These butcher block countertops are made in the USA by John Boos & Co. Red Oak is a pale, reddish brown, coarse-grained wood. It tends to be darker than Maple and lighter than Walnut. Blended-style butcher blocks are constructed using wood pieces of varying length to create the interior rails of the block, whereas the outermost rails feature wood strips that run the full length of the block. The result is a pleasing array of creams and light-to-medium browns – suitable for almost any kitchen. These particular counter tops are 1-1/2 inches thick, 30 inches wide, 121 inches long, and finished with Varnique – a semi-gloss, varnish-like finish that requires little maintenance, but that should not be directly cut upon. OAK BLENDED KCT 121X30X1-1/2 VAR