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  • Beech Solid Wood Worktop, Beech colour swatch
Solid hardwoodShowing: 40mm solid beech

Solid hardwood

Beech Solid Wood Worktop

Pale, honey-cream beech made from full-length staves, with a fine, even grain and a light look. Pick 40mm or 30mm solid wood worktops in lengths from 2m to 4.1m, and add the matching upstand. Supplied unfinished, so oil every face before fitting.

Thickness and edge
Size

What's an upstand?

Upstand, 100mm highWorktop 100mm high 22mm thick Silicone bead 600mm deep worktop Wall

What it is

A 100mm-high strip in Beech, the same decor as your worktop. It sits along the back edge of the worktop, against the wall.

Why you need one

Walls are rarely straight, so there's nearly always a gap between worktop and wall. An upstand covers it, stops water and crumbs getting down the back, and gives a neat finished line. It's the simplest, cheapest way to finish a worktop.

Sizes

    Most kitchens need one length per wall run.

    Fitting

    Cut it to length with a fine-tooth saw and bond it to the wall with grab adhesive. Run a bead of clear or matching silicone along the bottom edge, and finish any exposed ends with an end cap.

    Upstand or splashback?

    Choose an upstand if you're tiling above the worktop, or want the cheapest neat finish. Choose a splashback behind the hob or sink, or if you want no tiles at all. Lots of kitchens use both.

    Read the full fitting guide

    What's a splashback?

    Splashbackupstand heightHob and oven 640mm high 10mm thick Worktop Wall

    What it is

    A full-height panel in Beech, the same decor as your worktop, fixed to the wall behind the hob or sink.

    Why choose one

    One continuous wipe-clean surface with no grout lines, so there's nothing to stain or scrub between tiles. It protects the wall from splashes and cooking grease, and makes the worktop and wall look like one piece.

    Sizes

      Behind a hob

      Check the minimum clearance to a laminate panel in your hob's installation manual. Gas hobs usually need more space, or a heat-resistant panel behind the burners.

      Fitting

      Cut it to size and bond it to a flat, sound wall with panel adhesive. Seal the bottom edge to the worktop with silicone.

      Upstand or splashback?

      Choose an upstand if you're tiling above the worktop, or want the cheapest neat finish. Choose a splashback behind the hob or sink, or if you want no tiles at all. Lots of kitchens use both.

      Read the full fitting guide

      What's an edging strip?

      BeforeCut end: barechipboard core AfterEdging strip,45mm wide, coversa cut end

      What it is

      A strip in Beech that covers the cut end of the worktop. It comes pre-glued, or is fixed with contact adhesive.

      When you need it

      Whenever a cut end is on show: at the end of a run, on a breakfast bar, or anywhere you've cut a length down.

      Sizes

        Fitting

        1. Glue Spread contact adhesive on the end and the strip, or warm a pre-glued strip.
        2. Press Press it on firmly from the middle outwards, with a block of wood.
        3. Trim and file Trim the overhang with a sharp blade, then file the edges down at a slight angle.
        Read the full fitting guide

        What are joining strips?

        Corner strip (L-shape)Straight stripSeen from above Aluminium strip38mm worktop: use the38mm stripWorktopWorktop

        What it is

        An aluminium strip that joins two worktop lengths without a router or jig. The web slips between the two ends and the cap covers the joint.

        Straight or corner

        Straight: joins two lengths in a line. Corner: makes an L-shaped join where two runs meet.

        Sizes

          Match the strip to your worktop's thickness: a 38mm strip for a 38mm worktop.

          The alternative

          A mason's mitre gives a seamless corner, but it needs a worktop jig and a router. See both options in our fitting guide.

          Read the full fitting guide

          What are end caps?

          BeforeAfterExposed endEnd capScrewed over therounded profile Left end capRight end capYou, facing the worktopWall

          What it is

          An aluminium cap that finishes the exposed end of a postformed worktop, following its rounded front edge.

          Left or right?

          Stand facing the worktop. If the exposed end is on your left, you need a left end cap; if it's on your right, a right end cap.

          Sizes

            Match the cap to your worktop's thickness.

            Fitting

            Hold the cap against the end, drill small pilot holes and screw it on. A thin bead of silicone behind it keeps water out of the end.

            Read the full fitting guide

            What's in the joint kit?

            3 connector boltsJoint sealant Seen from underneathBolts pull the joint tight;sealant keeps water out

            What's in it

            Three connector bolts and a tube of joint sealant: everything to hold one worktop joint together.

            What it's for

            The bolts sit in pockets cut underneath both worktops and pull the joint tight. The sealant goes on the joint faces first, so water can't get into the core.

            How many?

            One kit per worktop joint.

              Read the full fitting guide
              Total inc VAT £227.57

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              • Solid beech, 40mm or 30mm thick
              • Unfinished: oil all faces before fitting
              • Lengths of 2000, 3050 and 4100mm
              • 900mm-deep bar and 25mm-thick upstand
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              Description

              Pale, honey-cream beech made from full-length staves, with a fine, even grain and a light look. Pick 40mm or 30mm solid wood worktops in lengths from 2m to 4.1m, and add the matching upstand. Supplied unfinished, so oil every face before fitting.

              Delivery

              Delivered by our specialist worktop delivery partner, in full lengths, flat and protected. Delivery is free to every postcode we serve. Order by 4pm Monday to Friday for next working day delivery to most of England and Wales; orders placed after 4pm, at weekends or on bank holidays are dispatched the next working day, and some areas take 2 to 3 working days. Check your date below. We confirm your slot 24 hours before, and delivery is kerbside, so have a second person ready to carry it in.
              Returns

              Changed your mind? You have 14 days from delivery to return it unused, uncut and in its wrapping; we refund within 14 days of getting it back. Report any damage within 48 hours. Full returns policy.

              Care and cleaning

              Re-oil beech every few months, and more often near the sink. Wipe water up promptly and use a chopping board and a trivet. If a mark appears, sand it out lightly with the grain and re-oil.

              Which edge?

              • Postformed: the laminate wraps a soft, rounded front. Classic and hard-wearing.
              • Square edge: a sharp, modern line with a matching edge strip.
              • Compact: 12mm solid board, slim and waterproof.
              More on edges and thickness

              Fitting in four steps

              • Measure, then cut face down with a fine-tooth blade.
              • Lay it on the units and screw up through the brackets.
              • Seal the cut edges, then fit the upstand and end caps.
              Read the full fitting guide

              How to measure

              • Measure each wall run along the back, in millimetres.
              • Add about 50mm to every run so you can trim to a clean fit.
              • In an L-shape, let the longest run go into the corner.
              Full measuring guide

              Size guide

              • Worktops come 3000mm or 4100mm long and 600mm deep.
              • Breakfast bars are deeper: 665mm or 900mm, for islands and overhangs.
              • Buy a length that covers your run, then cut it to fit.
              Full sizes and heights guide

              Why you’ll love it

              • Pale beech with a tight, even grain

                Light honey-cream staves sit side by side in blocks, with only small shifts in tone from one to the next. It is the lightest of the timbers here.

              • Real timber you can restore

                Marks sand out and a fresh coat of oil brings the colour back. Treat it as a working surface that rewards regular care and plenty of use.

              • A bar, an upstand and two thicknesses

                A 3050 x 900 x 40mm breakfast bar and a 3050 x 100 x 25mm upstand match the top, while 30mm gives a slimmer edge.

              A bright timber for Scandi and country kitchens

              Beech lifts a room. It pairs with white, grey-blue or sage cabinets and with pale floors for a Scandinavian feel, and it sits happily in a traditional country kitchen with painted shaker doors. The light tone keeps small or north-facing rooms bright. Compared with the darker timbers, it shows a gentler grain, so it works as a backdrop and never competes with the cabinetry.

              See all solid wood worktops

              How to fit

              Fitting Beech

              Beech is unfinished, so preparation matters as much as fitting. Oil all six faces first, allow for movement with humidity, and plan 40mm or 30mm thickness against your units before you cut.

              What you’ll need

              Most homes have these already:

              • Pencil
              • Drill driver
              • Circular saw or jigsaw
              • Straight edge or spirit level

              Tap to add the brands fitters use to your order:

              Rather not do it yourself? Any local kitchen fitter can fit it, and our team is happy to help on 0330 000 0000.

              Sizes and prices

              Prices include VAT and free delivery. Beech is supplied in full 3m and 4.1m lengths, uncut.

              ProductSize (L x D x T)Price
              Worktop 2m · 40mm solid beech 2000 × 650 × 40mm £227.57
              Worktop 3.05m · 40mm solid beech 3050 × 650 × 40mm £347.04
              Worktop 4.1m · 40mm solid beech 4100 × 650 × 40mm £468.52
              Breakfast bar 900mm · 40mm solid beech 3050 × 900 × 40mm £468.52
              Worktop 3.05m · 30mm solid beech 3050 × 650 × 30mm £242.54
              Worktop 4.1m · 30mm solid beech 4100 × 650 × 30mm £327.96
              Matching upstand · 3.05m 3050 × 100 × 25mm £72.22

              Specification

              BrandSolid hardwood
              EdgeSolid wood
              Thickness40mm or 30mm
              Depth650mm; breakfast bars 900mm
              Lengths2000mm, 3050mm, 4100mm
              CoreSolid hardwood staves
              Matching upstand3050 x 100 x 25mm
              WarrantyManufacturer’s warranty

              Questions about Beech

              Can’t find your answer? Contact our worktop team.

              0330 000 0000Email us
              How pale is beech compared with oak?

              Beech is a lighter honey-cream with a finer, more even grain, while oak shows more contrast and darker lines. Beech suits bright rooms and pale cabinets particularly well.

              Which thickness should I choose?

              Choose 40mm for a substantial, classic edge, or 30mm for a lighter profile. Both are 650mm deep, but the 30mm version is offered in 3050mm and 4100mm lengths only.

              Does it arrive oiled?

              No, it is unfinished. Oil all six faces before fitting, including ends and the underside, then re-oil regularly once it is in use.

              Can I fit a sink into it?

              An inset sink suits solid wood. Seal the cut-out edges with several coats of oil, because exposed end grain takes up moisture.

              How big is the breakfast bar?

              It is 3050mm long, 900mm deep and 40mm thick, which is plenty for an island with several stools. It is made in the same solid beech.

              What happens to a worktop in a centrally heated home?

              Solid wood moves with humidity, so leave an expansion gap at walls and use slotted fixings. Done properly, the top can move without cracking or lifting.

              More solid wood looks

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