<?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[Mesa and Maple]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mesa & Maple]]></description><link>https://www.mesaymaple.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:55:39 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.mesaymaple.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Choosing the Right Wood Stain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The strongest stain and finish specifications do not compete with the wood or the room. They clarify both, allowing the piece to feel fully integrated with the larger design language of the project.]]></description><link>https://www.mesaymaple.com/post/choosing-the-right-wood-stain</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8389f439491b7d1ae400ad</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:39:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8e87d7_22f0f96e12de4595a23ac5e1b856107f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_349,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shira Hernandez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reclaimed Wood vs. New Wood for Custom Dining Tables]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reclaimed wood offers a sense of story, subtle irregularity, and the appeal of something that cannot be replicated. New wood offers clarity, consistency, and plenty of room for a tailored design. Both can become beautiful, lasting parts of your home when they are thoughtfully made.]]></description><link>https://www.mesaymaple.com/post/customdiningtables-newwood-vs-oldwood</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a837f19becb69ff147e6f36</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:16:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8e87d7_14248f189e514043b5337b63dfa70c61~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Saul Hernandez</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Steps to Design Custom Built-Ins That Elevate Your Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are 5 thoughtful steps to design custom built-ins that will elevate your home.]]></description><link>https://www.mesaymaple.com/post/5-steps-to-design-custom-built-ins-that-elevate-your-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a837aa90fc3a56d442cded5</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:33:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8e87d7_54416ca93d4041bba2884db2a5130f67~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Saul Hernandez</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>