Question: is birch good for butcher block countertops?
Answer: Birch Wood Countertops, Bar Tops, and Butcher Block Countertops. Description: Birch wood works easily with machine and hand tools. It takes stain and polish very well, making Birch Wood Countertops a great addition for your kitchen or bathroom. Grain: Close-grained, mostly straight, but can be wavy or curly.