John Boos KCT9648-O 96 Inch Northern Hard Rock Maple Full Length Edge Grain Countertop with Penetrating Oil Finish

The John Boos KCT9648-O Kitchen Countertop is a commercial-grade food preparation surface designed for professional culinary environments. Measuring 96 inches in width, 48 inches in depth, and 1-3/4 inches thick, this countertop features full-length edge grain construction crafted from Northern Hard Rock Maple. Its penetrating oil finish enhances durability and resistance to food industry conditions, providing a stable and hygienic work surface for high-volume kitchens, bakeries, and restaurants. This model is engineered for precise food prep workflows, offering a robust platform for chopping, mixing, and assembly tasks with exact dimensional precision and long-lasting material integrity.

Top John Boos KCT9648-O Features

The John Boos KCT9648-O countertop offers a durable, food-safe Maple surface with full length edge grain construction, perfect for high-use commercial kitchens. Designed for ease of maintenance and sanitation, it facilitates efficient workflow integration and withstands rigorous daily prep operations. Its solid wood build ensures reliable performance in various culinary applications, while the penetrating oil finish simplifies cleaning and upkeep for food safety compliance.

• Full length edge grain construction: Ensures a durable, stable work surface resistant to wear
• Northern Hard Rock Maple material: Provides high durability and food-safe performance
• 1-3/4" thick construction: Offers structural stability for demanding food prep tasks
• Flat backsplash design: Facilitates easy cleanup and prevents debris accumulation
• Pre-finished with penetrating oil: Simplifies maintenance and enhances wood protection

Ideal for bulk food prep stations, bakery counters, and heavy-duty culinary environments requiring precise, hygienic, and resilient surfaces.

John Boos KCT9648-O Technical Specs

The John Boos KCT9648-O countertop features a robust construction with Northern Hard Rock Maple and full-length edge grain craftsmanship, offering a high-performance surface suitable for demanding commercial kitchens. The 1-3/4-inch thick build ensures durability under intensive use, with a flat backsplash for ease of cleaning. At 279 pounds, it provides stability critical for high-volume food preparation, with dimensions precisely 96 inches wide and 48 inches deep. No electrical or refrigeration components are integrated, making it a straightforward installation for countertop mounting. The food-safe oil finish enhances longevity and sanitation, while its natural maple surface resists moisture and surface damage.

• Dimensions: 96\"W x 48\"D x 1.75\"H, stable for large culinary stations
• Weight: 279 lbs, ensuring secure placement in busy kitchens
• Material: Northern Hard Rock Maple with a penetrating oil finish
• Construction: Full length edge grain for maximum durability
• Operating Range: Suitable for typical kitchen temperatures and moisture levels
• Finish Type: Food-safe penetrating oil for easy cleaning and maintenance

• Installation: Flat surface mounting, requires solid support and level clearance
• Maintenance: Regular cleaning with food-safe cleaners, oil reapplication if needed
• Compatibility: Suitable for heavy food prep and baking workflows
• Size & weight capacity: Supports extensive chopping and mixing tasks
• Material safety: Designed for direct food contact with easy sanitation

What is a commercial kitchen countertop?

A commercial kitchen countertop is a high-durability surface engineered for intensive food preparation and service environments. Typically fabricated from materials like maple, stainless steel, or solid surface composites, these surfaces provide a stable, hygienic platform for chopping, mixing, and assembling ingredients. The John Boos KCT9648-O countertop specifically offers a full-length edge grain maple surface, optimized for heavy-duty culinary tasks in professional kitchens such as restaurants, bakeries, and catering facilities, making it ideal for high-volume foodservice applications requiring precise, food-safe, and maintenance-friendly workspaces.

Top countertop solutions for high-volume foodservice environments

Designed for industrial culinary applications, the John Boos KCT9648-O countertop guarantees robust, hygienic workspaces ideal for bakery prep, large-scale meal assembly, and kitchen stations with moderate throughput. Crafted for durability, functionality, and easy maintenance, this model from John Boos supports intensive use in high-performance commercial foodservice kitchens, offering superior stability and surface integrity in demanding food prep settings.

• Operation Type — suitable for professional restaurant kitchens
• Kitchen Type — designed for large food prep facilities
• Foodservice Category — optimal for bakery and catering stations
• Workload Qualifier — supports moderate throughput culinary workflows
• Use Case — ideal for bulk ingredient processing and assembly

Why Choose John Boos KCT9648-O?

Why choose the John Boos KCT9648-O over similar commercial countertops? Its full-length edge grain maple construction delivers exceptional durability and a food-safe, easy-to-maintain surface that withstands high-volume use. Its substantial 1-3/4-inch thickness enhances stability during heavy prep tasks. Engineered for long-term performance, it significantly improves operational efficiency and sanitation compared to thinner or less robust options, making it a preferred choice for demanding culinary operations.

• Enhanced durability: Thick edge grain maple surface resists dents and scratches
• Superior stability: Built for demanding food prep workflows in busy kitchens
• Food-safe finish: Penetrating oil ensures easy cleaning and sanitation
• Large surface area: 96" wide for multi-station food processing
• Hygienic design: Flat backsplash simplifies cleaning and debris management