the materials work together to create something that feels balanced, familiar, and built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52229410554137,"sku":"BRN-CROSS-WALNT","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/DSC5532_fullres-2.png?v=1776210139"},{"product_id":"cherry-core-cross","title":"Cherry Core Cross","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis handcrafted layered cross is built from multiple hardwoods, creating depth, contrast, and a distinct visual presence. Each piece is made by hand, with attention to how the materials work together as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross: Cherry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCore: Cherry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 1: Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 2: Zebrawood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 3: Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOuter Layer: Padauk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story in the Wood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe core of this cross is Cherry, a hardwood found throughout North America and long favored for its rich color and natural warmth. When first cut, Cherry carries a soft pink tone, but over time it deepens into a darker, more lustrous red, gaining character with age and exposure to light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCherry was chosen for the core because of that gradual change. It doesn’t demand attention immediately, but reveals more as it matures, giving the piece a quiet, evolving presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis is the only cross in the collection that does not rely on a darker hardwood. Instead, it sits within a lighter range of tones, allowing the warmth of the Cherry to define the piece from the center outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFrom there, the core is wrapped in successive layers of Maple, Zebrawood, Ash, and finally capped with Padauk. The lighter Maple and Ash reinforce the brightness of the core, while Zebrawood introduces movement through its natural patterning. The outer layer of Padauk brings a deeper red tone that ties back to where the Cherry will naturally develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEach layer works together to build a piece that is less about contrast and more about warmth, balance, and the way the wood continues to change long after it is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52229421924633,"sku":"BRN-CROSS-CHRRY","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/DSC5531_fullres-2.png?v=1776210384"},{"product_id":"zebrawood-core-cross","title":"Zebrawood Core Cross","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis handcrafted layered cross is built from multiple hardwoods, creating depth, contrast, and a distinct visual presence. Each piece is made by hand, with attention to how the materials work together as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross: Zebrawood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCore: Zebrawood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 1: Red Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 2: Padauk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 3: Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOuter Layer: Wenge\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Story in the Wood\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe core of this cross is Zebrawood, a hardwood native to West Africa, particularly Gabon and Cameroon. It is known for its bold, striped grain, where light and dark bands run through the wood with a natural rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eZebrawood was chosen for the core because of that distinctive character. The pattern gives the piece a sense of movement, making the core feel alive and drawing your eye across the surface in a way that is both vibrant and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom there, the core is wrapped in successive layers of Red Oak, Padauk, Maple, and finally capped with Wenge. The warmer tones of Red Oak and Padauk build into the lighter Maple, before transitioning into the deep, grounding presence of Wenge along the outer edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach layer works together to support the energy of the Zebrawood, allowing the core to remain the focal point while the surrounding woods bring balance and depth to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52229851218201,"sku":"BRN-CROSS-ZEBRA","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/DSC5530_fullres-2.png?v=1776217646"},{"product_id":"wenge-core-cross","title":"Wenge Core Cross","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis handcrafted layered cross is built from multiple hardwoods, creating depth, contrast, and a distinct visual presence. Each piece is made by hand, with attention to how the materials work together as a whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross: Wenge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCore: Wenge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 1: Curly Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 2: Padauk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLayer 3: Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOuter Layer: Bocote\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Story in the Wood\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe core of this cross is Wenge, a hardwood native to the forests of Central and Southern Africa, including regions of Zaire, Cameroon, Gabon, southern Tanzania, Mozambique, and the Congo. It is known for its deep coffee tone that reads almost black at a distance, but as you look closer, caramel-colored grain patterns begin to emerge, giving the wood a quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWenge was chosen for the core for that reason—what appears simple at first reveals more over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom there, the core is wrapped in successive layers of Curly Maple, Padauk, Ash, and finally capped with Bocote. The lighter tones of Maple and Ash balance against the richer, more active grain of Padauk and Bocote, creating contrast without losing cohesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach layer works with the others, building a piece defined as much by its material as its form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52229889098009,"sku":"BRN-CROSS-WENGE","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/Wenge_Cross_Hero_Shoot.png?v=1780383324"},{"product_id":"layered-hardwood-wall-shelves","title":"Layered Hardwood Wall Shelves – African Mahogany \u0026 Walnut with Live Edge Teak","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA pair of handcrafted wall shelves designed to elevate whatever you choose to display, from plants to small, meaningful pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt the core of this set is a layered construction of African Mahogany and Walnut. African Mahogany forms the foundation, bringing a warm, steady tone long associated with furniture built to last. It carries a sense of permanence without needing to stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWalnut is introduced alongside it, recessed roughly 1\/16” into the surface. Known for its deeper, richer tones and natural variation in grain, it was chosen to create contrast. The recessing isn’t subtle in purpose. It creates immediate separation between the two woods, allowing the layers to be clearly defined and visually distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe shelf itself is an inset piece of live-edge teak. Where the back panel is structured and deliberate, the teak introduces a more natural edge, adding variation without disrupting the balance of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis is a one-of-one set. Grain, tone, and small details are unique to these pieces alone. Over time, the wood will deepen and continue to develop character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Note: Staging plants are not included.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52312640684313,"sku":"BRN-SHELF-LAYRD","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/Looking_Left_Whiter_Background__fullres.jpg?v=1777620741"},{"product_id":"honeycomb-shelf-sets","title":"Honeycomb Shelf Sets","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese handcrafted honeycomb shelf sets are made from solid hardwood and finished by hand. Each wood species is selected for its unique beauty, allowing every shelf to reveal the distinctive grain, color, and figure that make natural hardwood so remarkable. The result is a collection that feels refined, expressive, and unmistakably natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEvery home has a space that never quite comes to life. Nothing about it is wrong, yet something never feels quite complete. The sofa gets moved to the opposite wall. Then back again. A fresh coat of paint promises to change everything, but somehow it doesn’t. Different artwork goes up, only to come back down a few days later. You know the room could be something more, but no matter what you try, it continues to fall just short. Then one final detail finds its place, and suddenly the room becomes the space you always knew it could be. These shelves were created for moments like that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe clean geometry of the honeycomb design brings balance and structure to a wall, while the selected hardwood gives every set its own distinct personality. Whether displayed together as a pair or separated to complement different areas within a room, these shelves are designed to adapt to the space they become part of. They quietly complement what you choose to display rather than competing for attention, adding warmth, dimension, and character that feels both intentional and effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEach shelf is individually handcrafted from solid hardwood, with natural variations in grain, color, knots, and figure ensuring that every set is one of a kind. Because every home and every vision is different, mounting hardware is intentionally not included. Rather than dictating how the shelves should be displayed, Benchborne leaves that decision where it belongs, with you, giving you the freedom to create an arrangement that best reflects your space and your style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Note: Example lifestyle images are generated to demonstrate possible usage and presentation of Honeycomb Shelf Sets.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchborne","offers":[{"title":"Ash (Basic)","offer_id":52888263491865,"sku":"BRN-HCS-ASH-B","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oak","offer_id":52888263524633,"sku":"BRN-HCS-OAK","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cedar","offer_id":52888263557401,"sku":"BRN-HCS-CEDAR","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ash (Rich)","offer_id":52925352247577,"sku":"BRN-HCS-ASH-R","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/files\/Ash_Colorful_w_Background.jpg?v=1785529589"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/2069\/9929\/collections\/Staged_-_Cherry_Core_Cross_b0deeca6-df24-42da-a3c3-f15b662477ec.png?v=1789776598","url":"https:\/\/benchborne.com\/collections\/farmhouse-inspired-wood-decor.oembed","provider":"Benchborne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}