Creating Quality Home Shelving: A Journey Through the J Thomas Process Building custom shelving isn’t just about assembling wood and metal; it’s about crafting pieces that enhance your space with both functionality and beauty. At J Thomas Home, our shelving process is a meticulous journey from rough timber to beautifully finished product. Let me take you through the steps we follow to ensure each shelf meets our high standards: 1. Rough Setup: Selecting and Preparing the Wood Our journey begins with selecting the finest pieces of wood from reputable lumber sites. We look for quality and charac ..read more

An interview between the J Thomas Home Marketing Team and Zach Crouse We’re lucky to have Zach Crouse, our marketing intern, here at J Thomas Home for the summer. Zach’s a senior at the University of Kansas and wrapping up an undergrad studying marketing at the University of Kansas School of Business. Zach is the Director of Apparel for the Men’s Lacrosse Team at KU and came to us after studying at the Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici in Italy, focusing on luxury brands. In this Interview, Zach shares why he wanted to work with genuine wood products as a culmination of his history in marketing and ..read more

Type "real wood floating shelves near me" into your search bar. Instead of a list of shelf-builders to choose from, you’ll get a list of links to mass-produced shelves. Half of these will lead to composite shelves from big box stores you can order online.  Or, you might even get an AI suggestion to make it yourself. I tried this search myself and amid several links to (not real wood) shelves I can buy, a top result was a “how-to-build-your-own-shelf” tutorial snippet from Architectural Digest.  So before you head off to Home Depot armed with the list from the AD snippet, let’s look a ..read more

Are you thinking about buying your first floating shelf kit? Or maybe you've bought one before, and it didn't go as well as you hoped? Installing floating shelves can be challenging but incredibly rewarding. With the proper guidance and tools, you can turn a blank wall into a stunning showcase for your favorite books, plants, or decorative pieces. Let's dive into how you can master your first floating shelf kit with confidence. Don't Settle for Anything Less than a Custom Wood Shelf Don't settle for pre-made composite shelves when you can have a custom, real wood shelf. Composite shelves might ..read more

Real wood sends a message about a space. In fact, you can transform the aesthetic of an entire room with one single wood feature.  Another upside—a wood shelf is both functional and fashionable. So, if you buy one,  you end up more organized too.  But if you're installing shelving for the first time, it can be intimidating to figure that out by yourself. That's why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you easily install your wood wall shelves. Trust us—we’ve helped enough customers to know—it might seem difficult, but it’s not once you do it. Actually, it’s quite ..read more

Are you tired of tripping over shoes, bags, and random clutter whenever you walk through your front door? It might be time to give your entryway a makeover. With some strategically placed floating shelves, your entryway will be transformed from cluttered chaos into a functional and inviting space in your home.  The Functionality Factor of Floating Shelves Entryways are notorious for being dumping grounds for shoes, coats, bags, you name it. Floating shelves can help you tame this chaos. You can create designated spots for all your essentials by installing a few strategically placed shelv ..read more

As summer rolls in, it’s the perfect time to refresh your space with some bright and breezy decor ideas. Whether you’re an avid decorator or looking to make a few simple changes, here are some summer decor ideas to brighten up your floating shelves and bring a bit of sunshine indoors. Go Green with Plants The lush green of houseplants adds a pop of color and brings a sense of calm and nature into your home. Consider smaller plants like succulents, ferns, or trailing ivy for your floating shelves. These plants are low-maintenance and perfect for creating a mini-indoor garden. Pair your plants w ..read more

Brick walls have an ageless charm that resonates with lovers of both rustic and contemporary styles. Alone, they add character to any room and instantly elevate a space. But what if we told you there’s a way to take that charm to a whole new level by infusing it with modern ‘magic,’ aka LED-lighted floating shelves? These innovatively designed shelves complement the rustic beauty of brick but also elevate it to something extraordinary. They serve as a versatile, eye-catching addition to living rooms, basements, and kitchens everywhere. So get ready to discover the magic of LED-lighted floating ..read more

The secret to a great coffee bar is having all the essentials available at your fingertips. We're talking about the coffee (of course!), coffee pot, mugs, cream, frother, sugar, syrup, and any other fixins you enjoy. The problem is that all these items can clutter up your countertop. Having an organized storage solution - floating shelves - is just as important to a great coffee bar as the essential ingredients.  How to Organize Your Coffee Bar with Floating Shelves First, you need to analyze your space and determine what size and number of floating shelves you'll need. A coffee bar is gr ..read more

The holidays are here! And so is every family member you know...  Go ahead. Welcome them in. We have you -- or at least your stove top -- covered! Our ready-to-host covers add much needed counter space for holiday meal prep and can be personalized to perfectly fit your kitchen.  Click the photos to learn more!   Handmade Stove Top Covers (Noodle Boards)  Stove Top Covers have taken over our shop in preparation for the holiday season. An instant Etsy "Best-Seller" award winner, so many people are buying these beautiful pieces as gifts for friends and family... and th ..read more