The Pros and Pros of an End Grain Countertop

         A Butcher block countertop is a traditionally a wood top built in end grain construction. At National Butcher Block we build wood countertops in any construction your heart desires. We are, however, very much rooted in the traditional...

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Go Against the Grain with these Extraordinary and Uncommon Wood Species!

Choosing a wood species is step number one in customizing your unique wood countertop. The most popular woods like Walnut and Maple are tried and true and will never cease to amazing friends and family. There are, however, a...

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Choosing a Wood Species – Asking the Right Questions part 1.

Buying a new custom wood countertop can be a stressful process. Too many options, fortunately, is a good problem to have. And there is no shortage of options in the countertop industry. Even once you narrow it down to...

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Sanitation and Durability – Wood Countertops versus…

Butcher Blocks have long been counted on as a food preparation surface. Grounded in both form and function, hardwood countertops have long been a popular choice for a stylish and elegant alternative to granite or quartz. In the beginning,...

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DIY and pre-fab wood countertops…worth it?

Wood countertops have come a long way in the last few years. Many of the old objections that used to play a factor in the decision making process for home owners no longer apply. "They cant bear the heat...

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