A great product for finishing butcher block counter tops is waterlox tung oil.
Diy butcher block countertop video.
Unlike stone or solid surface butcher block can be fabricated in a basement or garage workshop making it the perfect diy project to totally transform your kitchen on a budget.
I know the hardcore woodworking world classifies end grain as the real butcher block but most places just define butcher block as hardwood pieces laminated together.
We spent around 500 00 on our counters and compared to spending 4000 00 at home depot or lowe s i d say that s a steal.
Or start from scratch and customize your own more modern design for your office area.
The steps in creating the top are fairly easy but the project does require some special tools especially for the larger size tops.
It is a great product for use in areas that need protection from water.
In regards to the cut up pieces and not full length lumber it was the look the client was going for.
Nice job and great information.
It all started with a sink.
And on a budget.
Always liked purple heart toying with the idea of using some 1 8 strips at random with maple just to add a bit of color and contrast.
In this van guide how to video i show you the process of how i build my butcher block tops i use in a lot of my custom van conversions.
Also i am curious to know if you had to move the cabinet a half in or so away from the wall where the door is located in order for the left most cabinet door to open completely.
Currently building a house and thinking it would be fun to build my own butcher block countertops.
And my response was.
Swap dated laminate for a classic butcher block countertop.
I fell in love with this crosstown stainless steel farmhouse sink a while back then elkay reached out to see if i had a spot for it in one of our renovation homes.
You can use butcher block as a top to redo a thrift store find or well used desk.
I ll make a spot.
We also looked into ikea butcher block counters but when we thought of the wide plank style we came up with the idea of making them ourselves.
You can make up your own butcher block countertop or the same technique can be used to create cutting boards or a top for a roll around cart.
Depending on your needs or available space we have the best butcher block diy desk options for your workspace.