Build Your Own Butcher Block Countertop

Currently building a house and thinking it would be fun to build my own butcher block countertops.

Build your own butcher block countertop.

May 30 2015 at 3 19 pm the back burner. Sawdust and embryos says. April 19 2016 at 8 09 am. It s come a long way though.

Addicted 2 diy says. In regards to the cut up pieces and not full length lumber it was the look the client was going for. Make note of measurements and transfer them to butcher block. So this is how you make and install your own diy butcher block countertops.

The steps in creating the top are fairly easy but the project does require some special tools especially for the larger size tops. 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. If at any time your countertops begin to look or feel brittle and dry don t be afraid to add more mineral oil to them. A tour of our homestead.

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 extended the vanity and added the sink built a butcherblock counter and installed our own diy mason. 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. Mark cut line with a pencil image 1.

Measure sections of kitchen countertop using a tape measure. A great product for finishing butcher block counter tops is waterlox tung oil. It is a great product for use in areas that need protection from water. Butcher block countertops are functional and easy to care for.

Hopefully this will bring new life to your kitchen without breaking the bank.