Diy Butcher Block Countertop Video

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Diy butcher block countertop video.

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 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. It is a great product for use in areas that need protection from water. The steps in creating the top are fairly easy but the project does require some special tools especially for the larger size tops.

Follow me on social media. 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. In regards to the cut up pieces and not full length lumber it was the look the client was going for. But here are a few tricks to get it right the first time.

However all opinions and advice are 100 my own. A great product for finishing butcher block counter tops is waterlox tung oil. 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. Measure the width of one section of countertop at a time.

Currently building a house and thinking it would be fun to build my own butcher block countertops. However if you plan to put food on your butcher block make sure to choose a product that has a nontoxic finish. 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. 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.

Butcher block is merely slices of wood glued together into inches thick slabs a particularly sturdy and stable work surface in a kitchen. In this video i build an edge grain butcher block countertop out of pine 2x3 s from the big box store. Swap dated laminate for a classic butcher block countertop. Measure and cut butcher block to size.

Butcher block countertop overview illustration by gregory nemec. Nice job and great information. Cutting butcher block without a table saw can be pretty nerve racking.