How To Build A Butcher Block Countertop

Now what we did to make the boards appear thick like butcher block is to attach the 3 4 trim to the front of the counter tops.

How to build a butcher block countertop. Cutting the top to length. Plane for consistent thickness. Hopefully this will bring new life to your kitchen without breaking the bank. Flush on the top.

Butcher block countertops are functional and easy to care for. Butcher block countertop walnut and maple long grain. On the sides we doubled up the oak where the plywood ends underneath. Diy butcher block countertop step 1.

Making an l shaped peninsula or an island. 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. Butcher block countertops are an inexpensive and relatively simple diy solution for those of you that are tackling kitchen updates like we are. Cutting the wood into strips.

Rout edges optional countertop edges may be left straight or routed for a high end. Measure sections of kitchen countertop using a tape measure. Tip try to match up the wood grain as much as possible with the oak boards and the 3 4 trim. The steps in creating the top are fairly easy but the project does require some special tools especially for the larger size tops.

Evening out the table top. Choosing butcher block we chose to install butcher block countertops because we love how they look we love that they are simple for a diy er to install and that their price tag is very reasonable. When considering sealers there are two types available. 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 penetrating sealer soaks into a substrate such as wood concrete or stone and it seals the pores from the inside. Cut a hole for the sink. 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. There are a variety of options for permanently sealing and waterproofing butcher block wood countertops commonly used in kitchens.

Once it cures moisture is not able to penetrate the surface. You might have to do your butcher block in two sections which is not a big deal and will require you to glue and clamp the two pieces together after having them planed. Do it yourself butcher block kitchen countertop measure and cut butcher block. Glue the three sections together.

So this is how you make and install your own diy butcher block countertops.