These butcher block countertops are made in the USA by John Boos & Co. They feature American Cherry, known for its pink to reddish-brown hues, plus streaks of pale yellow. Cherry wood starts out a bit pale, but darkens over time. End-grain butcher blocks are constructed by thermo-bonding together short strips of wood standing on their ends and arranged in a grid pattern. The result is a block surface that resembles a checkerboard and displays a variety of colors and grain patterns. These particular counter tops are 4 inches thick, 38 inches wide, 60 inches long, and finished with food-safe natural oil, making them suitable for cutting upon. Their fibrous surfaces are resilient, so able to absorb blows from sharp blades without prematurely dulling knives. CHERRY BB ISLAND TOP 60X38X4 CRM