Remodeling your home can be an exciting experience and bring a new life to any room. One of the most popular designs for any kitchen is a butcher block countertop. The sleek, thick wood brings a classic feel to any kitchen, and it’s an extremely sturdy, yet durable, working space. If you’re someone who likes to do a lot of work around your home, you may be asking how to make a butcher block countertop. While there are many tasks around the house that make fun, creative projects, the butcher block countertop should often be left to the professionals.
Supplies for How to Make a Butcher Block Countertop
When creating the butcher block countertop, there are a lot of materials needed. Not only are there materials for the actual countertop, but there are many tools that are involved as well. If you don’t already have the tools to get started on this project, the project can become increasingly expensive just so you have the tools necessary to install it. Some of the tools required include:
- Circular saw
- At least six bar clamps and two three-foot pipe clamps
- Pocket-hole screws
- Drill bits for faucet pipes
- Jigsaw
- Orbital, palm or belt sander
These are only naming some of the materials that are needed for the butcher block countertop. Aside from the tools necessary, you must also purchase the desired wood for the countertop and need extra scrap wood as well for the project.
Beginning Steps for Creating a Butcher Block Countertop
Deconstructing your kitchen to install the butcher block countertop can be a task in itself. Before taking the kitchen apart, it’s beneficial to take all of the measurements of the different angles and areas where the new countertop will be installed. From here, you’ll need to measure the wood you purchased for the countertop and begin to cut it. This involves using the clamps, tape measurer and saw to get the exact lengths. The task becomes more labor intensive when it’s time to cut out the area for where your sink will be because of the curvature of most sinks. This involves very precise cuts as well as drill holes to make sure everything lines up properly.
Leave it to the Pros
If you’re interested in remodeling your kitchen with a butcher block countertop, you don’t have to take on the task on your own. Maryland Wood Countertops has been in business for years, and we’re here to help you create the kitchen of your dreams and take on the work load for you. Not only do we already have all of the tools necessary for the job, but we know how to make a butcher block countertop with durable, long-lasting wood and expert craftsmanship. Give us a call today at 443-840-7373.
