Butcher Block Countertops in Lewisville, TX
We measure, supply and fit butcher block countertops in kitchens across Lewisville, Texas.
- Quotes in writing
- 21 areas covered
Lewisville Countertops fits butcher block countertops in homes across Lewisville. We measure your cabinets first, then have each wood top cut to fit them.
What butcher block is
The butcher block countertops we fit are made from strips of solid wood glued side by side into one thick top. We fit them along a whole kitchen wall, on an island, or as a single work area next to a stone counter.
How wood moves with the seasons
The USDA Forest Service's wood handbook says the moisture left in dried wood tends to even out with the humidity of the air around it. It says the changes from day to day are small and usually don't matter, but the changes from season to season tend to be of more concern.
The handbook also says that, in general, wood that is put in at a moisture level that matches the average air it will live in won't change size much. So before we fix a butcher block top down, we'd let it sit in your house for a while, and we'd leave it room to move.
What sets the price of butcher block
We price butcher block countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the wood you choose, how thick the top is, how much counter we cover, the finish, and how many holes we cut for the sink and the cooktop, the burners set into the counter.
Not sure wood is right for you? We can quote it side by side with granite, quartz or solid surface.
Keeping butcher block clean
For cutting boards, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service says to wash them with hot, soapy water after each use, then rinse with clear water and let them air dry or pat them dry with clean paper towels. We'd clean a butcher block counter the same way, and we'd wipe up any water left standing around the sink.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The kind of wood and the thickness of the top.
- Which finish goes on the wood, and whether it is safe for food to touch.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked.
- How the top is fixed down, and how much room is left for the wood to move.
- Whether taking out and hauling away the old countertops is in the price.
- Who disconnects and reconnects the sink, faucet and cooktop.
Questions about butcher block countertops in Lewisville
Is wood harder to clean than stone?
The Food Safety and Inspection Service says people may choose a wooden cutting board or one with a surface liquid can't soak into, such as plastic, marble or glass. It says those surfaces are easier to clean than wood.
Can I cut raw meat right on the counter?
The Food Safety and Inspection Service suggests one cutting board for fresh produce and bread and a separate one for raw meat, poultry and seafood. On the butcher block we fit, we'd keep a separate board for raw meat.
How do I kill germs on a wood surface?
The Food Safety and Inspection Service says wooden cutting boards can be sanitized with 1 tablespoon of unscented, liquid chlorine bleach per gallon of water. It says to flood the surface, let it stand for several minutes, then rinse with clear water and dry.
Does a finish stop the wood from moving?
No. The Forest Service's wood handbook says protective coatings can slow changes in the size of wood but do not prevent them.
Do I need a permit for new butcher block countertops in Lewisville?
The City of Lewisville lists cosmetic projects, such as replacing cabinets or installing carpet, as not needing a building permit, and it suggests calling its Building Services staff to confirm. If a permit is needed, the city says you should never apply for it on behalf of your contractor. If your job moves a sink or changes the plumbing, we'll make that call to the city with you before we start.
Is butcher block the same as quartz?
No. NIOSH, part of the CDC, says engineered stone is also known as quartz. The butcher block we fit is solid wood, and if you'd rather have a stone top, we also fit quartz countertops.
Can you fit butcher block on just the island?
Yes, we can fit butcher block on an island and stone on the rest of the kitchen countertops.
Can you fix a scratch or a burn in butcher block?
Send us a photo, or ask us to come and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will hold or the piece should be replaced.
Get a quote for butcher block countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the rooms you want done. We'll measure, go through woods and finishes with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Lewisville Countertops home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.