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Williamsburg Butcher Block Co. 1 1/2" x 25" x12' American Walnut Countertop |
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Form meets function in kitchens that have butcher block countertops by Williamsburg Butcher Block Company. The close grain provides a smooth surface, easily cleaned and cared for. American Walnut is one of the most highly sought after domestic hardwood choices. The grain pattern of American walnut is mostly straight but it also exhibits the wavy grain that is so highly desired among homeowners. The unrivaled opulence of this wood has placed it among the most prized North American hardwoods. Please allow us to assist you with any questions and/or concerns you may have. Lumber Liquidator$
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We recently used these countertops in our kitchen. It is a little scary when you first get them out of the box because the color is much lighter. There is clearly a good side and a bad side. The bottom side of the counters is full of glue and fillers and other marks, but the good side was beautiful. Fine sanding and some mineral oil and they are gorgeous! LOVE
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The tops have a LOT of filler and the quality is pretty bad. Tons of large, unfilled gaps that you will have to fill. On a wood species that you are staining, these deficiencies can be masked, but not on something like walnut where you are just going to clear coat.
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I used this for my kitchen island to break up the use of granite on the counters. It was a little scary looking out of the box, but finished well after using a wood filler, a LOT of fine sanding and tung oil. I finished it with a tung oil/citrus solvent finish (8 coats)for a matte water resistant finish. I love the warm velvety feel of the finished wood. It's easy to maintain and looks like a piece of furniture.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Poor craftsmanship
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I purchased the Walnut Butcherblock for an office countertop. We're in the carpentry and cabinet business and I loved the look and price. The countertop shipped quickly. However, the material was poorly machined and the sales literature failed to mention the poor quality of craftmanship. The pink putty that is used to fill the voids in the piece was really annoying (please use putty color matched to the species of wood it is used to fill).That being said, because we are a full service carpentry company, we worked our magic and made the piece shine. I could not be happier with the end result. Finally, I would recommend this product only to experienced woodworkers and finishers.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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We were told by the salesperson that both sides of this countertop were useable and this is simply not true. The backside has very large chips of wood missing and has large gaps between the wood. The front side (the good side) also has large gaps between the wood and chips in the wood which are filled in with a weird putty that stands out once oiled. The putty is very poorly done and unfortunately is very noticeable. Had I been told the truth that I could not use both sides of the counter I would have purchased another 8 foot length so that I could have a mitre joint in the corner. I guess I am lucky because that would have been a waste of another $400.
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Installed on my own and sealed with oil. looks great.
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I would like to use a butcher lock countertop for a bathroom vanity. I know that it won't have the durability of stone, but will look great. It would be a 7' top with double sinks. Do you sell theses with the cutting done for the sinks if the dimensions are provided, or is that up to me?1 answer
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We do not custom cut butcher lock countertops.Q:
Can I use a tinted polyurthane to make it darker and to protect the unfinished walnut from stains and water?1 answer
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Depends a lot on what you use it for. See - "How can I care for my new Butcher's Block Counter Top?" by typing, "butcher" here for complete details on finish choices - www.lumberliquidators.com/ll/flooring/Flooring101Q:
I am considering installing this in our kitchen. How will it hold up with the sink? Is it going to be high maintenance? I may be installing an undermount sink so want to be sure this will not be an issue?1 answer
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Yes, however this depends on what you finish it with. For finishing details; See - "How can I care for my new Butcher's Block Counter Top?" by typing, "butcher" here for complete details on finish choices - www.lumberliquidators.com/ll/flooring/Flooring101Q:
We picked up our butcher block last night. It looked nothing like the pictures online(very grey), but the manager said it is unfinished. That we need to sand, stain/oil, etc. What do we need to do to finish it? Also, we are installing an undermount sink. Any extra protection from water?1 answer
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I am sending you a helpful article to the E-mail provided.Q:
Does the countertop come with any special edge types or is it simple square edge?1 answer
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This unfinished countertop has a simple square edge but can be tooled with a router for a custom look.Q:
what are the average length of the pieces.1 answer
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This Butcher Block is 12' longQ:
Are these strips solid pieces of walnut glued together or is it a veneer?1 answer
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This countertop is made with real solid pieces of walnut strips glued together.Q:
i just bought the 12ft american walnut butcher block that im using for a wine bar top, what could i seal it with that wine spills wont stain the top?1 answer
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I would use a urethane protective finish to protect against the 'wine" stains.Q:
I too would like to use a wood countertop with a drop in sink. How well does it stand up to this application? Also, how easy might it be to cut the hole for the sink?1 answer
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I have sent you a seperate E-mail for your application question.Q:
how thick are the walnut strips...are they thinner than the cherry as they look thinner in the photos1 answer
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These strips are all the same thickness, while they will vary in length
