Installing Butcher Block Tops

Issue #292 - December 2005

Installing Butcher Block Tops
To top off the kitchen cabinets I wanted countertops that were elegant and durable, with a classic look that complemented the cabinets. But I didn’t want to break the budget with stone or solid surfacing. I decided that maple butcher-block counters would be the best choice.

At first, I figured I’d just build the countertops. But the idea of cutting, jointing, gluing up, and sanding all those strips of hard maple into perfectly flat slabs was a bit daunting. Plus, a quick count proved I’d have to make a major investment in bar clamps to have enough for the job.

Using Pre-Made Tops — That’s when I arrived at a perfect compromise: I’d buy the countertops, and then install them myself.


Kitchen Projects
	Installing Cabinetry
	Selecting Kitchen Cabinets
	Installing Countertops
	Dream Kitchen Island
	Custom Kitchen Cabinets
	Installing Butcher Block Tops
	12 Kitchen Storage Solutions
	Swing-Out Kitchen Pantry
	Kitchen Island Cart
	Kitchen Storage Trays