This board is constructed from end grain for resilience against wear and tear but should be maintained.
Best wood for butcher block workbench.
I have a good idea on how i want to construct it and it will use a pre made maple butcher block top i purchased from grizzly.
This northern european 36 w x 36 d butcher block top workbench is crafted in the baltic states of the eu.
Sold unfinished so you can oil or stain to match any decor the natural wood tones give a simple but stylish feel to your kitchen bar den or craft room.
My question is what is your best recommendation for a finish if any to apply to the butcher block work surface.
We drilled pilot holes first then drilled the wood screws in.
See the john boos maple reversible chopping block at amazon.
Choosing the best type of wood for your workbench top depends on both your budget and on the type of work you plan to do not to mention your own aesthetic preference.
We used wood screws and a cordless drill to do this.
Each type of wood has its own peculiarities which will be explored below in order to allow you to make the most informed decision possible.
Next we were ready to screw the butcher block top to the base of the table.
One of my first projects is a sturdy long lasting workbench.
Step 3 attach the legs to the butcher block workbench top.
The john boos reversible maple chopping block is 24 x 18 x 2 25 inches and features a reversible surface edge with grips to prevent the board from moving maple is a strong and heavy wood ideal for butcher block cutting boards.