Diy Butcher Block Countertop Installation

Diy butcher block kitchen countertops step 1.

Diy butcher block countertop installation.

You just need to know how to use a tape measure and a circular saw to get the job done. Add to that measurement the amount of overhang you want. And then measure again. Cut a sink hole in the butcher block with a jig saw by centering the sink on the butcher block and make a pilot hole large enough to get the jig saw blade in.

Depending on the size of your kitchen several pieces may be needed. Trace on butcher block. Make a cardboard template. How to easily install butcher block countertops step 1.

First be sure to bring the pieces inside a few days before installation to acclimate to your home s humidity. We used an undermount sink so it s important the top is waterproof. If you use a vessel sink and want it to sit normal then you can skip this part and drill a hole for the drain to go through the top. Follow the outline of the sink that you have marked out.

How to install a butcher block countertop step 1. We chose to remove part of the room do the butcher block and then move on. Measure mark and cut. How to install butcher block countertops 1.

Tape the template in place. Installing a butcher block countertop can be a more advanced project than you might think. With cardboard make a template of your existing countertop. Measure make a drawing of the cabinet layout.

Our old ardex concrete cheater countertops we install. Slide the butcher block onto sawhorses for easier access. Diy butcher block countertop. Measure along the walls on all sides and also along the cabinet fronts.

Installing butcher block countertops in your kitchen is not a difficult or time consuming diy project. Adjust a combination square to the depth of the counter overhang. Measure for the needed material. Check out how we installed these beech wood ikea butcher block countertops in our barn house kitchen.

With a few materials and basic tool skills you can install your own butcher block countertops that add warmth and style to any kitchen. Once you feel good about placement trace the template onto the maple butcher block. Order your countertops several weeks prior to. Measure the depth of the cabinets.

Use it to adjust the. Making and breaking projects in my shop every 2 weeks or so more about makeorbreakshop i had friend ask me to build a 6x3 ft butcher block countertop out of soft maple. More by the author.