This Butcher Block is finished with a mixture of bees wax and mineral oil, applied and hand rubbed into the wood to protect it and provide a durable surface that will last a long time. Included instructions how to maintain this board so you'll be able to hand it down to your children.
Photos: Three photos show finished butcher block. Two show how these look after they have been glued, and before they are finished. Note: Cutting board oil not included, but shows you what you will need to keep your butcher block maintained CUSTOMIZATION OPTION: If you want layer of walnut or oak, or other hardwood over this butcher block, we can do that for you.
Style: Edge Grain Finish: Mineral Oil (Food-grade, FDA Approved) Edges: Rounded to 1/8 radius End / Edge grain construction is the choice of professionals the world over. Weight: This Size Butcher Block weighs about 15 - 17 pounds. Handcrafted, Made in Oregon, USA by Steve's Gift Shoppe (in our workshop) BUTCHER BLOCK VS. CUTTING BOARD: There is one essential difference that distinguishes a Butcher Block from and a Cutting Board. Butcher Blocks are much thicker than the common kitchen cutting board, which is about 3/4 thick.