Butcher block countertops have been reemerging in kitchen design this year, adding character and traditional style to schemes. But before you follow suit, knowing the pros and cons is important to ...

Design pros say it's important to choose your kitchen countertop wisely. Here's the surprising countertop material that's ...

Made from straight cuts of wood that are glued together into slabs, butcher block makes a sturdy, attractive countertop. Butcher block is most commonly made from maple, which is hard and has a clear ...

Which butcher block countertops are best? Planning a kitchen remodel? Butcher block countertops are an affordable and gorgeous counter solution. Their functionality, price and aesthetics have made ...

Many homeowners get muddled down in the debate between granite and marble countertops, forgetting that there's another great option: butcher block. These wooden countertops, made by laminating wood ...

Who else loves the look of brand new butcher block countertops? The natural wood gives a rich, cozy feel to a kitchen. But I've always wondered how these beauties hold up over time. Among folks who ...

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Q. I am having a walnut butcher block countertop made for a 4' x 5' kitchen island. What is the best finish to have applied? We do a lot of cooking and have two teenagers (!) with their requisite ...

We dive into the Internet’s top tips for a DIY kitchen refresh to see if we can buff out years of use without breaking the bank. Q: My big kitchen, which could charitably be described as “country” ...

A kitchen with butcher block wood countertops and green subway tile backsplash - Joseph Hendrickson/Shutterstock Butcher block evokes ruggedness and timeless beauty ...

Which butcher block countertops are best? Planning a kitchen remodel? Butcher block countertops are an affordable and gorgeous counter solution. Their functionality, price and aesthetics have made ...