How to cut butcher block
What kind of saw do you use to cut butcher block?
circular saw
Since this is a longer cut, you can use a straight piece of dimensional lumber as your guide. Clamp each end of the guide to your butcher block and use your circular saw to make the cut.
Is it easy to cut butcher block?
Butcher block has long been a favorite material of DIYers like ourselves! They are easy to work with – you can cut, drill, sand and shape them yourself – and require minimal tools. And from a design perspective, wood countertops lend a natural warmth to a space and with proper care, can last a lifetime.
Can you cut on a butcher block countertop?
Pro: They’re as easy on the knives as they are on the eyes. The only countertop that can actually be used as a cutting surface, butcher-block won’t dull your knives like stone or concrete counters. The soft surface also makes for a quieter kitchen.
How do you cut a butcher block with a jigsaw?
How do you round the edges of a butcher block?
Cut nice corners on your butcher block countertop to get rid of those sharp corners (aka hip bruisers). You can use a router, a flush cutting bit, and a radius cutting jig to easily create rounded corners. Soften the edges by using a round over bit in your router OR create a more decorative edge bit such as an Ogee.
Can I cut butcher block with circular saw?
Can you put an undermount sink in butcher block countertops?
Boos Butcher Block Countertops Can Accommodate Undermount and Farm Style Sinks, but They Require Extra Attention. You should know that Boos recommends against this approach* since it leaves cut edges of the countertop exposed to water, and water can seriously damage wood, as you likely know.