Butcher block countertops are very versatile and help a person achieve whatever look they are going for whether it is country cottage or a more modern design.  There are many advantages to butcher block countertops that other countertops, even more expensive ones such as granite, do not have.

One of the advantages is that you can cut directly on the countertop and you will neither damage the countertop or the knife blade.  Simply buff out any knife marks and rub in some mineral oil.  This usually will remove any scratch or burn mark made.  When other countertops are scratched or burned they can be very costly to fix.

Butcher block countertops come in a wide variety of different woods, so whether a person prefers a dark, rich wood shade or a lighter wood shade, there is almost always a shade that works just for them.

Butcher block countertops are designed to be made warp and wear resistant and also water tight.  This means they will last for generations to come.

Another advantage is that butcher block countertops can even come in laminate and vinyl to provide the look of butcher block but at a much reduced cost.  They are also easier to install and maintain.

If a person already has countertops they don’t wish to replace, butcher block is easily pared with most other types of countertops.  A person can add a butcher block island or table to a kitchen that has granite, corian, or tile countertops to achieve a unique and personal design.