You made the first huge decision in your kitchen renovation: butcher block countertops. Unfortunately, you now have to choose ...

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Butcher block countertops are gorgeous and bring any farmhouse kitchen aesthetic to the next level. But you could be making a ...

One of the most popular features of contemporary kitchens is a solid-wood butcher block cutting surface, usually 1 1/2-inch-thick hardwood strips laminated to form countertop inserts or cutting tables ...

One New Year’s resolution most of us probably forgot to make was to show the wooden workhorses of our kitchen the respect they deserve. Those cutting boards, butcher blocks, spoons, knife handles and ...

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 ...

Several kitchens opt for butcher block countertops and cutting boards due to their enduring strength and unrefined charm. However, to keep them long-lasting and visually attractive, they need routine ...

Butcher blocks are large, thick pieces of wood ideally suited for meat preparation. Over time they’ve also become a popular choice for kitchen countertops, as their natural look and durability for ...

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First things first: Bally Block Co. does not make cement blocks. The eastern Berks County manufacturing company makes wood products with butcher block, which is strips of hardwood glued together. “A ...