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Butcher blocks are large, thick pieces of wood ideally suited for meat preparation. Over time they’ve also become a popular choice for kitchen countertops, as their natural look and durability for ...

Maintenance doesn’t have to mean high maintenance, especially when it comes to keeping quartz, granite, and marble countertops clean. Even though these materials look gorgeous and refined—and, yes, ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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