It can be more easily damaged by spills and not every kind of wood will stand up to kind of abuse that a normal kitchen counter will see.
Wood countertops for kitchens pros and cons.
Pros and cons of wood countertops.
I love that this kitchen was designed before my blogging days but it still gets a lot of questions i haven t officially answered in a post.
Top notch tops are installed by pros only but they have a look and feel no other material can match.
Wood countertops remain a very popular choice for homeowners.
Expect to spend 10 to 15 percent of your kitchen remodeling budget on countertops and installation.
Wood countertop in the kitchen faq from readers about my counters.
The look is inviting making your kitchen a great place to gather the family or entertain.
Butcher block countertops look warm and welcoming compared to the cool sterile look of steel or granite.
They can be made of reclaimed or salvaged wood which drastically reduces their environmental impact.
I have had quite a few readers recently ask me about my wood counters in my old house and if they were difficult to take care of.
The truth is wood requires a lot of care.
Warm inviting look wood countertops instantly create a warm cozy feel.
Unlike other surfaces nicks and scratches can be repaired through sanding.
But there are drawbacks to wood countertops too.
When you re choosing countertops note these guidelines.
It s worth weighing the options carefully when you re remodeling.
Wood offers a natural beauty that will enhance the appearance of any kitchen or bathroom.
Plus wood is naturally anti microbial.
Wood counters have a much warmer look and feel than the ever popular granite.
Reasonably priced if you re looking to remodel your kitchen on a budget wood countertops are a great choice.
Wood countertop pros.
Cons let s get to the bad news first.