Butcher block countertops are a recent innovation in kitchen design that utilize durable stone surface construction and natural beauty. Butcher block is a simple yet beautiful butcher block style, which resembles the traditional wooden butcher block style kitchen counters. Butchers block is made of solid wood harvested from sustainable wooded locations in northern Europe. These woods are chosen specifically because they grow extremely fast and mature quickly. Following is an overview of how you can install your own DIY wood countertop.
How to Make Your Own HVEA Wood Butcher Block Countertop. In order to make your own hevea wood butcher block countertop, you need to have a diamond blade and a router. First, remove the pre-existing countertop and any existing hardware. The router is used to cut the slabs of wood into the precise sizes. You should leave about half an inch of space between the slabs and the existing countertop.
For the next step, draw the blueprint of your desired countertop and take one sheet of your hardwood. The color and grain patterns of hevea wood are determined by the growing season, if the hardwoods are not available, they will be plywood colored. Draw lines on the wooden piece to define the cutout of the countertops. Use a pencil to indicate the border or edge of the slab to ensure that the slabs are laid evenly. It is important that all slabs are laid in the same direction to avoid uneven looking countertops.
Next, clean your butcher block countertops with warm water and a mild soap solution. To remove any excess dirt and soil, use a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue. You may leave a small amount of soil to get incorporated into the grout lines.
After cleaning the butcher block kitchen countertops, you are now ready to install the countertops. Using the router and a blade to cut the slabs into the exact sizes, install the slabs one at a time. Just make sure you allow enough space between the countertop and the wall for the countertop to be seated properly when installing. If your home’s wall isn’t strong enough, use a weight and padlock to brace the wall while you drill the holes.
When installing the counters, you will notice that there are two ways to do it. One way is to use masonry sealer. This will be applied onto the wood, then the topsheet put on over the wood. Follow the manufacturer’s direction for the proper sealing process. You can also sand the wood before sealing it using a really fine sandpaper. This will help seal the wood better and make the surface more durable.
Once you have installed the wood butcher block countertops, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the correct sealing process. For best results, use a wood sealer with high alcohol content. This will prevent the wood from absorbing water and the liquids that could ruin the wood over time. This will also protect the countertop from stains and scratches that could occur over time.
Installing the butcher block countertops in your kitchen will give you the chance to bring the warmth of nature inside. The beautiful wood design is designed to keep your food, pans and pots, hot and ready to eat. Not only that, it creates a great appearance that will also reflect the light inside of your kitchen. You will love the way it makes your kitchen look and feel.
A beautiful benefit of installing the hevea wood butcher blocks is that it will increase the value of your home. It is known to be one of the strongest types of hardwood available today. There are virtually no cracks or splinters that could occur if you accidentally cut into it with the knife. In addition, the strength of this wood makes it ideal for use in kitchen countertops. This means that you have additional usable counter space without having to purchase a new kitchen countertop.
Another wonderful aspect of this type of butcher block countertop is that it can be customized to match the colors and styles of most kitchen cabinetry. You can choose from many different designs and colors to complement your kitchen’s theme. You can match your countertops to the cabinets or you can select completely contrasting countertops. There are even some people who choose a wood countertop with the same wood stain as the cabinetry you are using. If you have a modern kitchen that you are updating, these counters are the perfect replacement for your old countertops. They also make a great addition to a cabinetry design that is made of wood.
There are a few different hevea wood butcher block counters that are available, depending upon the size and depth of the cuts. Some of them are more shallow which provide more surface area for food to cook on. These countertops are more often oiled to prevent bacteria from growing on them. When purchasing an oiled countertop, you should check to make sure that the surface is not stained or damaged in any way. There is also a rubberized version of this type of butcher block surface available but it is less common.