Build Your Own Wood Countertop

It s so much easier than you thought.

Build your own wood countertop.

Mark it where you want to cut and pay attention to the wood so you are cutting from the back side meaning the part you want facing down. I m back today to share another tutorial for the recently completed coastal farmhouse laundry. For a 1 1 2 thick countertop the wood screws should be long enough to go through the cabinet supports and into the counter at least 3 4. You can visit a hardware store and make it yourself.

How to make wood countertops. Wood countertops can add a classic finish to any type of kitchen décor. However you do not need to invest a large amount of money to create a beautiful look. Love the look of butcher block but not the price tag.

Next line up your blade just outside the mark so once it s cut you will have the correct size. Creating a countertop requires some basic home improvement skills such as accurate measuring sawing gluing and sanding. And it still looks brand new a year later. I m going to take you through the process i used of making this gorgeous looking maple counter and i started with rough sawn lumber.

The only screw that doesn t need to travel is the one placed closest to the wall. Be sure to fasten the counter in several spots. How to make a diy wood countertop and how i gave it a tiny bit of aging too. Apply wood glue lightly to one tongue at a time setting each into a corresponding groove until all the pieces have been used and your desired width is reached.

Create your very own diy wood countertop and even add a little faux aging if you like. Making a wooden countertop can really be a cool project and so practical no matter whether you need a counter for your kitchen bathroom dresser or maybe built in cabinet like i m doing. Build your own wood countertop. Start by measuring your wood.

Then diy your own.