How much does a butcher block countertop cost?
At Walnut Wood Works, a custom solid-hardwood edge-grain butcher block countertop costs about $97 to $148 per square foot, delivered, including finishing. An 8-foot by 25-inch black walnut top is $1,943 and the same top in hard maple is $1,893; a 6-foot by 36-inch walnut island top is $2,012.
Countertop prices by size and wood.
Actual delivered prices from the same pricing engine as our builder: edge-grain construction, natural oil finish, 1-1/2" thick for perimeter counters and 1-3/4" for islands. Every top is made to order, so any size in between prices out the same way.
| Size | Black Walnut | White Oak | Hard Maple | Mountain Cherry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 ft perimeter (48" × 25") | $834 | $917 | $809 | $809 |
| 6 ft perimeter (72" × 25") | $1,289 | $1,414 | $1,251 | $1,251 |
| 8 ft perimeter (96" × 25") | $1,943 | $2,110 | $1,893 | $1,893 |
| 10 ft perimeter (120" × 25") | $2,873 | $3,081 | $2,810 | $2,810 |
| 12 ft perimeter (144" × 25") | $3,202 | $3,452 | $3,127 | $3,127 |
| 6 ft island (72" × 36") | $2,012 | $2,192 | $1,958 | $1,958 |
| 8 ft island (96" × 36") | $2,741 | $2,981 | $2,669 | $2,669 |
| 10 ft island (120" × 36") | $3,870 | $4,170 | $3,780 | $3,780 |
| 12 ft island (144" × 36") | $4,399 | $4,759 | $4,291 | $4,291 |
Prices include finishing, a custom shipping crate and residential curbside liftgate delivery to the lower 48 states. Commercial delivery (business hours, dock or forklift) is our lowest-cost freight option and saves about $75 on an 8-foot top. Need a different size? Price it in the builder to the 1/16 inch.
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What thickness adds.
Same top, different thickness: an 8-foot by 25-inch black walnut edge-grain countertop with a natural oil finish.
| Thickness | Delivered price |
|---|---|
| 1.25" | $1,467 |
| 1.5" | $1,943 |
| 1.75" | $2,095 |
| 2" | $2,246 |
| 2.25" | $2,398 |
| 2.5" | $2,549 |
| 2.75" | $2,701 |
| 3" | $2,852 |
| 3.25" | $3,004 |
| 3.5" | $3,155 |
| 3.75" | $3,307 |
| 4" | $3,458 |
What the finish adds.
The same 8-foot walnut top in each finish. The finishes guide explains how they differ.
Unfinished
Sanded and ready for your own finish.
Natural oil
Food-safe; the only finish made to be cut on.
Hardwax oil
About 95% waterproof with a natural, low-sheen look.
Conversion varnish
100% waterproof, essentially no upkeep.
Edge grain vs plank vs end grain.
A 6-foot by 25-inch hard maple top with a natural oil finish, built three ways. End grain is thicker and far more labor, which is why it costs more. The construction guide explains when it's worth it.
Edge grain, 1-1/2"
Long strips on edge. Stable, the most popular for kitchens.
Plank, 1-1/2"
Wide boards laid flat for a furniture look.
End grain, 2-1/4"
Blocks on end. The most knife-friendly surface.
Floating shelf prices.
Solid-hardwood floating shelves include our hidden steel bracket (rated about 150 lb each) and ship free by UPS Ground to the lower 48 states. 1-3/4" thick, natural oil finish.
| Length × depth | Black Walnut | White Oak | Hard Maple | Mountain Cherry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24" × 8" | $201 | $214 | $197 | $197 |
| 36" × 8" | $314 | $334 | $308 | $308 |
| 36" × 10" | $380 | $405 | $373 | $373 |
| 48" × 8" | $402 | $429 | $394 | $394 |
| 48" × 10" | $490 | $523 | $480 | $480 |
| 60" × 10" | $625 | $667 | $613 | $613 |
| 72" × 10" | $735 | $785 | $720 | $720 |
| 72" × 12" | $867 | $927 | $849 | $849 |
Fireplace mantel prices.
Solid-hardwood mantels, 3" thick with a natural oil finish, on a hidden bracket. See the mantel guide for clearance and sizing.
| Length × depth | Black Walnut | White Oak | Hard Maple | Mountain Cherry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48" × 8" | $517 | $543 | $509 | $509 |
| 60" × 8" | $658 | $692 | $648 | $648 |
| 60" × 10" | $804 | $846 | $792 | $792 |
| 72" × 8" | $775 | $815 | $763 | $763 |
| 72" × 10" | $950 | $1,000 | $935 | $935 |
| 84" × 8" | $992 | $1,038 | $978 | $978 |
What's included, and what isn't.
Included in every price: solid hardwood (no plywood or veneer), your choice of edge profile, shop-applied finish, a custom 2×4-and-plywood crate, and delivery to the lower 48 states. Every countertop, shelf and mantel carries our 3-year craftsmanship warranty.
Optional extras: CNC sink and range cutouts are $150 each. Rush production (1-2 weeks) adds 80%. Standard lead time is 8-10 weeks for countertops.
Not included: installation. Solid wood cuts and fastens with standard woodworking tools, so a carpenter or experienced DIYer can install it.
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