Cost of Butcher-Block Countertops While maple countertops can be less than half the cost of natural stone, higher-quality custom butcher block can be as expensive as granite.

Weighing in at nearly 30 pounds, the flag-printed block measures 30- by 20- by 2.25-inches, has a juice groove (perfect for settling meats), and costs a whopping $335 from RoseWood Block Co.

Redditor ksmithbaylor built this gorgeous butcher block and steel pipe workstation, and we love it. Sure, it’s spacious and clean, but hats off to the DIY spirit, and for making it all work ...