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Blogger Bivins, TX on Apr 15, 2012

My Kitchen Remodel DIY Butcher Block Countertops

I've been really busy on my kitchen remodel but I'm almost finished. Here are some pictures of my new butcher block cabinets with a thick poly finish. The cost for custom was outrageous so I made my own for a fraction of the cost! So shiny, so easy to care for, and so pretty. You can go to my blog the DIY information at http://pjhdesignsoneofakind.blogspot.com/201...

24 Comments

BeckySue, Certified Maste... Lawrenceville, GA

wow! looks good... is that surface food safe?

on Apr 15, 2012 · Like 0
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Yes it is Becky Sue and I left one area by my stove without a finish and just treated it with mineral oil to use as a butcher block to chop my vegetables. It should last for years with this finish on it. Cleans up easily also.

on Apr 15, 2012 · Like 0
HandyANDY Home Renovation... Marietta, GA

I always liked that look and it's a great example of making it your home....just be prepared to change them out if you ever decide to sell the home. I like it but most buyers won't

on Apr 16, 2012 · Like 0
Kevin M. Veler, Law Offic... Alpharetta, GA

Very nice finish. I did not know that the heat would help with the bubbles.

on Apr 16, 2012 · Like 1
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Hi HandyAndy, yes I know these aren't for everyone but if you order these they cost as much as granite! We live on a small lake and plan to die here lol so it will be up to my kids. :-)

on Apr 16, 2012 · Like 1
Douglas C Gretna, LA

Very nice Peggy.......

on Apr 19, 2012 · Like 0
Kathy W Fairview, TN

Beautiful! Love the look. We live on a small lake too and are headed toward a remodel of the kitchen soon. Thanks for the DIY info.

on Apr 19, 2012 · Like 0
Julie S Leakesville, MS

Peggy, i think it is wonderful..i love adding textures and natural rustic
elments to my home....

on Apr 19, 2012 · Like 0
Seth F Mcdonough, GA

I made a bar like that in college. :) We taped down coasters, deck of cards, bottle caps and other things like that before we poured on the poly. it looked like it was sort of floating under the poly when it finally dried. Other things could easily be added as long as the poly covers it well.

on Apr 19, 2012 · Like 1
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Thanks everyone I'm glad you like it. Yes Seth my husband had a few things he thought would look neat embedded in the top but I nixed it. :-)

on Apr 19, 2012 · Like 0
Anna R

I made a very nice breakfast-bar from wood in a previous home I sold, and this is the product I used - bought it at Michaels - http://michaels.com/EnviroTex-Lite%C2%AE/gc0...
its 'enviroTex Lite'

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 0
Rebecca D Dearborn, MI

Looks beautiful... Peggy !

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 0
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Thanks Rebecca. Thanks for sharing that link Anna R I hadn't seen that product before and since I restore furniture I may want to give it a try sometime soon.

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 0
Karen B Youngstown, NY

that looks fantastic! LOVE it1

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 0
Marg C Middletown, NY

Do they have a product like EnviroTex for floors that you know of?

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 0
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Hi Margery C, I don't know if they have anything like it for floors. I would suggest you check at your local paint store. I do know that an area that large would be difficult to do.

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 1
Kelly S Bremerton, WA

Looks like it would work for a crafting counter top as well. Good job!

on Apr 20, 2012 · Like 0
Marg C Middletown, NY

thank you Peggy. I imagine it would be hard to do but so worth it for me and the three dogs. If I find anything or decide to use enviro Tx lite, I'll let you know the results :)

on Apr 21, 2012 · Like 0
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Please do Margery C. but their are several different brands to choose from that is just what they had at my paint store.

on Apr 21, 2012 · Like 1
Becky Blair, NE

Wow what a gorgeous counter Peggy. I never would have thought to use flooring for a kitchen counter.

on Sep 11, 2012 · Like 0
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Thank you Becky I'm glad you like them.

on Sep 12, 2012 · Like 1
Becky Blair, NE

You're welcome Peggy.

on Sep 12, 2012 · Like 0
Cyndy B Bivins, TX

Outstanding countertops, Peggy! And what a fun surprise to see Bivins, TX under your name! That's where we are too!!!

on Oct 25, 2012 · Like 0
Peggy H Bivins, TX

Thanks Cyndy! Bivins is my address but I live 10 minutes from Vivian, Louisiana on the state line. Howdy neighbor. :-)

on Oct 25, 2012 · Like 0