We have 24 years experience and specialize in tile installation, tile repairs, basement finishing/remodeling, kitchen remodeling, cement work, painting, skim coating, brick pointing, drywall and more! We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Jeremiah was great! He completed a remodel of our basement bathroom within the estimated timeframe and worked a few late evenings to ensure on-time completion."
Harry C on March 2025
We have 24 years experience and specialize in tile installation, tile repairs, basement finishing/remodeling, kitchen remodeling, cement work, painting, skim coating, brick pointing, drywall and more! We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Jeremiah was great! He completed a remodel of our basement bathroom within the estimated timeframe and worked a few late evenings to ensure on-time completion."
Harry C on March 2025
We specialize in residential and commercial interior and exterior remodeling and renovation projects. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Provides excellent service. Their team is professional, efficient, and delivers high-quality work on time and within budget. Communication is great, and they handle everything smoothly. Highly recommend!"
RAKESH M on February 2025
We specialize in residential and commercial interior and exterior remodeling and renovation projects. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Provides excellent service. Their team is professional, efficient, and delivers high-quality work on time and within budget. Communication is great, and they handle everything smoothly. Highly recommend!"
RAKESH M on February 2025
NYKB - New York Kitchen and Bath is a leader in the design and renovation industry, serving Manhattan and The Tri-State area. In addition to top kitchen brands like Bauformat, Ultracraft, and Showplace, NYKB offers a complete line of custom-built cabinets with an impressive variety of laminates and high-end finishes. We carry leading name European and American products so your countertops, tiles and kitchen cabinets will consist of the top quality and styles. Bathroom designs are draped with elegant fixtures from world-class suppliers such as Porcher, Dornbracht, Hansgrohe and more. Bathroom Vanities and dream spas are embellished with premium granite or brilliant quartz tops. Interior spaces are designed to fit the needs of the client and reflect unique individual style. And since we care, NYKB cabinetry adheres to green design standards providing both you and the environment the highest standards in bathroom and kitchen design and construction.
"Outstanding Service Beyond Expectations NYKB’s customer care is nothing short of exceptional. Long after our gorgeous kitchen was installed—and even though it was technically out of warranty—the team went above and beyond when a handle came loose on our dishwasher panel during the installation of a new appliance. Their response was swift, professional, and incredibly thoughtful. This experience is a testament to NYKB’s commitment to quality, attention to detail, and unmatched follow-up service. No matter how small the task, they treat it with the same care and precision as a major project. A truly top-tier company from start to finish—and beyond!"
Paula F on May 2025
NYKB - New York Kitchen and Bath is a leader in the design and renovation industry, serving Manhattan and The Tri-State area. In addition to top kitchen brands like Bauformat, Ultracraft, and Showplace, NYKB offers a complete line of custom-built cabinets with an impressive variety of laminates and high-end finishes. We carry leading name European and American products so your countertops, tiles and kitchen cabinets will consist of the top quality and styles. Bathroom designs are draped with elegant fixtures from world-class suppliers such as Porcher, Dornbracht, Hansgrohe and more. Bathroom Vanities and dream spas are embellished with premium granite or brilliant quartz tops. Interior spaces are designed to fit the needs of the client and reflect unique individual style. And since we care, NYKB cabinetry adheres to green design standards providing both you and the environment the highest standards in bathroom and kitchen design and construction.
"Outstanding Service Beyond Expectations NYKB’s customer care is nothing short of exceptional. Long after our gorgeous kitchen was installed—and even though it was technically out of warranty—the team went above and beyond when a handle came loose on our dishwasher panel during the installation of a new appliance. Their response was swift, professional, and incredibly thoughtful. This experience is a testament to NYKB’s commitment to quality, attention to detail, and unmatched follow-up service. No matter how small the task, they treat it with the same care and precision as a major project. A truly top-tier company from start to finish—and beyond!"
Paula F on May 2025
We are currently offering all Angi members $700 off roof replacements && $1000 off remodeling projects - call us today for a free estimate! We specialize in roofing, general remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, masonry, drywall, interior and exterior painting. If you want it done, we can take care of it! Our reviews say it all, check them out and let us know if you have any questions! We are registered with the NYC Buildings Department as a General Construction company, fully insured and licensed #2059061-DCA, Lead Based Renovation Certified, and registered with the Big Apple Occupational Safety Training.
"This review has changed from the first (A) and second (F) reviews that I wrote, the first before the work was finished (see below), the second after I had problems with the waterproofing portion of the work done, and the third after speaking with the contractor MD Yamin, who blamed the problem of the waterproofing fail on my neighbor’s faulty porch, and who REPEATEDLY phoned and texted me, as well as spoke to me in person, to change the review. I understand that the contractor does not want a bad review on Angie’s List because it could affect the company’s rating and he thinks that that will affect people hiring them in the future. What he doesn’t consider is how my life has been affected by his lack of communication about my problem. I have now LOST OVER $4,000 of my limited resources for WORK THAT DID NOT SOLVE MY PROBLEM. Had MD Yamin communicated all of the possibilities of the source of the leak, which he believes to come from my neighbor’s house, before he did the work, I would have sought to work with the neighbor to get this problem fixed together so that the problem would have been solved permanently. Instead, he contracted with me to do the work without saying anything about that, collected $6,950 for the total job, and went on his way. I am left with a STILL LEAKING BASEMENT and roughly $4,000 less in the bank, the portion I paid for waterproofing. I give the rating of A for the other work that was done on my house, but I stand by my F for the waterproofing work, due to lack of communication about all the possible sources of the leak which should have been communicated to me before the contract was signed to do the work, and which led to where I am now. F also for PRESSURING ME to write a review before the work was completed, telling me that there was a deadline for writing it, which I subsequently found out from an Angie’s List representative was NOT TRUE."
Bonnie B on March 2020
We are currently offering all Angi members $700 off roof replacements && $1000 off remodeling projects - call us today for a free estimate! We specialize in roofing, general remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, masonry, drywall, interior and exterior painting. If you want it done, we can take care of it! Our reviews say it all, check them out and let us know if you have any questions! We are registered with the NYC Buildings Department as a General Construction company, fully insured and licensed #2059061-DCA, Lead Based Renovation Certified, and registered with the Big Apple Occupational Safety Training.
"This review has changed from the first (A) and second (F) reviews that I wrote, the first before the work was finished (see below), the second after I had problems with the waterproofing portion of the work done, and the third after speaking with the contractor MD Yamin, who blamed the problem of the waterproofing fail on my neighbor’s faulty porch, and who REPEATEDLY phoned and texted me, as well as spoke to me in person, to change the review. I understand that the contractor does not want a bad review on Angie’s List because it could affect the company’s rating and he thinks that that will affect people hiring them in the future. What he doesn’t consider is how my life has been affected by his lack of communication about my problem. I have now LOST OVER $4,000 of my limited resources for WORK THAT DID NOT SOLVE MY PROBLEM. Had MD Yamin communicated all of the possibilities of the source of the leak, which he believes to come from my neighbor’s house, before he did the work, I would have sought to work with the neighbor to get this problem fixed together so that the problem would have been solved permanently. Instead, he contracted with me to do the work without saying anything about that, collected $6,950 for the total job, and went on his way. I am left with a STILL LEAKING BASEMENT and roughly $4,000 less in the bank, the portion I paid for waterproofing. I give the rating of A for the other work that was done on my house, but I stand by my F for the waterproofing work, due to lack of communication about all the possible sources of the leak which should have been communicated to me before the contract was signed to do the work, and which led to where I am now. F also for PRESSURING ME to write a review before the work was completed, telling me that there was a deadline for writing it, which I subsequently found out from an Angie’s List representative was NOT TRUE."
Bonnie B on March 2020
We specialize in complete renovation kitchen-bathrooms-painting- basement renovation-flooring-windows - dormers - extension- excavation and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Cutting Edge was professional and efficient. Their work is excellent and I am satisfied with the results."
Alexis B on July 2024
We specialize in complete renovation kitchen-bathrooms-painting- basement renovation-flooring-windows - dormers - extension- excavation and more. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Cutting Edge was professional and efficient. Their work is excellent and I am satisfied with the results."
Alexis B on July 2024
K. Radday and team have proudly served Brooklyn and Long Island homeowners for over 20yrs. We take a lot of pride in our work and exceeding your expectations. We provide solutions for a variety of home improvement projects. Let us help you with your next project. Contact us for a free quote today!
"Kevin is thoughtful, responsive, cooperative and brought a high level of craftsmanship to our bathroom renovation at a reasonable cost. He was great with both the bigger vision and the fine details. Renovation in a NY co-op apartment is a challenge, but Kevin made the process as smooth as possible and we are very happy with the results. Looking forward to working with him again on more home improvements!"
Marjorie V on April 2024
K. Radday and team have proudly served Brooklyn and Long Island homeowners for over 20yrs. We take a lot of pride in our work and exceeding your expectations. We provide solutions for a variety of home improvement projects. Let us help you with your next project. Contact us for a free quote today!
"Kevin is thoughtful, responsive, cooperative and brought a high level of craftsmanship to our bathroom renovation at a reasonable cost. He was great with both the bigger vision and the fine details. Renovation in a NY co-op apartment is a challenge, but Kevin made the process as smooth as possible and we are very happy with the results. Looking forward to working with him again on more home improvements!"
Marjorie V on April 2024
We specialize in home restoration and new builds. We can completely rehaul your home, whether it's your bathroom, living room, or even your kitchen. We service both NY and NJ. In the state of NJ, we can also service commercial work on top of residential. Check us out on our Instagram @tacarpentry.home to see some of our work or visit our website www.tacarpentry.com !
"Wonderfully, great experience, great crew, fair price. Happy with the work."
Gage B on August 2024
We specialize in home restoration and new builds. We can completely rehaul your home, whether it's your bathroom, living room, or even your kitchen. We service both NY and NJ. In the state of NJ, we can also service commercial work on top of residential. Check us out on our Instagram @tacarpentry.home to see some of our work or visit our website www.tacarpentry.com !
"Wonderfully, great experience, great crew, fair price. Happy with the work."
Gage B on August 2024
With over 9 years of handyman work experience. - Handymen - Remodeling Kitchens - Bathrooms - Flooring - Pressure Washing - and much more. licensed,Bonded and insured!!
"Perfect. No other words needed. On time. Polite. Professional. Worked like dogs all day. Knew exactly what they were getting themselves and how to get it done. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."
Mark M on June 2025
With over 9 years of handyman work experience. - Handymen - Remodeling Kitchens - Bathrooms - Flooring - Pressure Washing - and much more. licensed,Bonded and insured!!
"Perfect. No other words needed. On time. Polite. Professional. Worked like dogs all day. Knew exactly what they were getting themselves and how to get it done. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."
Mark M on June 2025
Wagner Construction is family owned and operated business that has been servicing the Long Island Community for over 35 years strong. We offer nothing but the best in quality and services for all of our customers and employees. We strive to be the best in the industry and our happy and well serviced customers seem to reinforce our business model. Thank you to all our existing customers and to our potential new ones, we hope to see you soon as well.
"Well. The roofers were very neat, quick, and efficient. They assisted in clearing the roof of plant containers and other items. Everything was left in tidy order."
Louise m on May 2024
Wagner Construction is family owned and operated business that has been servicing the Long Island Community for over 35 years strong. We offer nothing but the best in quality and services for all of our customers and employees. We strive to be the best in the industry and our happy and well serviced customers seem to reinforce our business model. Thank you to all our existing customers and to our potential new ones, we hope to see you soon as well.
"Well. The roofers were very neat, quick, and efficient. They assisted in clearing the roof of plant containers and other items. Everything was left in tidy order."
Louise m on May 2024
Hi, This is Proper Contracting, we serve in New York. We do Exterior and Interior work. We provide the service Interior Renovation, Bath, Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling, tile work, masonry work, stucco, brick work, rick tuckpointing, waterproofing, roofing. power wash, windows replaced, electric and plumbing work, drywall installation and repair, painting, flooring,. Honesty , Responsibility and Quality is our policy. We also provide waterproofing and roofing
"I recently hired Proper Contracting NY to work on several exterior snd interior improvements to my property including fence painting, elevator and stairway updates and door replacement. I am beyond satisfied with the results. From the beginning, Mr, Hoq and his team were incredibly reliable, professional and easy to communicate with. Every part of the job was completed with attention to detail and excellent craftsmanship. One of the things I appreciated most was Mr. Hoq’s honesty and fairness in pricing. He charge’s accordingly-very reasonable and affordable especially considering the high standard of work delivered. It’s clear that he and his team takes pride in what they do and values his clients’ satisfaction. I highly recommend Proper contracting NY to anyone looking for quality work. Reliability and fair pricing. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again for future projects! KUDOS to the company!"
Evelyn T on April 2025
Hi, This is Proper Contracting, we serve in New York. We do Exterior and Interior work. We provide the service Interior Renovation, Bath, Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling, tile work, masonry work, stucco, brick work, rick tuckpointing, waterproofing, roofing. power wash, windows replaced, electric and plumbing work, drywall installation and repair, painting, flooring,. Honesty , Responsibility and Quality is our policy. We also provide waterproofing and roofing
"I recently hired Proper Contracting NY to work on several exterior snd interior improvements to my property including fence painting, elevator and stairway updates and door replacement. I am beyond satisfied with the results. From the beginning, Mr, Hoq and his team were incredibly reliable, professional and easy to communicate with. Every part of the job was completed with attention to detail and excellent craftsmanship. One of the things I appreciated most was Mr. Hoq’s honesty and fairness in pricing. He charge’s accordingly-very reasonable and affordable especially considering the high standard of work delivered. It’s clear that he and his team takes pride in what they do and values his clients’ satisfaction. I highly recommend Proper contracting NY to anyone looking for quality work. Reliability and fair pricing. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again for future projects! KUDOS to the company!"
Evelyn T on April 2025
Regular care helps keep the wood looking good and prevents it from absorbing stains from food. Lacquered or epoxy bar top sealed countertops only require regular cleaning. For stained counters, you’ll want to stain again every three to five years.
Oil unfinished butcher block (and any wood) regularly at least once a month for the first year and then at least twice yearly after that. You can use these oils:
Food-grade mineral oil
Pure tung oil
Raw linseed oil
Walnut or almond oil
Coconut oil
Butcher block countertops do require regular upkeep to maintain their beauty and longevity, but with consistent care, they can last for decades. You'll need to clean them regularly with soap and water and apply a food-grade oil or polyurethane sealant once a month to protect against stains and damage. Occasional sanding and refinishing will help preserve a smooth, attractive surface throughout their lifespan, around 20 years.
You can buy butcher block countertops from large home improvement stores like Home Depot, Lowe's, and Menards. You can also find it at kitchen remodeling stores. You can find many online options from large sites and custom work from artisans. However, you’ll likely get the best price through your installer.
Yes, butcher block countertops can be kept sanitary with proper care. Regular cleaning with soap and water—or a mixture of vinegar and salt—helps eliminate bacteria. Applying a food-grade oil regularly preserves the surface, and sealing it with a bar top epoxy provides extra protection. With these practices, your butcher block countertop remains safe and hygienic for food preparation.
With proper maintenance, butcher block countertops can last around 20 years. This lifespan is similar to that of materials like granite and longer than the lifespan of laminate countertops. To keep them in good condition, you'll need to reseal them regularly—ideally once a month—and clean them routinely to prevent surface damage. If you notice deep scratches, stains, or dings, you can resurface them to restore their appearance.
Butcher block countertops cost less than quartz. The average butcher block countertop costs $3,750, while quartz countertops cost $4,500. This cost advantage is coupled with the natural warmth and unique appearance of wood, making butcher block a compelling choice for kitchen design when proper maintenance is applied to preserve its quality.