<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Oak and Green]]></title><description><![CDATA[a family run wholly Irish Joinery and Design Studio.]]></description><link>https://www.oakandgreen.ie/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:31:25 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.oakandgreen.ie/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Countertops Explained: Choosing the Right Surface for Your Kitchen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Selecting your worktop is one of the most rewarding stages of designing a bespoke kitchen. More than simply a practical surface, your countertop plays a defining role in the overall character of the space, bringing together cabinetry, colour palettes and hardware into one cohesive design. Gone are the days when the choice was simply between a budget laminate worktop or a premium natural stone such as granite or marble. Advances in manufacturing and material technology have transformed the...]]></description><link>https://www.oakandgreen.ie/post/countertops-explained-choosing-the-right-surface-for-your-kitchen</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a47a8f20e6d465694950146</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchen Design]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:51:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/029e91_7fb0398f73104de5b18f2305e187105c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_533,h_466,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Oak &amp; Green</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cabinet Door Styles - Shaker, Slim Shaker, Slab...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cabinet Door Styles: Shaker, Slim Shaker or Slab? Once you've decided on your cabinet construction, the next step is choosing your door style. It's often the first feature people notice when they walk into a kitchen, yet it's so much more than simply an aesthetic choice. Your cabinet doors establish the personality of the space, influencing everything from hardware and worktop selection to the overall mood of the room. Whether your vision is timeless and traditional or clean and contemporary,...]]></description><link>https://www.oakandgreen.ie/post/cabinet-door-styles-shaker-slim-shaker-slab</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a44fd8981da23eacaa48d34</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchen Design]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:59:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/029e91_ded2320dbd794fbc8993e9e244b5ec2f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_486,h_547,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Oak &amp; Green</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cabinet Construction Styles: In-Frame vs Overlay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before you dive into choosing colours, door styles and finishes, there's one fundamental decision that will shape the entire feel, quality and longevity of your project... cabinet construction style...   When most people begin planning a new kitchen, wardrobe or media wall, they naturally gravitate towards the visible design elements – shaker doors, slab fronts, painted finishes or beautiful timber veneers. While these aesthetic choices are undoubtedly important, they come later in the design...]]></description><link>https://www.oakandgreen.ie/post/cabinet-construction-styles-in-frame-vs-overlay</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a42917a45fef714ad467549</guid><category><![CDATA[Kitchen Design]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:22:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/029e91_81bb64dddb184bbab9cfc0387a60239e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_539,h_411,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Oak &amp; Green</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>