Designed to be used in meat processing, the aptly named butcher block is a favorite surface for countertops in the kitchen. It stands up well to contact with sharp knives — without dulling blades — ...

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In an era when luxury kitchen design is almost synonymous with a sprawling marble island, it is surprisingly refreshing to look back at a far simpler setup. Long before waterfall countertops and built ...

Butcher-block countertops will always look good. They may not be the It style raved about by interior designers each and every year, but they will never be a source of designer or homeowner regret, ...

I honestly can't imagine my kitchen without the kitchen island. It's become the hub of my house, where guests gather, kids do homework (or I do work!), and dinner is prepped and (usually) eaten. So I ...

Walk into any restaurant or cafe kitchen and you're sure to find a few things they all have in common—the nutty smell of fresh butter, the sizzle of garlic hitting the pan...and butcher block ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...