Picking out materials for counters isn't easy. There are many options, and all have their own pros and cons to using them, including care, cost, and staining. Butcher block is one popular choice ...

Many homeowners get muddled down in the debate between granite and marble countertops, forgetting that there's another great option: butcher block. These wooden countertops, made by laminating wood ...

Acacia. Composite. Butcher block. Plastic. When it comes to cutting boards, the options seem endless. Does a home cook need a bevy of cutting boards? Will just one suffice? (Short answer: Food safety ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. A chopping board may seem like a thoughtless extra, but choose ...