Butcher Block Countertops in Thornton, CO
We measure, supply and fit butcher block countertops in kitchens across Thornton, Colorado.
- Quotes in writing
- 20 areas covered
Thornton Countertops fits butcher block countertops in homes across Thornton. We measure your cabinets first, then have each butcher block top made to fit them.
What butcher block is
The butcher block tops we fit are made from strips of hardwood glued together into one thick slab.
One Washington State food rule is named after a section of the FDA Food Code. It says wood may not be used as a surface that touches food, with a few exceptions. One exception is hard maple, or a wood that is just as hard and close-grained, which may be used for cutting boards, cutting blocks, baker's tables and serving surfaces.
We fit butcher block on kitchen countertops, on islands and on baking areas.
Wood moves with the seasons
The U.S. Forest Service's Forest Products Laboratory says the moisture left in dried wood tends to come into balance with the humidity of the air around it. It says changes from day-to-day humidity are small and usually don't matter, while changes from season to season tend to be more of a concern.
The Laboratory also says a protective coating can slow these changes in wood but does not stop them. It says wood should not change size much if it is put in at a moisture level that matches the average conditions it will live in.
On any butcher block top we fit, we'd have you wipe up water around the sink as soon as you spot it.
Keeping butcher block clean
The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service says you can use wood or a nonporous board, such as plastic, marble or glass, for cutting raw meat and poultry. It says nonporous surfaces are easier to clean than wood.
To sanitize wood, the Service says to mix 1 tablespoon of unscented, liquid chlorine bleach per gallon of water. It says to flood the surface, let it stand for several minutes, then rinse it with clear water.
What sets the price of butcher block
We price butcher block countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the wood you choose, how thick the top is, how much counter we cover, the edge you pick, and how many holes we cut for the sink and the cooktop, the burners set into the counter.
Not sure wood is right for you? We can quote more than one material. We also fit quartz, granite, soapstone and solid surface.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The type of wood and the thickness of the top.
- The finish that goes on the wood.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked.
- Which edge you are getting.
- Whether taking out and hauling away the old countertops is in the price.
- Who disconnects and reconnects the sink, faucet and cooktop.
Questions about butcher block countertops in Thornton
Do I need a permit for new butcher block countertops in Thornton?
Not for the countertops themselves. The City of Thornton lists replacing cabinets and counter tops among the inside projects that don't need a building permit. Plumbing, electrical or structural modifications do need one. If your new top means moving the sink, we'll check with the city's building division with you before we start.
Can I cut food right on a butcher block countertop?
The Food Safety and Inspection Service says all wooden cutting boards wear out over time, and that once a board is badly worn or has grooves that are hard to clean, it should be thrown out. It also suggests one board for fresh produce and bread and a separate one for raw meat, poultry and seafood. On any butcher block top we fit, we'd have you cut raw meat on a separate board.
How do I clean butcher block countertops day to day?
FoodSafety.gov says to wash countertops with hot, soapy water, especially after they've held raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs. It also says never to thaw or marinate food on the counter.
Can you replace my old laminate with butcher block?
Yes, we can take out old laminate or tile tops and fit butcher block in their place as part of a countertop replacement job.
Can you put in a backsplash at the same time?
Yes, we can. Once the butcher block is set, we do backsplash installation, facing the strip of wall just above the counter with tile or stone that goes with it.
Can you fix a burn or a deep scratch in a butcher block top?
Send us a photo, or we can come out and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will hold or the piece should be replaced.
Get a quote for butcher block countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the rooms you want done. We'll measure, go through woods and edges with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Thornton Countertops home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.