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Butcher Block & Countertops
Custom Butcher Block and Hardwood Countertops
are a stunning focal point in your kitchen!
Designing your custom countertops is easy.
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Choose the Wood
As a hardwood retailer, we have dozen's of wood species available, from domestic to exotic imports. A few of the more popular choices for countertops include maple, ash and white oak. But there are many other species available. Then when you add in your choice of color-rich stain, the possibilities are endless!
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Choose the Construction to suit your style
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BUTCHER BLOCK has been a long-time staple in kitchens across the nation. It's made up of strips of wood (staves) measuring about 1-3/4" wide. Multiple strips of wood are glued together on edge to create the width of the countertop. Butcher Block hides the natural face of the wood, but the edge-grain surface offers a unique appearance and a highly durable work area that even hides
minor cuts.
**Our butcher block features staves that are the full length of the top--no butt joints. If a butt joint is necessary to reach the required length, it's no more than one randomly placed joint per stave. And we'll let you know before production begins.
Hard Maple Butcher Block
Butcher Block Illustration
Hard Maple Butcher Block
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WIDE PLANK countertops consist of each plank being glued side-by-side to create width. This is the most popular style of counter today, as it allows you to see all the beautiful face grain and features of the wood. Plank Style countertops can be finished with a food-safe topcoat that resists scratches, and requires little-to-no maintenance.
Stained White Oak
Wide Plank Illustration
Stained White Oak
1/4" Round Over
1/8" Round Over
1/2" chamfer
1/4" Round Over
Don't forget the Edge! Countertops have a routered profile on all exposed edges. This can be a decorative addition to the design or a something very simple. (Today, the 1/8 round over edge is most popular.) Click on the photo to view edge profiles.
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Choose the finish
While you may choose a flat finish that brings out the wood’s natural grain or a high gloss for a more modern appearance, the finish is the most important step! As part of our commitment to being an eco-friendly company, we’re proud to offer two finishing options:
Our most popular choice is our commercial-grade, water-based polycarbon topcoat. It seals and protects the wood grain while providing a beautiful, easy to clean surface. Available in flat, satin and gloss.
We also offer Rubio Monocoat Natural Oil Finish. It's a plant-based, hardwax oil
that is sustainable and also free of many chemicals found in traditional finishes.
It’s unique quality and durability produces a very natural, authentic feel to the
surface of the wood.
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FAQs: Butcher Block & Countertops
Are wood countertops easy to maintain?
Surprisingly, yes! With today's products, it's simple to choose a finish that will
stand up to daily use and still be easy to maintain. As part of our commitment
to being an eco-friendly company, we’re proud to offer two finishing options--
a commercial grade, water-based poly-cand a plant-based hard-wax oil.
Each finish offers unique benefits, but both are durable and food safe.
Can I have an undermount sink?
With a properly sealed wood countertop, an undermount sink will be
a beautiful addition to your kitchen.
Besides Butcher Block, what else is there?
It's true that Butcher Block has been a kitchen staple for decades.
After all, it's desirable look and easy-to-maintain quality makes it the
perfect neutral in the kitchen. But it's not the only option!
Today, more and more designers are turning to wide plank countertops
to create a stunning statement! Wide plank counters show the full face
of the board with all of the varying beauty of the grain. Whether you
choose the mild grain pattern of Hard Maple or prefer the more rustic
look of Ash, a wood top brings together the whole kitchen for a
magnificent look. (See our Designer's Guide for more information.)
Can I cut ON my Butcher Block?
In years gone by, Butcher Block was used as a cutting surface and for food prep.
Chopping directly onto the counter was simply part of life. Today, most people
select butcher block for it's natural beauty and want to preserve the appearance.
So, you can handle Butcher Block one of two ways.
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Cutting directly on Butcher Block--In this case, the wood is left unsealed, and instead, is conditioned regularly with a mixture of mineral oil and natural wax. This requires maintenance and over time, the surface will show wear--especially in your favorite work spot.
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NOT cutting on Butcher Block--Most people prefer this option. It preserves the beauty of the wood, and because the counter is sealed, it offers the greatest protection, while requiring little-to-no maintenance.
What if I want Live Edge?
Few things compare to the natural beauty of live edge tables and bar tops. And there are many options to choose from. The thing to remember about live edge is that your options may be limited by the selection you can find in your area. Are the slabs long enough? ...thick enough? ...the right shape? ...the right color? ...the right species? ...the right look? But when you find the right slab, the finished look can be amazing.
There is also the option of a faux live edge. This starts with a plank style countertop and the edge is tooled by hand to mimic live edge. The secret with creating a beautiful faux edge often lies in the finishing, using burning or glazing techniques to create age and depth.
Custom CNC Inlay
Yes, you can design a conference table or countertop that will be remembered, with your logo inlaid in a contrasting wood or epoxy.
You have questions?
We know wood! Give us a call at 863-646-8681 to discuss your project in great detail.
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Visit Us
While you can request a quote online (below), you are always welcome to visit our shop to discuss your project in person, to see available wood species or to make color selections. We'll also show you around the shop to see the latest projects in production.
We're open M-F, 9-5, and Second Saturday of the month, 9-1. Just let us know when you'd like to stop by.
Click here for more information about visiting our facility. Keep scrolling down to view videos of our shop in action and to read FAQs about countertops.