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NW Orchard Walnut Butcher Block Countertop

GREEN MOUNTAIN WOODWORKS NW ORCHARD WALNUT BUTCHER BLOCK ISLANDS & COUNTERTOPS Very popular, very dark wood that makes for a stunning countertop surface. The NW Walnut was planted by homesteaders who wanted the prolific nuts, but as these majestic trees reach full maturity they are beginning to die. Rather than haul them off for firewood, we make some stunning hardwood flooring and butcher block. Richer and more vibrant than Eastern Walnut because of our soil and milder climate. Chocolate browns, warm creams and port reds color this walnut and its highly figured grain makes it an absolutely standout butcher block material. There is nothing like an old-fashioned, butcher block island for the warmth, color and feel of a solid hardwood surface.  The island becomes the center of the kitchen, where everyone congregates while meals are being made.  Or overhang one side, stash a few stools underneath, and it becomes a wonderful place to sip coffee while the kids eat breakfast. Choose the Natural Oil finish to use it as a great big cutting board.  Or opt for the zero maintenance Marine Grade Oil satin finish. Either way, we ship butcher block countertops cut to size, pre-finished and ready to easily install upon delivery - or save some money and do the final sizing and finishing yourself. Feel free to email or call with any questions on your specific project. Please call for ordering info and shipping estimates. CLICK HERE to download the Butcher Block Estimate Request Form. BUTCHER BLOCK PRICES PER SQUARE FOOT BY THICKNESS 1" 1-1/2" 2" 3" 4" Side Grain | Great for high use islands, worktops and cutting surfaces.  Moderate to very hard depending on the species. Standard thickness: 1-1/2" is most common, 1-4" standard, custom up to 12" Pre-Finished Ready to install $103.26 $108.69 $119.56 $152.17 $179.34 Un-Finished Blank Client cuts to size & finishes $75.69 $79.67 $87.64 $115.52 $135.84 End Grain | Very hard, perfect for heavy use cutting surfaces and chopping blocks. Standard thickness:  2", 2-1/2", 3", 4" standard, custom up to 12" thick Pre-Finished n/a $141.30 $148.36 $197.82 $222.54 Un-Finished Blank n/a $103.57 $108.75 $150.18 $168.56 1" 1-1/4" 2-1/4" Plank Style | Medium hardness, intended for furniture-grade table or counter surface. Standard thickness: 1", 1-1/4" and 2-1/4" most common Pre-Finished $82.60 $86.95 $108.69 Un-Finished Blank $60.55 $63.74 $79.67 PRICING LEVELS FINISH OPTIONS PRE-FINISHED Ready to install NATURAL OIL Food grade for cutting surfaces, re-apply as needed UN-FINISHED BLANK Client cuts to size and finishes MARINE GRADE For wet areas, no re-application necessary

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• Samples
• Custom Options
• Ordering & Delivery
• Installation
• Care & Maintenance

BUTCHER BLOCK SAMPLES

Green Mountain Woodworks spend a lot of time making samples that represent the wood, color and grain as accurately as possible. Call or e-mail to let us know what you are interested in.  All costs are applied to your order when placed.	BUTCHER BLOCK DISPLAY SAMPLES | 9" X 18"
TAKE HOME SAMPLES 6"x6" finished swatch samples help compare the various woods. $5/ea plus shipping.
DISPLAY SAMPLES 9"x18" finished and edged samples are great to see how the countertop will look with cabinets and floor in the kitchen. $20/ea plus shipping.

SMALLER 6" X 6" SWATCH SAMPLES

BUTCHER BLOCK CUSTOM OPTIONS

The sky's the limit when it comes to Green Mountain Woodworks' custom capabilities.  They make butcher block of any thickness, any width and any length. Call 1.888.447.9877 or email us with your vision and we'll help guide your thought process based on production reality and cost. Don't be shy...they enjoy the challenge!	Walnut side grain- 3-1/2" thick w/ custom stacked edge profile
Custom Options include: Edge Details Custom Thickness Any width or length Under or top mount sink/stove cutouts Pre-joining edges or seams Backsplash Electrical wiring chase Custom and stacked edge profiles Curves or custom shapes Knife slots Integral drainboards

ORDERING AND DELIVERY OF YOUR BUTCHER BLOCK ISLAND OR COUNTERTOP

First we need to confirm all of the details of your project.  Which wood, the size and shape, location of cutouts, joined seams, etc. Click here for a printable .pdf file of our design worksheet. We'll use this worksheet to create an accurate quote with shipping.  Your butcher block will be crated and ready to ship within 3-4 weeks from order. Each butcher block ships with full installation instructions as well as information about long term care and maintenance of your new wood countertop.

INSTALLATION OF A BUTCHER BLOCK

Your PRE-FINISHED butcher block arrives ready to install right out of the crate.  When installing a butcher block on top of a cabinet structure,  allowances need to be made to accommodate natural seasonal changes in humidity.  As solid wood countertops are a natural, living material,  it will slightly expand and contract with the seasons. Like the construction of fine furniture, your method of attaching the block to a structure needs to simply allow for that "breathing".  DO NOT GLUE the butcher block to a sub-structure, most glues are not flexible enough to allow the block to breathe.

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Butcher block is traditionally attached from below,  through the cabinet top structure and into the block with lag bolts (large screws). If the cabinet has pre-drilled slotted holes, make sure the bolts are centered in the slot.  If the cabinet does not have pre-drilled holes, drill a 5/8" diameter hole through the cabinet.  A 1/4" lag bolt with a washer should be used to fasten (pre-drill through the cabinet hole center into the butcher block to avoid splitting the wood). Length will vary depending on the application,  a good rule of thumb is to use a bolt long enough to penetrate one half the countertop's thickness.  Use one bolt per foot to attach depth-wise,  use one bolt every three fee to attach to the length on both sides.  Snug bolts until the block is flush with the cabinet top, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.  Remember - you want the countertop to move a bit with the seasons, otherwise the top or the cabinet may be compromised. Click here for the Green Mountain Woodworks Installation Diagram.

CARE and MAINTENANCE OF A BUTCHER BLOCK
Some clients use their butcher blocks as a large cutting board, others treat them like fine furniture.  In either case,  simply wipe clean with a moist sponge after use.  Avoid harsh detergents and puddles of standing water.  That's it! 

Maintenance for your countertop depends largely on how you use it and what finish was specified. 

NATURAL OIL finished tops are food grade, you can cut right on them like a cutting board.  Because wood is a natural, living material, it continually absorbs more oil, so regular re-oiling will be necessary to maintain its luster.  Re-oiling is simple -- just spread oil evenly over the surface, allow it to soak in for about 5 minutes then wipe the excess off with a clean rag.  It's that easy!

MARINE GRADE OIL finish is a film that builds up on the surface of the butcher block,  sealing the wood and preventing moisture absorption.  For this reason, this finish is great around sinks but is not designed for cutting on (you don't want to cut through the protective finish).  Marine Grade Oil finished butcher block doesn't require regular re-oiling.