Of all the food-safe options for finishing wood, butcher block finish is Maxwell’s favourite. It provides lots of protection, lasts a long time, and seals against stains. (Credit: Photo Steve Maxwell) ...

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Q What’s the best finish to ...

Q What’s the best finish to apply to the wooden spoons I carve? I’d like something that protects the wood from stains, but is also food-safe. A I’ve used several options for projects like this, but my ...

Vlog 004 In Vlog 004, we’re taking big steps in transforming the space—on a serious budget. From installing beautiful butcher ...

The Butcher’s Block in Aspen hosted its yearly community celebration on sunny Friday, Oct. 17, from about 11 a.m. to 2 p.m outside of its deli location with extra tables and chairs spilling onto the ...

Note the location, color, and texture of the stain to figure out what it could be from. Water, grease, and tannin stains will all require different cleaning methods, as will different countertop ...

The Butcher Block and The Diva Sisters Holiday Shop at 2100 Washington Blvd., Belpre, joined with Belpre Area Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting on Sept. 25. The Butcher Block sells deli meats ...

With The Block auctions just a few days away and the potential to win a life-changing sum of money on the line, the contestants are making their last-ditch efforts to whip up excitement. From a baby ...