With cabinets ordered & on their way, it was time to decide what TYPE of counter-tops we wanted for our kitchen this time around. I knew that granite was TOO pricey, Corian hadn't really worked out to be the "forever" solution that we had hoped it would be, and, well, laminate & I were not friends. I'd ruined our first counters with a hot pan fresh off of the stove very early into its lifespan, and spent about 14 years covering the bubbled spot with a cutting board! LOL I really didn't want to go back to the laminate option even though it really seemed to be the most budget friendly option. Then, I had a thought! What about butcher block counters?! An internet search led me to several options, as well as several sites and blogs about finishing and care! After some research, we decided on
Lumber Liquidators 12ft Maple butcher block. It was long enough to complete the entire project affordably! BONUS when we got to the store to purchase, it was on SALE!!!
Our 12 beautiful feet of Butcher Block!
My son trying to lift the end or the Butcher Block. "It's like trying to lift Thor's hammer!!!!!" LOL
Sealing
the underside of the counters. It's almost a shame that this will
never be seen!!!
The tops don't look the same because they're be sealed
with a food safe butcher block conditioner. Ive chosen
Howard Butcher Block Conditioner. It's easy to use, and easy to get! I've purchase it at both my local Lowe's store & from Amazon.
I'm very happy with my butcher block choice! It look wonderful & the conditioner has worked exactly as was expected too. The only irritation is when my husband splashed wine & doesn't wipe it right up! That stain can set a bit, but, if I find it cant be taken care of with a wet clothe, it's nothing a little bit of sandpaper can't remedy! Other than that, it's lovely!
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