BUTCHER BLOCK COUNTERTOPS
2
ACCLIMATING BUTCHER BLOCK
SAFETY:
LAYOUT AND CUTOUT
The butcher block should be placed in the room where
it will be installed for a minimum of 72 hours prior
to installation. The temperature should be controlled
during the acclimation period. This allows the wood to
stabilize in the new environment. Remove the packaging
and allow the butcher block to have free airspace on
the top and bottom during acclimation. Store the
countertop in a flat position to avoid warping.
Begin planning with a pre-site survey; ensure that planning starts at
the sink. It is recommended to create a template to ensure the most
accurate cuts are made. Plan countertop layout to ensure joints
don’t fall on or within 4” of appliances. Always leave an expansion
of 1/8 inch on all edges that will meet up to a wall or a restrictive
barrier. Use silicone caulking or a backsplash/trim to fill the 1/8 inch
expansion gap.
Verify measurements before making the necessary cuts
to the product. If a butcher block top requires cutting
for proper installation, either for a size adjustment or
for a sink or cook top cutout, the cut edges need to be
refinished with (4) four coats of sealer immediately. Use
a circular saw to cut the butcher block blank to size,
ensuring the ends are squared using a router.
Note: Installation is recommended to be performed by an experienced installer.
Please see pages 3-4 for installations with additional layout considerations
STEP 1 -
PRE-SITE SURVEY
STEP 2 -
VERIFY MEASUREMENTS
WALL
1/8 INCH EXPANSION GAP
COUNTERTOP
Overhead View
Dusk
Mask
Ear
Protection
Safety
Glasses
Protective
Gloves
