About the studio
I'm Ray Sample. I build pieces that don't exist anywhere else.
Beauty In the Wood was born from a love for woodworking and the natural beauty of every grain, knot, and burl. From my studio in Castle Rock, Colorado, I build custom epoxy countertops for homes across Colorado, and ship river tables and resin art to clients nationwide.
Every piece I make starts with the wood. I hand-select slabs for their grain, their character, the story they tell. The resin enhances the wood; it never overshadows it.
Whether you want a kitchen countertop that turns heads, a river table that anchors your dining room, or a piece of wall art unlike anything else, I'd love to build it with you.
Materials partnership
Built with Leggari
I use Leggari epoxy systems on every countertop and tabletop I pour. Leggari is the industry standard for low-VOC, high-durability resin - it's what serious artists reach for when the piece needs to last a generation.
Process
From the slab on my workbench to the piece in your home.
01
Conversation
We start with your room, your palette, and the slab you've been dreaming about. I come back with a plan, a timeline, and a quote.
02
Slab selection
I hand-pick the wood - walnut, maple, elm, or whatever fits. Every slab has its own grain story; I match it to your space.
03
Pour and install
Resin goes in by hand, layer by layer. When it's finished, I install countertops personally across Colorado and ship finished tables and art nationwide.
Kind words
From clients across Colorado and the country.
Ray is an amazing and talented artist! I highly recommend his work and look forward to seeing all of his projects! If you're looking for artistic resin designs, countertops and more, you won't be disappointed! Ray does fabulous work!!
Eric F.
I got some amazing coasters. Simple project but amazing outcome. People definitely notice these simple coasters that make the room stand out. His pieces are amazing!
Darin D.
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