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 ...

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 ...

It's no wonder butcher-block countertops are a constant in cozy cottages and rustic farmhouses alike. The surface, made up of assembled wooden boards, is warmer and more inviting than other materials ...

Butcher block countertops are also challenging to maintain. Designers recommend quartz for its low-maintenance, non-porous ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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 ...

This kitchen countertop material is slowly going out of style, designers say. The charming farmhouse aesthetic isn't worth ...