Custom White Oak Countertops & Butcher Blocks
Custom White Oak countertops and butcher blocks offer a natural, durable surface that adds warmth and timeless appeal to any kitchen or workspace. Known for its strength and distinctive grain, White Oak brings both beauty and function to everyday use. Whether you’re looking for a smooth countertop or a heavy-duty butcher block, each piece is built to handle daily wear while enhancing the overall design of your space.
We fabricate each countertop in-house, using premium-grade White Oak and precise joinery to ensure long-lasting performance. Options include edge profiles, finishes, and integrated features tailored to your layout and preferences. The result is a custom surface that’s both practical and visually striking, made to elevate the look and feel of your home or commercial kitchen.
Red vs White Oak Countertop
When choosing between red oak and white oak for your countertop, it’s important to understand the visual and functional differences. Both are durable hardwoods with strong character, but each suits different design goals.
White oak features a light brown to beige colour with a smooth, closed grain. It has a clean and elegant appearance that works well in modern and minimalist designs. Its natural resistance to moisture makes it a reliable option for kitchens and high-traffic areas. Because of its refined look and premium quality, we often suggest keeping the wood in its natural state with just a protective finish to showcase its true character.
Red oak comes with a pinkish hue and a more open, visible grain pattern. It’s a more affordable option and is widely appreciated for its ability to absorb stains, making it a flexible choice for those who want to customize the colour. While slightly less moisture-resistant than white oak, it still provides excellent durability and strength, making it a practical and stylish option for a range of interior styles.
White oak countertop fabrication and installation process
Initial Consultation: We start with a one-on-one in-person or virtual consultation to understand the purpose, design goals, and functional needs of your custom oak countertop project. If you already have drawings, you’re welcome to share them with us in advance. Based on your scope, we’ll provide a rough budget estimate and timeline.
Project Management: Every project is managed by a dedicated project manager who oversees coordination between our design, fabrication, and installation teams. You’ll receive regular updates through our personalized client portal, with each key decision reviewed and confirmed along the way.
Design Support and Shop Drawings: Our in-house design and engineering team works closely with architects, designers, contractors, and property owners to turn concepts into precise plans. Once approved, we develop detailed shop drawings to ensure your custom oak countertop integrates perfectly with your space.
In-House Fabrication: All custom oak countertops are fabricated in-house at our fully equipped millwork shop in Toronto. By combining advanced CNC machinery with skilled craftsmanship, we maintain strict quality control over cuts, joints, and finishes.
General Contracting: If your custom oak countertop is part of a broader renovation, our in-house contractors handle all related construction work, including structural framing, wall prep, drywall, and additional millwork, so everything fits cleanly and seamlessly into place.
Installation and Quality Assurance: Our installation team follows the approved drawings to ensure precise fit and function. After installation, we conduct a final inspection to confirm the project meets your expectations and 1BENMU quality standards.
Do you install oak countertops in Toronto?
We offer in-house kitchen design, fabrication, and installation services in Toronto and the GTA. Our skilled kitchen renovation contractors are experts in creating functional and stylish kitchens that meet each homeowner’s unique needs. From modern upgrades to classic redesigns, we ensure every detail is handled with precision. Our service areas include but are not limited to:
Toronto & GTA
- Ajax
- Aurora
- Brampton
- Bridle Path
- Casa Loma
- Don Mills
- East York
- Etobicoke
- Forest Hill
- Golden Mile
- Hoggs Hollow
- Kingsway South
- Lawrence Park South
- Leaside
- Lytton Park
- Markham
- Milton
- Mississauga
- Newmarket
- North York
- Nortown
- Oakville
- Oshawa
- Pickering
- Richmond Hill
- Rosedale
- Scarborough
- St. Andrew-Windfields
- Stouffville
- Summerhill
- The Beaches
- Thornhill
- Vaughan
- Willowdale
- Yonge-Eglinton
- Yonge-St. Clair
- York Mills
- Yorkville
Outside the Greater Toronto Area (depending on the project)
- Acton
- Alliston
- Angus
- Barrie
- Bolton
- Bradford
- Burlington
- Caledon
- East Gwillimbury
- Georgetown
- Georgina
- Guelph
- Hamilton
- Innisfil
- King City
- Kitchener
- London
- New Tecumseth
- Nobleton
- Orangeville
- Schomberg
- Uxbridge
- Waterloo
- West Gwillimbury
