Butcher Block Countertops and Farmhouse Sink on Creek Glen Dr, Houston 77095
Danielle wanted a warmer kitchen than stone could give her. Kitchen Remodel Masters Houston fitted edge-grain butcher block countertops across the L-shaped perimeter and the raised bar of this northwest Houston kitchen, set a white fireclay farmhouse sink with a bridge faucet into the block, dropped in a black induction cooktop and finished the walls with a new tile backsplash.
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What we did
- Butcher block counters. Cut to the L-shaped layout and the raised bar, with the sink and cooktop cutouts sealed before the fixtures went in, then oiled. Compare materials on the countertop replacement page.
- Farmhouse sink and faucet. A white fireclay apron-front sink and a bridge faucet mounted through the block.
- Induction cooktop. Set into the counter beside the wall oven.
- Backsplash. New light tile behind the counters.
- Kept. The white raised-panel cabinets and the tile floor.
Butcher block is the least common counter we install, but it suits a cottage or farmhouse kitchen in a way stone cannot. For costs by material read the Houston countertop cost guide, and for a stone option see the Tomball countertop project.
Call (713) 364-6603 or request a free consultation and Sean will bring wood and stone samples so you can compare them in your own light.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is butcher block a good countertop in Houston?
Yes, with care. Wood counters need an oil or sealer finish and a wipe-down after spills, and the humidity here means the wood moves a little with the seasons. In return you get a warm look and a surface that can be sanded and refinished instead of replaced.
Can a farmhouse sink go in butcher block?
Yes. The sink cutout is sealed on all edges before the fireclay apron sink is set, which is the detail that keeps water out of the end grain. This kitchen also has a bridge faucet mounted through the block.
Does an induction cooktop work in a wood counter?
Yes. The cooktop drops into a cutout the same way it does in stone. Induction stays cool around the edges, which suits a wood counter better than a gas cooktop.
What does butcher block cost compared to stone?
Butcher block is usually one of the lower-cost countertop options installed, below most quartz and granite. See our Houston countertop cost guide for market ranges by material.