The Benefits of Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops
Benefits of Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops
Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops add a very welcoming and inviting feel to any style kitchen. Their beautiful appearance instantly pleases everyone’s sense of sight. Each butcher block is carefully hand sanded to a silky, smooth finish; making them tactile and warm to the touch.
The thermal diffusion of wood is much lower than that of other materials, such as steel, concrete, and stone. For this reason, wood does not feel extremely hot or cold to the touch as do some other materials. This is the main reason why Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops are inviting surfaces to sit at. Because of this, Butcher Block Islands become the center piece of the kitchen. They are also safe to use with sinks and stoves when installed properly. The Butcher Block Kitchen Island Top shown below includes an over mount Kohler sink. This kitchen was designed by Plain & Fancy.
Grothouse Sapele Mahogany Butcher Block Kitchen Island Top designed by
Plain & Fancy
Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops also provide a functional work surface to any kitchen. Unlike granite or marble slabs, butcher blocks can be made to any size without unsightly seams. The beauty of using a large butcher block countertop for an island is revealed in the design pictured below. This large kitchen island countertop is constructed in one piece with no unsightly seams. The butcher block was designed by Cabinet Tree Design Studio.
Grothouse Cherry Butcher Block Kitchen Island Top
Having a Butcher Block Kitchen Island Top eliminates the need for cutting boards and chopping blocks. Butcher Block Island tops create a large surface that can be used for direct chopping and food preparation. In addition, you can incorporate a waste hole with a compost bin underneath, which makes cleaning up a breeze.
These are all wonderful features to have in your kitchen if you have cooking parties and need space for groups of chopping chefs; or simply have a large family that loves to cook.
The eclectic kitchen shown below was designed by JP Walters Design Associates. This kitchen boasts a large maple butcher block island top. This kitchen is a chefs dream with top of the line appliances and plenty of counter space.
Grothouse Maple Butcher Block Kitchen Island Top
Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops are very beneficial to any kitchen style. They are very welcoming and inviting surfaces to sit at. Because of this, they become the center piece of any kitchen. Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops provide a functional work surface to any kitchen. They are safe to use with sinks and stoves when installed properly. Unlike granite or marble slabs, butcher blocks can be made to any size without unsightly seams. Having a Butcher Block Kitchen Island Top eliminates the need for cutting boards and chopping blocks. You can add various features to your butcher block to increase it’s functionality.
You can view more Grothouse Butcher Block Kitchen Island Tops in the Image Library of our Countertop Design Guide.
