How to Fix a Burn Mark in a Butcher Block Counter

Butcher blocks give you a serious work surface in your kitchen for cutting and chopping meats and vegetables. While over time they can accumulate a load of scars from such food preparation activities, the scratches and nicks are nothing in comparison to an unsightly burn mark on the butcher block. A burn mark turns your butcher block from a professional work surface to an eyesore overnight. However, you don't have to live with such a blemish.

80-grit sandpaper
220-grit sandpaper
Electric sander
Tack cloth
Bucket
Bleach
3 sponges
White vinegar
Dish detergent
360-grit sandpaper
Mineral oil
Foam brush

Instructions

- 1
  Attach a piece of 80-grit sandpaper to the bottom of an electric sander. Run the sander around the surface area of the butcher block, concentrating it in the area where the burn mark is. Repeat with 220-grit sandpaper.
- 2
  Rub the surface with a tack cloth to wipe up all the dust from sanding. Pour equal parts bleach and water into a bucket. Dip a sponge in the mixture and wipe down the butcher block.
- 3
  Soak a rag in white vinegar and wipe down the butcher block. Then add a dot of dish detergent to a clean, damp sponge and wipe down the surface of the butcher block.
- 4
  Attach a piece of 360-grit sandpaper to your electric sander and rub it around the surface area of the butcher block. Dip a clean foam brush in mineral oil and apply a light coat to the top of the butcher block.

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