New Counter Tops

 

These were my butcher block countertops.  I love butcher block countertops and have had them in my last two homes.

It is hard to see but for whatever reason these butcher block countertops are drying out more than normal in this condo.  Normally I would oil them about every 2 to 3 months.  Since we moved in and installed these I have had to do them about every two weeks.  They were drying out and staining and leaving water marks etc.

I would have to take everything off the counters and oil them down and let it sit overnight.  Then wipe off any oil that did not get absorbed into the wood.  This was becoming high maintenance to have to do this every couple of weeks.

This piece over between my washer and dryer and stove had to be installed in a funky way opposite the other counters because of the size of the cabinet.  That to me always seemed off.

My daughter took these butcher block pieces and her hubby is going to make her a nice large cutting board top for her island.

I always liked the look of marble but it is way too expensive.   
I found a faux marble countertop in stock at Menards. 
After measuring Terry figured out what pieces we would need. 
Cost about $300 for the pieces. 
I think you will be surprised at the look I got for $300.

I think the new counters make the kitchen look brighter.

It is a faux marble look.

This is the other corner in the kitchen.  Added a couple of more storage cabinets.  Debating on whether to change the top of this to the faux marble.  I like the white barnwood for now.

I added the little counter top lamps to bring in light at night.

My next little project is to find some cute fabric,  fabric flowers or lace to make these plain shades look a little cuter.  On the hunt for something to bring some bling to them.  I hung a cast iron bird feeder near the sink for a soap dish too.

Have a great Friday and Happy Weekend.
xoxo
Kris