The instant real wood replaces sterile stone, a kitchen changes character. Sunlight dances across the grain, the surface ...

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One New Year’s resolution most of us probably forgot to make was to show the wooden workhorses of our kitchen the respect they deserve. Those cutting boards, butcher blocks, spoons, knife handles and ...

A kitchen with butcher block wood countertops and green subway tile backsplash - Joseph Hendrickson/Shutterstock Butcher block evokes ruggedness and timeless beauty ...

Butcher blocks have taken over kitchen islands — and marched across Instagram feeds — but their kitchen cred often comes with a hefty price tag. Yet, there’s good news: the best butcher block cutting ...

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 ...

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Made from straight cuts of wood that are glued together into slabs, butcher block makes a sturdy, attractive countertop. Butcher block is most commonly made from maple, which is hard and has a clear ...