For a worktop bench a hobby room or anywhere in your home or garage you can build a butcher block counter that s nearly indestructible using.
How to make a butcher block countertop out of 2x4. Huge farm style table counter top. So i came up with an 8 1 mixture that uses a food safe wax paraffin wax. The most important thing was to make sure that the different types of wood were evenly dispersed throughout the butcher block. I wanted to make a finish that was more water resistant.
The steps in creating the top are fairly easy but the project does require some special tools especially for the larger size tops. Apply the paste wax finish. Dents writing marks etc. 4 make wood beams for a ceiling out of pine boards.
When i say buy one i mean my mom. Melt the paraffin wax and the mineral oil together. As promised today i m going to show you how i built the butcher block table top for it. A great do it yourself project.
Butcher block is typically made from hard woods such as maple or cherry. Depending upon the finish applied these dents can then lead to further deterioration of the surface and failure of the finish in and around these blemishes. Every wood type stains differently so once the stain is added the character of the wood color and grain is really brought out. Half block of gulf wax paraffin wax 1 ounce.
This counter top will be very susceptible to damage from everyday use i e. Completing our rustic wooden counter top diy project for less than 40. Long story short i took the 2x4 countertop scenario further and developed these counter tops which will look like butcher block and. I went back and forth fretting over whether to build a butcher block table top or to buy one.
I used a mug in simmering hot water. Building a wood countertop from 2x10 s part 1 trade tips. 1 cup mineral oil 8 ounces.