Butcher block has long been a hard-working surface for cabinet countertops, table tops, and work surfaces, but when it becomes scratched, stained, and scarred it can be an eyesore. However, it’s a forgiving material that can be restored with a process of basic scraping, sanding, and finishing to restore the surface to like-new condition.
A handyman will charge $225, including labor and material, to restore a 4-foot-long butcher block surface. With a minimum of tools and talents, a handy homeowner can do the job for $30, the cost of the materials, and save 87 percent.
