How to Cut & Install Butcher Block Countertops From A to Z

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[@ssrrocks22]

Jeff, as long as I have been watching you, the bloopers always shows you're human just like the rest of us our. Thanks.

[@jasonahrens1138]

Bro. I love all your projects. You show the good, the whoops and the reality’s of doing this type of work. I’m doing this exact project tomorrow.

[@JackStewartEnjoysRealEstate]

Hey Jeff, I use to work in a cabinet shop that also did supper high end furniture. Something we use to do to help sometimes with gaps in the counter tops like you had is after you put the glue down, sand the bottom of the counter top where no one can see it. Collect all the saw dust and keep it clean and rub it into the glue. It'll help hide that gap.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers for that!

[@kalani1963]

Exactly, use the dust from the same wood you cut mixed with wood glue to make wood filler & you won't ever need to worry about color matching & it'll save you time & money.

[@georgenemeth4837]

That's a large gap to fill. Sorry.

[@jasonwhite6455]

Never thought I would be wide awake at 2:45am laying in bed watching a butcher block install. Well done!

[@citg27]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHHA

[@briengreene7790]

[@-justin-4077]

Hey Jeff, to close up that mitre use the burnishing method! No putty needed. Just squeeze a tiny bead of glue down the gap and use the shaft of a screwdriver to fold the sharp edges down over each other. The wood fibers will interlock and look like one piece. It’s truly magic. All that’s left is some sanding

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cool, thanks

[@keithbussanich]

for wood filler we always took sawdust from the pieces we were working, mixed with small dollops of wood glue, and we got an almost exact color matched filler

[@disorientedbear]

7:30 "No square is perfectly corner." I felt that so hard! Thank you!

[@luanahaigood278]

I’m 59 single female. I’m remodeling my place. You have helped me do it myself. No more getting screwed by contractors 😊

[@annealston4858]

Yes I’m 57 and with his encouragement and help I Reno my entire 2nd floor just did my hallway living and dining room and about to get to that kitchen I saved so much money doing it myself.

[@Centannicocktails]

Does it matter your age?😂

[@cathybryant3029]

I do a lot of remodeling myself and I've learned how to do lots of projects. The problem I have is when material is heavy - like these countertops.

[@paja7647]

@@Centannicocktails It matters because so many older women think they can’t do tasks like this, so stating your age or that you’re a woman encourages others to try some things to make their house nicer, plus save some money if possible.

[@Centannicocktails]

@@paja7647 oohhh.. I see.. well.. I am a young, strong and vibrant 62. Age is just a number.

[@spencersmith8011]

I immediately liked this guys approach to showing us how to do this. Laid back, thorough and well done.

[@kbellingar]

Got a great video on almost any DIY project

[@Im_B9ite]

Jeff I love that you show when things don't go perfectly to plan and how to deal with it. I struggle with weird little things like bowed wood or a completely skewed walls all the time and hardly anything goes to plan. When everything goes perfectly for other DIY channels KZbinr it makes feel like a dumbass that shouldn't be touching power tools. You always remind me that shit happens and you have to roll with the punches and just figure it.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

better to have a great attitude and great systems because nobody builds a great house! Cheers!

[@jamesjay6881]

I am somewhat a beginner. I so appreciate your slow speed of explanation and the fact of adjusting for inaccuracies.

[@phillyfathead]

I don’t know much about carpentry but you got some big BALLS cutting that butcher block with such confidence, absolutely a great job !

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

good systems never fail. Cheers!

[@makingdrinkstodrink798]

Loved the video!! Only thing I would suggest is when installing the butcher block its best to seal the under side as well, you sealed the top side from moisture but the bottom side not being sealed can absorb moisture and you have the possibility up the bottom half of the block expanding and contracting at a different rate then the top half causing potential bowing issues.

[@karrijames691]

Agree, I made this mistake and have these problems. I'm getting ready to replace mine and will not make that mistake again.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

for sure the climate you live in can create issues like this. down there in florida the a/c is on every day and it never gets moisture in the air. Cheers!

[@blayne2029]

Thanks! Really excellent video. I love when you encounter challenges and show us how to overcome them. So many videos show everything perfect, square all the time, no flaws, etc. Except that doesn't help us much :)

[@sydrio]

I love the authenticity of the videos and the learning opportunities Jeff creates for us all by having us along for the whole project! Thank you, Jeff!

[@shanomac]

The dad I always wanted - thanks Jeff for all the guidance! 🙏

[@EMSpdx]

When I redid my kitchen with Ikea (thank you for the videos on that, Jeff!) I ultimately chose butcher block for the counters and island. It instantly elevated and warmed the space, and it was $4000 cheaper than getting stone. That's REAL money in the bank!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Darn right it is. great style and a trip to Europe to boot. Cheers!

[@reedera4]

I use mineral oil on my butchers block countertop. It's supposed to be done every month or two, but it leaves them nice and smooth once it's dry. And much less expensive! I absolutely love your waterfall! It's beautiful and I'm positive your wife will love it!

[@S00KEH]

Olive oil can go rancid. Mineral oil won’t!

[@denisegaylord382]

My late husband taught me that the rules of 7 applies to butcher block and mineral oil. Oil 1 time a day for 7 days. Oil 1 time a week for 7 weeks. Oil 1 time a month for 7 months. After that as needed. Whenever it looks dry. I hope this helps.

[@reedera4]

@@denisegaylord382 thank you! My late husband actually claimed to be a woodworker, but I'm finding more and more about how little he actually knew 😂. Then again, he was a covert narcissist, so...

[@rhkips]

Dang Jeff, a bucher block waterfall? You absolute madlad! Well done! I did that once. Never again. Same issue you had, except I notched the cabinet, sank threaded inserts into the back of the butcher block with epoxy, and used 1/4" angle iron and Grade 5 hardware to pull the miter together. Nevermind that I'm leaving out the other three days of failed experiments! LOL

[@paineys3341]

I had butcher block worktops in my kitchen and I used to oil my counter tops maybe once a year to keep them looking tip top, I would give them 2 coats but I would use a kitchen scotch bright to sand the surface and found they worked perfectly. When the hole was cut for the sink I had the contractor route the edges of piece they took old and make a matching chopping block

[@chrisosti]

Hey there Jeff...I'm so glad to see this video...I was tossing around the idea of milling out my own butcher block, but to be honest, I didn't realize Lowes was carrying the pre-fab tops. I'll be using these most definitely. Okay...here's some suggestions. On your first joint, I would have rabbeted a little of the base cabinet rails instead of offsetting the metal plates, giving you a more uniform secure joint. Also, to minimize your surface joint, I would have made your cut at an 89°...offsetting the holes was a great idea as well. As far as your gaps in the seams, use the sawdust and little glue, the colors will match perfectly. For hiding the screw holes on the waterfall, use a plug cutter bit and cut the plugs from a matching offcut piece of countertop, they would be invisible. I also noticed the finger joints on the front of the waterfall top edge, looks like you may have flipped that piece?? Can't wait to see your sink mount...

[@joanies6778]

This was really helpful to me. Thanks. Absolutely love the colors you used for cabinets, flooring, and counter.

[@Tennessee_Bees]

I love butcher block and put it in all of my houses. I would recommend that anyone does at least one coat of oil on the underside of the counter top to help prevent any kind of warping after install.

[@PickingBluegrassMusic]

I love this detailed demonstration !

[@MBMCincy63]

I am so lucky to spend my Saturday evenings with your tutelage! Really like watching you demonstrate things, I saw the Discovery trailer, I hope It will be available eventually on KZbin,,,[ shivering black bell thumbs up and a heart]

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I think it is available on Monday night. we will post a link when it goes up. Cheers!

[@Matt.2024]

I don't consider myself a DIY kind of guy in the sense that I like to go out and do DIY projects. But I am the type of person who likes to be reliable and be able to get the job done and someone who takes pride in their work. So while I don't own my home yet when I do you're gonna make me a pro. I'd probably only use a contractor if we were friends and I wanted to hang out and help his business by giving him work.

[@jimserhant7741]

“No square is perfectly corner.” I am still dying over that. Once again, this looks like an amazing project, now back to the video

[@kryptoknight69]

😂

[@timkiss7228]

When filling screw holes or seams instead of plastic wood try mixing saw dust with glue, it would blend better and you can save yourself $$ by not having to buy a separate can of $9.00 stain, try it sometime as an experiment, thank you for the great videos you produce, I've learned quite a bit

[@cinders302]

I've added a titch of colour, when needed, to glue and sawdust. Works well. I save dust from my sander, which is Uber fine and requires little sanding - basically a bit of a slight buff with a very fine grit. ​@@timkiss7228

[@juanb7527]

lol that is funny, I didn't even notice, i do this same thing all the time haha!

[@fernandoandraca8206]

Every time I see he's videos he stress me out because the way he explains how to do a Job he makes the jobs looks like is really hard to do it.

[@dragunov525]

You can burnish the corner of the counter too and close those fibers together a little. Use a screwdriver shaft if you don’t have a burnisher, same thing. As others have mentioned though you can use fine sanding dust mixed with glue (or epoxy) and fill it. It helps to sand after filling the gap too, blends it better than just filling it and letting it dry before sanding. One more tip for the screw holes showing, consider buying a dowel plug drill bit and use the leftover wood to make a plug for the holes. More money I know… 6 of one, half dozen of the other. Thanks for the video as always! Looking to buy a house soon and the one we offered on had old counters that were6 looking to change to butcher block.

[@bobbray9666]

I've always used oil based Wipe-On poly on butcher block countertops. Once cured, it's very durable. No need to recoat later like oils and hard waxes as they wear away. The oil based poly gives the wood more depth too. I also only cut waterfall tops on a cabinet table saw for the most accurate cuts and a track saw for rips and to shorted tops that are too long.

[@allanrocha4647]

Amazing video, love all the details and problem solving along the way. That stain on the screws wood filler worked like magic!

[@robavis4906]

Lookin good. Im glad u dont edit out your mess ups. That is one reason i like watching your channel aside from learning things. You mess up sometimes and u show it and how to adapt. Everyone messes up and alot of channels just show things as if they go perfect from start to finish and that would be nice but it is hardly ever that way.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I appreciate that, keeping it real is our philosophy. learn from our successes and failures. Cheers!

[@TheFiftyQuid]

Loved this video. The bowing wood is just what I needed to see. I run into struggles like this all the time and it annoys me to no end watching revo vids where there is never a snafu in the plan. Keep up the great work. Very inspiring as I'm eyeing our chipping and peeling garbage thermofoil cabinets doors.

[@MattyMosaic]

I was just thinking about butcher block tops in my kitchen and low and behold, Jeff's got the perfect video. Great job as always!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Haze1434]

Love the honesty of the video, great to see the full process. Thank you.

[@albertohernandez8343]

Great video! I do granite and quartz countertops and no one is really doing butcher block in the market and watching this gave me the confidence to put this in my service. You explained step by step perfectly. Thank you 🙏🏻💪🏻

[@joeandjenburgmaier9277]

Hey Jeff, First off, thank you for all your videos. They helped me gut and re build my kitchen 4 years ago. I went with butcher block counters and applied Tug oil. Over the last 4 years the oil has slowly worn down. Curious if I need to sand them down to bear wood or can I give them a light sand and apply more tug oil? Would love your advice and thanks again for sharing your knowledge Joe

[@johnguerrero1536]

Jeff, I really enjoy watching your videos. The way you explain everything is easy to understand and gives me the confidence to do it myself.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers John. You can for sure do it.

[@karrijames691]

We definitely cut the hole for our sink and installed it first just in case we screwed up the butcher block, it also helped tremendously to have running water for clean up. I always use mineral oil on my blocks.

[@cinders302]

I had wood counters from Ikea and loved them - even when they went around the sink! I kept them maintained by periodically oiling them with food grade mineral oil. Im going to do them again. Maybe a different wood or maybe not. Im not big in waterfall, but the wood is an exception 😊

[@cinders302]

Chapham's Bees Wax blend for salad bowls and counters also provides a nice finish. It's soft but easily spreadable. I rub it in with my fingers, let it set amd absorb for a bit, then take a soft flannel or micro cloth and give it a good buffing. It feels like silk 😊

[@DHSFEMA]

Great video with very helpful info, your videos are making it more possible for me to tackle my own project, Thank you I appreciate it.

[@dragunov525]

You can burnish the corner of the counter too and close those fibers together a little. Use a screwdriver shaft if you don’t have a burnisher, same thing. As others have mentioned though you can use fine sanding dust mixed with glue (or epoxy) and fill it. It helps to sand after filling the gap too, blends it better than just filling it and letting it dry before sanding. Thanks for the video as always! Looking to buy a house soon and the one we offered on had old counters that were6 looking to change to butcher block.

[@annealston4858]

Thanks for doing this video. This is exactly what I want to do for my kitchen countertops as well. You gave me a roadmap to start. ❤❤

[@drforbin801]

I agree with others. Showing the mistakes makes it more believable, shows what mistakes to avoid, how to fix them when they happen, and DON'T Panic. 🙂

[@bonniehonchell9963]

Bless your ❤. I got a headache & backache watching you work on that butcher block. It looks gorgeous, but, please come back when the cuts & water destroy it. I'd have signs everywhere, "Don't cut on counter tops "😂. I know what my very expensive cutting blocks look like! Always good videos

[@ervinfowlkes8326]

Great video but did I miss where you glue or screw the countertop to the cabinets? Is it just the weight of countertop holding it to the cabinets?

[@ninjadaisy]

Oh, awesome. I watched your last video and said to myself "I hope he does a video on installing that countertop." Thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

happy to help. Cheers!

[@ycmetal]

Thanks! Really excellent video

[@2eggsn1basketrv]

We just did this project, it was definitely interesting. Cheers!

[@jeadie8131]

Really appreciate the level of detail in this video. Also appreciate Jeff's comments on his back! lol

[@watcherofwatchers]

I like to use countertop bolts instead of mending plates to join the separate counterstops. They provide clamping force forever, so they will definitely never separate. They do require the use of a forstner bit to install, but they're quite easy to use!

[@rickmolner263]

It's good to see someone finally comment on this! Never, NEVER glue the end of a top to the side of a top! We all know moisture effects the dimension of wood width significantly more than length, which will break that glue joint. Connecting mechanically to allow for movement - plus being able to tighten the joint - is THE proper method.

[@pound6599]

With almost 3,200,000 subscribers, DeWalt and Kilz should pay this guy. Although I have not purchased any DeWalt tools, except for a drywall knife, I am sure others have. I have definitely purchased Kilz, however.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to share what I have learned and love. Cheers!

[@sheilaa1333]

100% influenced to buy a Dewalt cordless drill…. 🙄

[@jeffreysalzman1497]

That looks so great. I'm inspired to rip out my fake Formica butcher block countertop and put in a real one.

[@kclefthanded427]

More challenging than it looks as wood is not always straight but with time and effort. Results speak for itself

[@deborahjoyvalentine6180]

❤I will come back to watch full video.👍🏻

[@scottimuffler4517]

Did you?

[@d3w4yn3]

What you are doing with that edge is very similar to painting or sealing and finishing a guitar! Great work!!!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Thank you very much!

[@MrPrecision86]

I wish this was out last year when i reno'ed my kitchen. Everything looks great...except my counter tops. I will be redoing them next year and i will re watch this video before i do

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

the good news is even doing it twice you still saved money. Cheers!

[@chaseprosser8489]

My OCD is happy now. Thank you!

[@KyleBellingar]

Should I need to run over with steel wool after the second oil application as well? It wasn’t mentioned, but I’m getting a similar texture as I did after the first application between coats/before steel wool

[@cafemolido5459]

Do like the butcher's block countertop, may consider it for kitchen upgrade

[@Neworldisordered]

Honest teacher!

[@andrewcampise3768]

Great video. Thanks for shearing

[@sunflowerastronomy]

We made our own butcher block counter tops by starting with oak trees that were cut into one inch thick planks several years earlier from my grandfather's property.

[@natashabass215]

Your a champion at fixing warps

[@sh3lbydian3]

I'm wondering what finish you should do to last longest on butcher block? Love your channel, thank you

[@sh3lbydian3]

I don't care so much about food safe, we don't use counters in that way. I want something I don't have tot mess with as long as possible

[@andrewdavie386]

When you mis-cut the mitre and it wandered -- you said that you could not cut again because the blade would follow the curve. But why couldn't you just start your cut on the other side/end and work towards the bad cut? Seems to me that would cut just fine without wandering. You could either flip the saw blade to the other 45, or flip the board upside down, but I think this would work. TY for the videos; just starting a kitchen renovation now!

[@catsmeow5566]

Yay! This makes up for not having power this weekend. It went out Thursday but now I have it back and can watch your videos. Loved the giggle when you were carrying in that heavy countertop. I could feel the exhaustion. Counter looks great with the oil on it-- I would not have done the waterfall bit, but that's just me. I think its a waste of material but I know some people like it. Steel wool is good for plugging mouse holes. They don't like to chew it. I need to find real steel wool somewhere. I've had a hard time finding it. Love how you can shorten a trip to the store to seconds with the magic of video. LOL. Takes me 40min to get into town and back- and that is just the driving part. Takes at least 5min to find stuff in the store and check out. Looking forward to seeing how you cut out for the sink.

[@Dline27]

I would love to try a dovetail joint on a waterfall, also on the rim joist of a deck i think that would look so nice!

[@PiperDianaNana]

Love this look!

[@nickdepuy7162]

Running some kerfs cuts about 1/2 way through the inside/underside will relieve some of your deflection and allow the wood to move easier. Then if you want to get real froggy, you can then fill the kerfs with sligtly thicker shims etc. to push that bow out. Same concept can be used on studs to pull/push wave out of a wall.

[@marscott9403]

I really needed this video! Thanks😁

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Thatoneguy-uv1zp]

So this video is very helpful but how are you actually affixing the butcher block to the cabinets????

[@jbeddome1]

lol @ 11:03 I was asking my self "is that the right side?" totally something i would have done

[@lil--mo2025]

That looks really nice!

[@jaski8143]

Perfect timing, just bought a counter for kitchen island

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Have fun!

[@fredrezfield1629]

have you done stainless counertops ? what would you use as backing?

[@garethhowlett8546]

Hey Jeff, I just bought a couple of slabs of butcherblock to use as a topper on a sit/stand desk. I'm definitely using some of your ideas to finish it off. That said, the edges are a little too sharp. What advice do you have for using a router on them? Love the channel. Keep up the good work!

[@CDeck8]

Since you had over 11 inches of cushion, could you have given more than an inch extra on the first waterfall cut before you changed blades?

[@SPUDWRENCH]

All that and we didn’t get to see you cut out for the sink. That’s what I was waiting for because I’ve got to do it next week.

[@emmanuell3548]

Great video! Thank you!

[@thomashewitt5274]

Would it be possible to use the kreg pocket hole system to drill pocket holes on the underside so theres no visible holes on the outside to fill?

[@planesandbikes7353]

Three words: Wen Track Saw. great inexpensive solution for infrequent DIY carpentry needing clean accurate square cuts. Being able to plunge cut and scoring cuts and get really clean ends is a game changer I've found. I do not want to be a cabinet maker but also do not want to hire a carpenter charge me $4000 for work I can do in a few hours.

[@Dynysis]

This is may be a silly question. Would I need mending plates if I am only putting one piece? Now considering a waterfall-looks amazing!

[@eddiemarano9998]

Wondering which blade you used (rip, crosscut, combination) to cut your countertop? Thanks

[@JoesPhenomenal]

Hey.. thanks for the awesome video. Just in time for me to do my butcher block in the tuff shed studio. Jeff... what do you think about doing the sealer on all surfaces including the underside of the block? Seems like people are 50/50 on whether that is neccesary. Doesn't leaving the bottom unsealed allow moisture to get in over time? Thanks!!

[@freespeach99]

How do you protect it from water damage and how long is the expected lifespan? That’s my only reservation about using butcher block for kitchen countertops

[@49Roadmaster]

What type of wood are you using for this project? We have rubber wood "Hevea" and were wondering about the final finish outcome using this product using this product.

[@XxdjforrestxX]

Hey Jeff!!! Love your videos!!! Can you recommend a good durable and precise tape measured? My ryobi staple has too much play

[@brandonmccarthy9224]

Man I just did these and this video definitely would have helped me get a nicer finished product lol

[@Centannicocktails]

Hello, After the 1st coat how long did you wait before applying 2nd coat? Then how long before the wood is ready to use the kitchen? Amd, can I use that oil if Ive already used a food grade mineral oil?

[@SubZer0-kt3zs]

Summer is almost here...Renovision diy here we come!

[@MikeM-ld1rw]

Is there no need to seal the underside of the counter to prevent warping or additional movement?

[@CuttyStone]

Great vid on DIY. Mabe marching the grain on the joints. Grain pattern running same direction. Cut miters on the corners.....😢

[@UriValdez]

Jef! You’re hilarious man!

[@kirkdunn1379]

use 45.5 deg for the miters on C.T.waterfall and 2" trim head screws if needed....shouldnt need that much pressure to get miter closed....have used sawdust and glue as filler before the face is what matters and excess glue just fills up in the joint towards the inside, can use biscuits or dominos for joining 2slabs together.....glue is incredibly strong once dry those butcher block tops are an alternative and look pretty nice....an epoxy clearcoat is another option to seal the top and is heat proof

[@kirouacmichael]

been watching your videos for quite a while now, and boy, that shoutout to Neil Degrasse Tyson! Man, im now interested in your future videos x100 !!!

[@philipatha]

Did this with Acacia during my total kitchen remodel back in Oct. Rounding them off was a bit of a pain since I didn't have a router but it turned out okay. Definitely don't like how they take water though.. its true you need to reseal them every 6 mo.

[@cairnparadigm]

Hey Jeff did you spray paint the electrical outlets white if so what paint did you use? will it not scratch off. Great video thanks going to try this on a rental maybe....

[@karenstein8261]

I believe you’re seeing drywall compound used to patch the box openings.

[@Momtojoshcanpark]

My new counter tops do not provide enough of a hangover. Any idea of how to give it at least an inch hang over? This for a log cabin without a backsplash.

[@karenstein8261]

I often hear comments about bows in wood tops. Considering the nature of the material, I’d say some warping is unavoidable. Yet, you can reduce the problem greatly by . . . Sealing ALL edges, all sides, all faces of the top. Yes, this is done before installation. Yes, you want to do it even before you cut the pieces. Plan to stain it? Stain the raw material. Don’t worry; you’ll finish the cut edges once you install it. Indeed, after you’re finished you want to give all the visible areas a final coat of varnish. (One advantage to tung oil, linseed oil, etc. over polyurethane is that additional coats don’t just lay atop the first coat; they actually combine with it.) Another option, one that might cause you more problems, depending how proposed the wood and how long the manufacturing time, is to seal only the bottom, back, and end grain before assembly. The point of this “pre-seal” step is to prevent the counter from being affected by changes in humidity over the life of the counter. If the top of the counter is sealed but the bottom is not, it will be possible for the counter to swell or shrink in place. End grain, especially where it frequently gets wet (near sinks) will soak up water like a sponge. If you seal nothing else, seal the end grain! Pay extra attention to any place there is end grain: the ends, inside holes, etc. End grain is most vulnerable to soaking up (or losing) moisture, and it is changes in moisture that causes warping. Naturally, that first coat of varnish will interfere with the use of a glue like Titebond. For that I have a solution: original Gorilla Glue. Gorilla Glue will foam and thus seal any gaps. It can then be trimmed or sanded. With the surfaces already pre-sealed, you can easily clean up any excess as soon as you assemble the pieces.This his another reason to pre-finish; the glue line will be much less visible. While the glue won’t truly accept stain - the tiny pits in the trimmed foam might catch some pigment - your final coat of varnish will adhere, sealing those little pits. As for joining techniques . . . Well, your method works. Personally, I have a bias in favor of loose tenons or dowels. Screws - as used on your miter joint - have the advantage of drawing things together.

[@robertmorris976]

Wouldn’t you want to angle cut the butcher block for transition to corners of backsplash ?