Q. I am having a walnut butcher block countertop made for a 4' x 5' kitchen island. What is the best finish to have applied? We do a lot of cooking and have two teenagers (!) with their requisite ...

Butcher block countertops have been reemerging in kitchen design this year, adding character and traditional style to schemes. But before you follow suit, knowing the pros and cons is important to ...

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The countertops are a huge investment, money- and style-wise, in a kitchen remodel. Take inspiration from design expert Erin Napier to get the choice right.

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Kitchen countertops are built to last — but that doesn't mean they'll always be in vogue. Sure, there are some classics, like a solid butcher block or a granite finish that will turn your kitchen into ...

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 ...