How to Make Epoxy Cutting Board | Step-by-Step Guide | #woodworking #resin

Published 2023-10-29
Would I be a real YouTube Woodworker if I did make a video on how to build an EPOXY CUTTING BOARD? Maybe, but this project was too fun not to share.

In this video, I walk you through the entire process of creating a beautiful epoxy serving board. I will also give you tips on preparing lumber for the epoxy pour, how to design the boards, and how to get bubbles out of your epoxy pour.

I would also like to thank Crafted Elements and Total Boat for making this video possible. See the links below for the mold and epoxy that I used in this video.

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Crafted Elements Mold: craftedelements.com/products/18x12x1-5-silicone-mo…

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TotalBoat 1" Pour Epoxy: www.totalboat.com/products/thickset-deep-pour-clea…
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All Comments (21)
  • @jackiewalsh7032
    Great video. I have been slowly adding woodworking equipment into my stash. I had an epiphany the other day that made me change my mind. I am 787 months, 23,940 days, 574,600 hours, 34.48 million minutes, 2.069 billion seconds old, that‘s an eye opener (I thought I wood 😉 throw that in to test your math skills) With all that said I am too old to invest that much money into a short lived hobby. Not only that it probably isn’t worth the risk of cutting off fingers when my body is already showing signs of wear and tear. I will live vicariously through you and other amazingly talented artists enjoying your work. BTW Alexa did the math for me.
  • @ITtutorjack
    I really like this video! Thank you so much for making it. This video is a lot more clear than other videos I've watched -- other videos don't talk nearly as much about the specific products and tools they use. Your video makes me believe I can make one myself, and there were so many helpful tips and tricks I learned from this video. Not only that, but I really admire your contagious enjoyment for the work you do. I'll definitely refer back to this video.
  • Love to see a video on types of timber , burls etc . This was a great video . I don't have all those fancy tools but have the basics . Would i still get a good result
  • @damonyeary
    The cutting board looks fantastic. Thank you for the video! I may try on of these soon
  • @TotalBoat
    This turned out awesome! Beautiful work!
  • @andrewlloyd4702
    Hi Ben, can you please give me the name of the butchers block oil you used, I've recently started fractal burning, I'm looking for a reasonably priced mould so I can start to make boards like the one in your video, as I already cast in resin, i must compliment you on the video and your presentation, so relaxing to watch, I'm in Wales in the United Kingdom, best wishes to you and your family. Keep up the great work. Andrew
  • @mlbuxbaum
    i just bought that exact Crafted Elements mold to do exactly what you are showing. Great video. Very informative
  • @inspectr1949
    Many say on this subject that one should seal the joining edges of the wood 1st before pouring in the epoxy so as not to continually introduce additional bubbles.
  • New sub here. Good job. I am a huge Crafted Elements fan and our shop has over 30 different molds that we use. On my river projects, I like to apply a single coat of epoxy to the inside live edge walls to help cut down on bubbles and it helps with adhesion. (I had a few pop apart in my very first smalls pours years ago). Your board came out just fine. Thanks. Kenny - Tampa
  • Besides cleaning off any excess bark etc did you happen to seal the timber first with epoxy before your live edge pour? I’m new to this and keen to give it a crack but I have mixed feelings as I’ve heard others say you must seal and yeh
  • @andrewlloyd4702
    I've found the brand of butcher's block oil, my question is, did you resin it after the butcher's block? Thanks Andrew.
  • Great informative video! Been looking at that same mold from Crafted Elements; after your video, about to purchase one. What specific pigment color did you use in this video?
  • @hunt131313
    If I want to add things to the pour such as spent rounds or small toys or coins. To I let the first pour cure completely or what’s the best way to do this? Thanks