I’m a contractor with 30 years under my belt doing some very nice custom homes. But I have never done a butcher block countertop and I found this very helpful good job

@tednguyen7258

Жыл бұрын

do u think its ok for rentals? durable i mean or will get scratched

@wazup3333

Жыл бұрын

@@tednguyen7258 not sure but I think entirely up to what kind of tenant it is... I could see it getting ruined because someone uses it as a cutting board... Don't think the sealant prevents cuts

I am 5 yrs beyond being "over" Farmhouse style, but, butcher block enhances other styles, as well. Thx, good tutorial.

@vids595

4 ай бұрын

Well I hate tile countertops due to grout maintenance, and stone is feeling boring. Butcher block will always represent a good portion of the market. I am a licensed contractor and specialize in residential remodeling.

I love the look of white cabinets, white farm sink and beautiful butcher blocks. This looks lovely!

This is a great video. Used it to install our butcher block. Love it.

I installed some butcher block with my granite counters; hard rock maple. I sanded with 50 grit just one pass, then tack clothed; then one pass of 120 grit, then tack clothed, then applied a wood conditioner. Then sanded with 220 and tack clothed. Then stained the wood. Then applied 3 coats of tung oil. The counters have been water and stain resistant. I waited a day between the wood conditioner and the stain and another day between stain and first coat of tung oil and then a day between each extra coat of tung oil. You MUST stay clear of the counters in between. The counters are smooth as silk and beautiful. I absolutely love them.

@mrzacat3tasm3xxxico20

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for those tips!

@IdentifyAsRetired

3 жыл бұрын

How long have they been holding up since you did this?

@anthonycaggiano8211

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you took the right approach. I just wonder how long the sealers hold up over time. I’m considering epoxy

@RB-je2ri

2 жыл бұрын

@@anthonycaggiano8211 they’ve held up great- the tung oil hardens the wood - I have used my counters “as usual” - no specific precautions and after three years and no further treatment- they are great - no issues. I will add another coat of tung oil this year - I am overdue. I got the system I used to prep my wood counters from an old timer that has waaay more knowledge about wood working than I do!

@anthonycaggiano8211

2 жыл бұрын

@@RB-je2ri I’m sure they hold up decent just wish you didn’t have to maintain it as much. What did you use near the sink area and dishwasher?

Shocking on how awesome this is...⚖️

Thank you for this!!!! I wish I could post a pic of mine. I just finished cutting my sinkhole. I was so afraid of doing the corners until I saw this video. This made it sooooooooo easy.

@charcoalanderson8010

Жыл бұрын

I bet it looks great!

Excellent job, Tony! Cheers

Beautiful. Way more than I'm capable of handling but I sure admire your work.

Seeing that saw guide was helpful. I can just use a circular for cutting jobs.

AWESOMEEEE.. Thank you for this very informative video.. We are putting in a farmhouse sink and I just googled installation and found your channel.. Cheers.

Very helpful. Thanks. Heading to Lowe’s.

This is the first DIY tutorial that I did not see a mistake or show the wrong way to do it. Good job!

SHE CAME OUT DROP DEAD GORGEOUS!!!!

Thanks for the inspiration. Great video!

Omg! I fell in love with butcher block countertops 😍😍😍

Very well done. Love the helpful graphics

This was phenomenal! Great job

Looks awesome! Glad to see some decent tutorials.

Just did this in our house. This video helped immensely!

@gemthomas

3 жыл бұрын

You do a miter joint ?

@alexmillermattingly138

3 жыл бұрын

@@gemthomas no miters and used pocket holes instead. Had to use a couple shims but other then that it turned out great.

@saltyburrito1688

8 ай бұрын

What size screws did you use ??

THANK YOU, LOWES!!!

Good job sir Thanks for this video 🙏 Watching from Indonesia

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! A TOTALLY AWSOME VIDEO AND BUTCHER BLOCK CONTER TOP INSTALL!!!!

What a great video. I would love to have something like this done to my kitchen.

This is what I want in my home!

That’s my kitchen right there!

First time I’ve heard of “miter bolts” Pretty cool! 👍

@89Ayten

3 жыл бұрын

They're a bad idea for a high moisture environment. Even with a properly sealed countertop, after years it'll stress and may crack the wood. I'd join them with a dato and glue.

0:26, “Installing a butcher block countertop can be a more advanced project than you think.” Aight, imma head out.

@jonnyparada4569

4 жыл бұрын

King Kwon Sponge Bob pop in my head right away 😂😂🤣🤣 I will save money have some pros doing that shit.

@Onyesoh

4 жыл бұрын

How u make out on that 50 cal. What's the target rage there?

@timothyaleonard

4 жыл бұрын

Joe Onyesoh Weapon not properly pmcs’d. Misfire, jammed. 35 minute hold on the lane. ;)

@23aldeezy

3 жыл бұрын

😂🤣

@Biddybalboa

2 жыл бұрын

I just cut a whole for the sink and put them on, add some silicone caulking around where the sink is and its done. These dudes make things overcomplicated

Great technique

Great informative video. Thank you

That is so beautiful.

3:45, It's best to cut from the bottom side to achieve the best cut for the visible surface. That is with a circular saw, with a table saw it's good side up.

Looks nice thanks for the vid

Excellent video!

Good work!!!!!

I thoughly enjoyed this

Two serious errors: Never overhang the counter over the sink as it’s almost impossible to clean underneath the edge which allows bacteria to grow. Also, that tape will not stop the hot, damp air present when you open the dishwasher from flowing back under the countertop, potentially allowing warpage or bacterial activity. Better to use an insulating blanket that covers all of the top of the dishwasher. I believe IKEA sells them cheaply.

@k5blazerman956

3 жыл бұрын

Nice comment that's exactly what I thought

@ambrr_lily

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I thought! I don't know much about countertops, but I know cleaning. I can actually tell you the texture and blackness of the crap you'll have to scrape out of there later.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

It looks better over, tho. You can seal it up, no problem.

@anthonycaggiano8211

2 жыл бұрын

What about that pink waterproof membrane paint?

@wazup3333

Жыл бұрын

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 it's not about sealing, organic matter and bacteria will build up underneath

I just found out that a speed square isn't called a "triangle thingy", one day I'll try this, thanks Lowes.

Make sure your drain wasn’t reverse graded like that drain was. Always make sure there is a 1/4 inch grade toward the drain.

Looks easy 👌 hard to do if u don't have that much tools.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

Make them do the cutouts at the store.

beautiful

Bravo

5:20 When finishing with the jigsaw, be sure to err towards the INSIDE. You can sand down the eccess, but but if you cut too wide you can't put the wood back.

10:58 The only thing that I could think about for the rest of the video...

Great video, thanks for sharing. What type of woods can be used when making butcher block tops.?

Where is the Weekender! I need more!

One big change I would suggest is to avoid silicone sealant as it has little to no adhesive quality and will discolor over time. Using acrylic based sealant/caulking is a better option.

@willyb4235

Жыл бұрын

such a pro build I was shocked to see the silicone. Also how did the drain vent? Nice job though

@markoshun

Жыл бұрын

I agree don’t use silicone on this job, but because you won’t be able to properly paint the wall over the silicone. Use paintable caulk and then paint over it, now or later. As far as not enough adhesive quality, we actually use silicone for adhesive to glue down counters, sinks, etc..

The tape above the dishwasher seems like a good idea.

Fascinating. This, to me, was akin to being assigned a book report written in Mandarin. I only wish my brain worked like this man’s. 🤣

@neckofkwoods4261

3 жыл бұрын

Lol a year ago that was me and now I’m watching this video like... “easy” The more you learn i guess😂😂

amazing

Sonho de consumo top

Thanks for everything I've learned in these 11:42 seconds. I'll be on my way to Home Depot to buy everything I need now.

@yadirasolis726

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

awesome....

perfect

When I remodeled my kitchen floor and cabinets and I did not have to do any templates because the floor is a perfect level.

10:44, if yo are gluing do not use purple primer. get some clear primer. Primer is easily dripped or splashed and it rapidly stains things. Clear glue also.

I learned a lot today. Who else is buying a home watching these videos lol

This is on.. hiring out ✌🏼

I feel like I could do this. Especially with the saw guide.

Informative video. Question: do you seal between the joints. to stop water or any other fluid from going in there. I did not see that being addressed. thank you

Sure would be nice if Lowe’s sold food grade, waterproof, tung oil and the wide vapor barrier tape.

@mprior93

2 жыл бұрын

Also think that if you’re getting into this project you wouldn’t get wood from them, you’d go to a custom milling plant

I have a butcher block countertop and it requires a lot of maintenance. I will not install another. Its very difficult to keep looking clean especially as it ages. Yes you can refinish if you have the time and don't mind the mess.

@yutaj.8466

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know. I was considering installing bucher block countertop

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

Wood isn't hard to refinish, tho. I find it fun working with tiny pieces in wood flooring in dollhouses, lol. Sometimes even literal specks of it. Maybe heavy varnish? Like marine varnish. But fewer coats. So, not real thick like a bar or Tabletop.

@anthonycaggiano8211

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, expoxy is probably the only way to seal it with not AS much maintenance. But then you’ll loose the butcher block purpose of being able to cut on the counter

Great video but what brand of tung oil did you use?

BUTCHER BLOCK COUNTERTOP RENISANCE!!!!

How would you do a join half way along the sink space? Presumably this is only with the undermount sink?

Beautiful, what kind of wood is that?

Dis you buy the island board and cut it to size to also make the back splash. I ask this because there Only two different sizes. 25” deep and 32” deep. Most cabinet are 24” deep leaving 1” over hang. I can see you buying the 32” deep island and cut to size (25” for counter top and 7” of extra for what ever back slash height is desired. I am correct or did you buy a 2x4 birch wood and used that.

coś pięknego

Where’s the clip where u said there two types of cuts u showed one where’s the other one or is it in another video... Thank you for a few tips

Do you have a link for the attachment brackets at 8:43?

If one intends to actually cut food on the butcher block, what finish can be used?

3:46, never just tighten the guide from one end. You can see how much his guide moves as he clamps it down. Likely had at least a 2 to 3 mm error on his "straight" cut because of this.

@AdamTheCarpenter

2 жыл бұрын

That clamp has one lever but clamps both sides. It's designed that way. You can purchase them at Rockler Woodworking stores. It works great, no movement. I've been using them for years with zero issues. Although, I am about to trade in that technique for a track saw system.

Hi, you don't need to use silicon or some kind of glue in between the joints?. Thanks

Ream the holes to make them larger if needed. Noted

Can I use miter bolts to join live edge slabs together?

Can you add link for moisture barrier tape please?

What's the moisture barrier tape?

please add the sealant you used to the more section, sounded like water proof tonuge sealant?

@BLOGS___

4 жыл бұрын

Jeffrey Walker Tung Oil Sealant.

what was used for the backsplash ?

Watching a video like this ..... makes me go " omg, I will need to hire someone" - this is not at all a DIY. I like this video, it is inspiring ideas for me - butI would not be able to just do this.

@HsingSun

3 жыл бұрын

It is not that hard to install kitchen cabinets. Take those old cabinets out and install new ones in.

@dadsmight

3 жыл бұрын

@@HsingSun but this video is about installing kitchen counters.

@26longlongtime

2 жыл бұрын

@@dadsmight It's not that hard to paint a bathroom, just mask the area and paint

@dustintravis8791

2 жыл бұрын

Oooh, I think I understand now, it's not that hard to install a new 120v outlet.

@ambrr_lily

2 жыл бұрын

In all seriousness, there's a lot of unnecessary steps here. Miter bolts, blah blah blah, no thank you.

Go easy cutting with the whole saw...mine chipped out the bottom pretty good..wich didn't matter I have top mount sink but if it was farm house style It would have been all bad...

Well at least they know there audience...... "Screw gun" .

@fingolfin9086

3 жыл бұрын

Rotfl

What sealant did they use to water proof the butcher block? Its not listed in the video description.

@michaelmills4927

3 жыл бұрын

He mentioned Tung oil, but there are others that are better for food prep areas. I think Watco makes a food grade finish. Polyurethane and epoxy look good but don't hold up well in this situation.

Hi. Must we also apply sealant (2x) if we use Epoxy Resin on top of our wood countertop? Thank you. 😁

@Natedoc808

Жыл бұрын

no, epoxy is the sealant in your case.

Hello ! Which circular saw blade did you use ?

Wow.. i'm only beginner

Wish you would have detailed the sealing material used. Silicone and oil based sealer don't mix...

I like and appreciate Lowe's for posting this video. I recently went to my local Lowe's to try and have their contractor do my kitchen in butcher block counter tops. I asked the contractor what is your procedure for sealing the wood. They use a polyurethane, this is not good in many ways. The proper sealing for a kitchen butcher block should be done as instructed in this video using several coats of a tung oil preferably Waterlox.

@silentshah7550

4 жыл бұрын

Hi .did you mean use tung oil first and finishing by polyurethane?..i in progress making one but need to study for the best way for finising wood countertop..

@anthonycaggiano8211

2 жыл бұрын

What about epoxy

Will silicone stick to the oiled butter block?

Do you not glue the mitered edge?

1:44 : "Be sure we seal within 48 hours of unwrapping it" Too bad every block in the store has torn shrink wrap...

@skywalkr2

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly correct... Fortunately they can be finished after 48 hours

@M12Prodigy

3 жыл бұрын

Bought one and let it sit in the shrinkwrap in our garage. Entire 6 ft. piece ended up cupping about a 1/2" while in shrinkwrap.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

There's a specific way to dry wood. See poll cues and drum sticks, which people are REAL picky on.

Any sealant needed at the butt joints?

My toxic trait is watching this video and thinking I can do this myself 😂 😭

@lowes

4 ай бұрын

You can do it!!

where did you get the back piece for along the wall? I didnt get that with mine? Cant find one. :(

Great instructional video...EXCEPT, you should never use 100% silicone on the walls along the top edge of the splash. Silicone will not hold paint. Instead, use a latex caulk.

@willconwell

4 жыл бұрын

BUT silicone will stay clean and does not mold like latex. Use silicone and denatured alcohol for clean up

An I add that water sealant over my stain?

Thank you for the video. At 8:25 for caulking the sink to the butcher block, did the bottom of the block already have a layer of Tung oil applied? Will Caulk stick to the Tung oiled surface? Or was the caulk applied to bare butcher block?

@Natedoc808

Жыл бұрын

silicone has little to no adhesive quality, it stains and mildews easily so is a poor choice. Acrylic caulk is ideal for this application, apply to raw wood before applying tongue oil or other finish.

What sealer is recommended? Do you use it all over the surface as well?

@bonniewilcoxson4036

2 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing, from his description and watching him apply it, that it was WaterLox or perhaps another tung oil based sealer.

Do I need to reapply the sealant year by year?

9:12 what is the material that they put at the end to the butcher block?