How To Build A Butcher Block Table Top

I came back with a circular saw with a long straight edge clamped to the surface to cut off the ends.
How to build a butcher block table top. Begin by carefully clamping and gluing the 1 by 2 inch pieces together using epoxy resin and hardener. It really puts our faux butcher block laminate veneer counters from the 1980 s in our kitchen to shame. And they get expensive if you order it. Cutting the top to length.
Brian used a solid core all wood door slab to create the butcher block table top for this project. They are so classic. I feel like it s a really solid diy. The epoxy will add to the strength of the side grain of the wood being used.
I left the ends of the table top long throughout the build. He also stained the board to give it a sleek dark look. Then to prepare the top for stain i sanded the entire surface started at 60 grit and then moving to 120 150 and finally 220. Step 1 choose your wood any kind of hard wood can be used to build a butcher block but some woods make better butcher block tabletops than others.
Build your own butcher block counter top with this step by step tutorial with tons of pictures to help you through the process. Making maple butcher block kitchen table counter island duration. Here s how to build your own butcher block tabletop. I mean you can t really diy granite counters but butcher block is completely doable.
He cut the board to size sanded it and added some texture by hitting the board with chains. I love butcher block counter tops. You can make up your own butcher block countertop or the same technique can be used to create cutting boards or a top for a roll around cart. Gluing up the top gluing up the top of a butcher block table is key to making a tough durable surface that will stand up to hard work and years of abuse.