Wood Block Countertops Pros And Cons. Wood wins points for warmth and versatility. One caveat about wood countertops is that you need to be on the alert for people who arent sensitive to the differences and may start slicing bagels in the middle of your beautiful walnut.
Butcher-block is susceptible to scratches dings and stains. Obviously thats wise because once you select your countertops and have them installed it will be a bit late for second thoughts. This style of wood countertop construction is cheaper than edge or end grain because its less labor intensive and creates less waste but they are typically made from more expensive and rare hardwoods like black walnut and zebrawood to show off their intricate grain patterns and colors.
Wood may be a renewable sustainable material -- if green practices are followed by the harvester or the wood is recycled.
Wood may be a renewable sustainable material -- if green practices are followed by the harvester or the wood is recycled. Wood may be a renewable sustainable material -- if green practices are followed by the harvester or the wood is recycled. Black kitchen countertops the pros. Wood wins points for warmth and versatility.
