The 3 Best Types of Wood for Kitchen Countertops

In search of a durable and cost-effective material for your kitchen counter surface? You may want to consider wood.

Today I am sharing the 3 best types of wood for countertops.

As far as food preparation is considered , unsealed butcher block is the safest and most ideal material for wood counters.

Butcher Block-

It is important to keep in mind that these wood tops are not impervious to water damage and high heat. To ensure the longevity of your wooden countertops, you will need to condition the butcher block every six months.

If affordability is one of the main concerns dictating your kitchen design, stained/ sealed pine boards are a good choice.

Stained Pine Boards-

Using cheap, wide plank pine boards (2 1×8’s to be exact) and some waterproof stain, my husband was able to build this DIY wood countertop for our coffee bar/butler pantry.

Working with a limited budget, I also wanted a cheaper alternative to actual butcher block. After months of research, I decided to use sanded birch plywood.

Sanded Birch Plywood-

At first glance you might think these counters are actual birch butcher block. Deceptively, the wooden surface is actually two 3/4” thick plywood boards sandwiched together with screws.

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