Finishes + Custom Options

BUTCHER BLOCK STYLES

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EDGE GRAIN
EDGE GRAIN

• Classic “butcher block” appearance

• Stable construction style…typical for countertops

• Solid strips run continuously along the surface

• More cost effective than end grain style

FACE GRAIN
FACE GRAIN

• More resistant to stains and moisture absorption

• Classic “plank” style…typical for furniture

• Wider boards are selected, exposing more grain detail

END GRAIN
END GRAIN

• Parquet appearance

• The hardest work surface…ideal for heavy chopping

• Smaller strips stand vertically, exposing the end of the wood

• Crafted in a grid or random pattern

• 2” minimum thickness

 

FINISHES

FOR CUTTING SURFACES:

  • BioShield Herbal Oil
  • Low-VOC
  • Food-grade finish … ideal for chopping
  • Linseed based oil, brings out rich coloration of the wood
  • Offers some water resistance, but less stain resistance
  • No UV protection
  • Monthly maintenance required…wipe on, wipe off

 

FOR WORK SURFACES:

  • BioShield Hard Oil
  • Low-VOC
  • Good for steady use…ideal for kitchen islands
  • Linseed and tung oil based, brings out rich coloration of the wood
  • Water and stain resistant, but not water proof
  • No UV protection
  • Not as durable or simple to maintain as a polyurethane finish
  • Monthly maintenance required…wipe on, wipe off

FOR WATER RESISTANCE:

  • Osmo Poly-X
  • Low-VOC
  • Good for higher moisture areas…ideal for kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities
  • Sunflower, soybean and thistle oils with carnauba and candellia waxes
  • Used as a top coat over our oil finishes…for added water resistance
  • Not as durable or simple to maintain as a polyurethane finish
  • No UV protection
  • Monthly maintenance required…wipe on, wipe off

FOR LOW MAINTENANCE:

  • Mohawk’s Waterborne Pre-Catalyzed Lacquer (Satin Finish)
  • Low-VOC, Greenguard Certified
  • Water-based lacquer…ideal for commercial applications
  • This finish does not bring out the richest coloration of wood
  • Our most durable finish, but still susceptible to scratching, dings & dents
  • No monthly maintenance required
  • Not easily spot finished and professional help recommended for refinishing