Q. I am having a walnut butcher block countertop made for a 4' x 5' kitchen island. What is the best finish to have applied? We do a lot of cooking and have two teenagers (!) with their requisite ...

Who else loves the look of brand new butcher block countertops? The natural wood gives a rich, cozy feel to a kitchen. But I've always wondered how these beauties hold up over time. Among folks who ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Many homeowners get muddled down in the debate between granite and marble countertops, forgetting that there's another great option: butcher block. These wooden countertops, made by laminating wood ...

Walk into any restaurant or cafe kitchen and you're sure to find a few things they all have in common—the nutty smell of fresh butter, the sizzle of garlic hitting the pan...and butcher block ...