I just got a butcher block countertops, thanks for the advice, your tops look good 👍
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad we went with butcher block for the island. keep it oiled it'll continue looking good.
@TeaSPooon962 жыл бұрын
I just bought a house and didn't realize the huge island in the kitchen was a butcher block counter because it wasn't oiled at all. I thought is was just unfinished. Thank goodness I came across a post letting me know what it actually was when I was looking up finishes to put on it. I almost covered it in polyurethane 😬
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Glad you didn’t, the oil and conditioner keep it looking great
@paullambert7110 Жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with poly just not idea to cut on it after.
@jmydn2 Жыл бұрын
same! thanks for explaining
@chiliboom61402 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. The countertop looks great.
@dragonflyoracle4679Ай бұрын
Looks beautiful. I’m getting cherry butcher block counter for my island. Can’t wait to see how it will look.
@patriciagailmcclary82837 ай бұрын
Thank you!!! So helpful and kind of you to make this video!
@Joel-tx9ew3 жыл бұрын
Looks like you are in the home stretch of your large remodel. Hope for a big reveal video. Great job!
@efd3 жыл бұрын
Its getting there, lots of small details to go.
@RandomReviewsHowTos3 жыл бұрын
That looks awesome. Nice job!
@efd3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It’s looking good and holding up well.
@shannonpainter-carpenter776929 күн бұрын
do you sand between coats of oil?
@Centannicocktails2 ай бұрын
Hello! My maple countertop arrived today. I'll be oiling it Friday. It's going over the lower cabinets and sink area. Do I need to oil at least 1 coat underneath? Or not? And you said you did 4 coats of oil..is that also 30 minutes each time for each coat, then the conditioner. Then wait over night before use after conditioner. Thank you very much! Excellent video!
@efd2 ай бұрын
Awesome! We love our wood countertop. I did not season the bottom, i did the edges but nothing more. I waited 30 minutes between oil coats to let it soak in and then let it sit overnight before I used the conditioner. I re-oil it every few months when it starts to look dry.
@Centannicocktails2 ай бұрын
@@efdPerfect! Thank you very much❤
@iansmith75439 ай бұрын
Saw you didn’t apply the final sanding, any ideas/recommendations on what I should sand mine to? I am refinishing a butcher block table.
@efd9 ай бұрын
I didn’t need to sand mine but would probably use a 220 grit for a smooth finish.
@ElliotCS1.62 ай бұрын
Hi thx for video, do you have to oil the bottom too? Thx
@efd2 ай бұрын
I did not do the bottom.
@sclark027869 ай бұрын
Do I need to use the oil before the conditioner? I thought I only needed the conditioner 😬
@joeavery6587Ай бұрын
How do you clean it? Is it always oily?
@efdАй бұрын
The oil soaks in and feels dry. It may take a day or 2 though. To clean it, i use a vinegar/water mix. I reseal it when it gets to be light in color. Maybe once a month.
@wildernessman7602 жыл бұрын
Did you apply oil to the side that's facing down before the counter top was installed? The oil isn't just cosmetic it's a preventative measure.
@efd2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great point, I did not do it where the cabinets are. So far so good though
@viperman1008 ай бұрын
Coat the underside with a polyurethane to completely seal the covers, use the oils for the top.
@josetteskinner42002 жыл бұрын
Great video! Did you first sand the whole butcher block? I tried this method on mine after a few guys renovated my house. The oil and conditioner wouldn't take. I was told by another person it was because it wasn't sanded down first. Guys who renovated my kitchen said it was ready to be oiled and conditioned straight from the store.
@efd2 жыл бұрын
I didn't have to sand mine down, it came smooth and unfinished. I wonder if you need to clean it with dish soap or something similar to remove any existing or surface level protectants.
@josetteskinner42002 жыл бұрын
Mmm 🤔. Okay. I’ll try again. Maybe I used the wrong cloth to try it with. I saw you used an old T-shirt. I was using a microfiber cloth.
@efd2 жыл бұрын
@@josetteskinner4200 I would definitely use something cotton, like an old shirt or Terry cloth
@matsudakodo Жыл бұрын
If you're going to do some cuts to the wood, do you recommend doing the conditioning before or after cutting?
@efd Жыл бұрын
After so that you condition and my exposed wood.
@bobbycruz3431 Жыл бұрын
Do you need to oil underneath before installation? I plan on using butcher block for a table I suppose there's more access to oil frequently.
@efd Жыл бұрын
I didn't oil under mine and haven't had any issues.
@hauntqueenJ Жыл бұрын
I have a 4ft butcher block im setting it ontop of a table without attaching. Should i do both sides of the butcher block?
@efd Жыл бұрын
If you have easy access, I would do the entire thing
@hauntqueenJ Жыл бұрын
Yes it can be flipped so guess ill be doing the other side too. Thank you.
@BackyardFarmerCrafts Жыл бұрын
How often do you have to do this process? I just got a BB too for an island. Trying to decide if I want to use oil or polyurethane
@efd Жыл бұрын
I only do it every 3 months. It stays pretty good.
@SeymourKitty2 жыл бұрын
My friend said is this locked in a cage or on the shelf at HomeFreepo?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Interesting, wouldn’t have thought it would be a product that would walk away.
@jeffadam1450 Жыл бұрын
I am putting a butcher block counter in my kitchen. So you’re saying this oil and conditioner is all that is needed? No polyurethane clear coat afterwards?
@efd Жыл бұрын
No clear coat, the oil and conditioner will protect the wood.
@mrzhall21098 ай бұрын
How long after you rub off the remaining conditioner can you use your counters?
@efd8 ай бұрын
Let it sit overnight and it will be good, but if you put papers on it, it will leach onto them for a few days
@mrzhall21098 ай бұрын
@@efd Thank You. Your video was very helpgul. We used watco oil and i wasnt feeling it so i tried the oil you used and its awesome!!!
@joshua12345j Жыл бұрын
Can you use that oil ober stain
@awrosch2142 жыл бұрын
What products do you use for upkeep/daily cleaning after it’s been sealed and conditioned? Do you know the countertop needs to be sanded and resealed after a certain amount of time for upkeep?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
I used the conditioner about once a month. I haven’t had to sand and reseal yet. We did some some marker and pen marks on it with the kids so at some point, I’ll sand it and redo the conditoning
@michaelhinchey2 жыл бұрын
They shouldn't need to be resealed for 10 to 20 years.
@LB-nv2bj7 ай бұрын
I used a little acetone on a rag to get out pen and then re oil. No Sanding
@bigabe23 Жыл бұрын
can i cover it in polyurethane after this oil and conditioner? I don't plan to use the countertop for the cutting board. I use only a separate small wood or plastic board
@efd Жыл бұрын
If you are going to seal it with poly, I wouldn’t bother with the conditioner. Although, I wouldn’t do that, I would use the oil and conditioner. It looks great and keeps a natural feel and look.
@ad3x332 жыл бұрын
Does this help for stains and spills? Also I didn’t put the oil I put one coat of conditioner can I put the oil now and then the rest of the conditioning coats??
@efd2 жыл бұрын
yes, as long as you clean them up quickly. liquids will pool on the top for easy wipe off as long as you keep it oiled. if it gets dry, stains could penetrate down into the wood.
@sandyparcels45522 жыл бұрын
I had someone come and finish my butcher block counters. He sanded it and used the conditioner, no oil. My countertops are all rough and appear to need sanded again. Is this typical? Should I re sand get the oil then conditioner?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
If they are rough, try lightly sanding it with a fine grit sand paper, then oil it several times, then conditioner.
@jenjen2044 Жыл бұрын
Do you need to resand lightly when you oil it again in 3 months?
@efd Жыл бұрын
I've had mine for around 2 years and have never sanded it. its still nice and smooth.
@tuckerklassen37862 жыл бұрын
Does it harden the wood? I want to use this on a cedar coffee table but I'm not sure it will be hard enough. Thanks!
@efd2 жыл бұрын
it does not harden the wood, it protects it against spills and drying out.
@christenragland89822 жыл бұрын
Does this oil seal the countertop? I have install butcher block countertops and trying to determine what I need to use seal it and protect it from water and damage
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the oil seals it. You’ll want to recoat it every few months, whenever it appears dry
@christenragland89822 жыл бұрын
@@efd thanks so much. What's a sign that the wood is dry? Would you say doit every 3 months?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
@@christenragland8982 Around that time frame. You'll be able to tell when its dry. The wood will look dull and any water drips won't bead up.
@oscargarzaalmaraz80582 жыл бұрын
Do this oil and conditioner prevent the butcher block from being stained by food? For example, with the pigments of dried peppers or berries.
@efd2 жыл бұрын
i haven't had any issues with staining. I keep it well oiled and the juices bead up and are able to be wiped off. I don't think I've had any food coloring spills or other concentrated colors spilled on it though. We do our best to keep color liquids off of it just in case.
@simplyhomehomestead2 жыл бұрын
Do you have issues with papers picking up oil residue
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Just the first day or 2, it takes a bit for the oil to fully get absorbed.
@TheNubbyG7 ай бұрын
I sure did when we oiled it. A month later it is much better. I did not know to put conditioner on it so I am doing that now.
@lonnielapeyrouselpc1518 Жыл бұрын
Any benefits to applying more than one coat of conditioner after oiling it?
@efd Жыл бұрын
Yes, you oil it a couple of times and then use the conditioner. The conditioner helps keep the oil in and water out.
@lonnielapeyrouselpc1518 Жыл бұрын
But only one coat of conditioner needed?
@efd Жыл бұрын
@@lonnielapeyrouselpc1518 yeah, I put a couple coats of oil and then conditioner. I put conditioner on it every few months when it starts looking dry.
@joemo16912 жыл бұрын
Did you wow off in between coats?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Wipe off? No, it all gets sucked into the dry wood.
@crystalb1553 Жыл бұрын
How to clean butcher block from daily use?
@efd Жыл бұрын
I use a vinegar/water mix in a spray bottle for cleaning. I use a 1 to 1 ratio of vinegar and water.
@61360862 жыл бұрын
Do you need clear coat on top?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
No, the oil and conditioner protect the wood.
@ST-pq4dx2 жыл бұрын
With this process, Don't we have to stain? Or mineral oil step handles it?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
You only need to stain if you want to change the color. The butcher block oil takes care of sealing it. After you put the oil on, water beads on it and keeps moisture from seeping in
@aminnehas2 жыл бұрын
How do you clean it after food prep?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
I try to keep food liquids off of it and I use a vinegar/water mix in a spray bottle for cleaning. I use a 1 to 1 ratio of vinegar and water.
@joelwhite1501 Жыл бұрын
@@efd Do you use a paper towel or an old T-shirt to wipe your vinegar mixture after you spray it? I'm worried that you're going to remove the wax and the oil if you spray water and vinegar on it.
@efd Жыл бұрын
@@joelwhite1501 I use paper towels, I re-apply whenever the top starts to look dry. Roughly every 2 months. I haven’t had any issues or discolored spots from the vinegar solution.
@ericmcentire90882 жыл бұрын
How has it held up over the year?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
It’s still in great shape! I’ve oiled it every few months. Still looks great.
@Aphillywitdahoodie Жыл бұрын
No water stains?
@102create2 жыл бұрын
How thick is your butcher block countertop? In inches, or centimeters.
@efd2 жыл бұрын
This one is 2 inches thick
@inforestsweheal2 жыл бұрын
Do you have to do the top and the bottom? How do you do that?
@efd2 жыл бұрын
I only did the top and sides
@michaelwakus6 ай бұрын
use a new paint roller to apply it faster.
@demond802 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@efd2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@Brian-uy2tj10 ай бұрын
This was OK, however I would point out that it is not a good idea to save oily rags, especially not wadded up in bag. Many oils for finishing wood can spontaneously combust when stored that way. While This may be OK, it is nevertheless a bad habit to get into.
@willfoster97152 жыл бұрын
Lol at all the wrong information in this video
@efd2 жыл бұрын
Always open to learning, any constructive feedback?
@Musiclover-po1tl2 жыл бұрын
All the info here is basically the same as shown on Howard's own video. It was very helpful.
@2008SUPERDUTYF3502 жыл бұрын
The instructions say to let it sit for at least a hour and apply 3/4 coats for both products.
@jusformommy2 жыл бұрын
I just want to know should we do both sides
@toolsntruck941 Жыл бұрын
this is a no brainer to oil a butcher block how could you possably screw it up .sorry but there are some tricky stuff to learn in carpentry this is sooo basic i feel you shouldnt be running a saw if you needed this video to oil some butcher block ...
@efd Жыл бұрын
We all start somewhere. 😀
@enoughisenough9937 Жыл бұрын
I’m thankful for the video considering I am an average female that went to buy her own butcher block to install on her existing island and didn’t have a clue what to do once I got the unfinished piece home. These instructions were extremely helpful and it turned out great. Thank you for taking the time to post this video. Have a great day
@LB-nv2bj7 ай бұрын
I'm here to make sure I did it right because mine is still really oily