Butcher Block Countertop - Walnut and Maple Long Grain

Butcher Block countertop made out of walnut and maple. Laid in long grain versus end grain. Friends had seen my other butcher block and cutting boards and wanted this custom wood counter on their kitchen island. Used my homemade CNC to surface and profile. Overall dimensions are 52" X 39" three inches thick.
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[@ryananthony4840]

Since I got a random orbital sander to complete all my other great sanders I actually enjoy sanding, it's very satisfying with the right tools.... just need to build a wide-belt sander

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

On small parts and projects sanding is very satisfying. These big monstrosities are tiring. I thought about building my own wide belt, but opted to buy. Thanks for watching.

[@Mainbusfail]

First time I have seen a wedge used as a riving knife - that is very clever.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Necessity is the mother of invention.

[@Mainbusfail]

@@OldGuyWoodworks ain't that the truth. I learn something new every day,. If I'm paying attention.

[@Jeff-rk8hq]

I honestly really appreciate this video man, thank you, hopefully after a few more videos like yours, and I’ll be ready to make an attempt, the maple and walnut were stunning, you should be proud to have made that, I would be so proud and I know from seeing you do it certainly inspired me to keep at it and forge ahead until I’m there. Thanks again

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I appreciate your kind words and thanks for watching.

[@chartmaster5440]

very nice butcher block well done

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@ashhiro8179]

Gotta love that sanding! Thanks for the great video! 👍😁

[@PebusGalacticus]

this is the epitome of old people on youtube content that I live for.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I hope that's good. Thanks for watching.

[@brandenjones716]

Thank you sir , first 30 seconds in and found gold, that tip with the wedge is just what i needed. Thank you much!!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad I could help. Thanks for watching.

[@DJChrisBeee]

Gorgeous piece! I like the staggered and random widths.

[@paul0631]

Wow, amazing machine you made!!!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching.

[@danieldoyle3625]

Thank you! Great tip with wedge.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Glad I could be of assistance! Thanks for watching.

[@user-hr1zl5pq3d]

정말 아름다운 테이블입니다. 잘 봤어요. 고마워요.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Hoon Kim 지켜봐 줘서 고마워. 친절한 의견에 감사드립니다.

[@MHow-qc3ns]

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! I knew butcher block tops were a lot of work but I had no idea HOW MUCH work they are. BRAVO this is just too beautiful!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the kind words. If only I had a wide belt sander it would go a lot faster and somewhat easier. Thanks for watching.

[@longfade]

To your credit, you actually make sanding look fun. Great stuff, I'm subscribed.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks. I tell everyone, sanding is a necessary evil. If you like sanding, check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zl6zp2t3YrF9bdE

[@owenmayes2128]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@heyimamaker]

Oh, that turned out really nice!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@markkelly5903]

Must be nice to have all this nice equipment!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Well, it doesn't hurt. Thanks for watching.

[@JackmanWorks]

Really interesting process. Thanks for sharing!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for watching.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

BTW I used inspiration from you on my resin map video. Thanks.

[@JackmanWorks]

@@OldGuyWoodworks too cool, I've got to watch that!

[@mariamartin4250]

Beautiful

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I appreciate that. hanks for watching.

[@lesliehopkins3353]

That's gorgeous!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thank you so much.

[@millatym04]

I’m over here sanding and varnishing my coffee table, feeling like a champ. Meanwhile, this guy’s building his own CNC... I actually love sanding. Lol Oh, I forgot to mention- brilliant counter top dude.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Sanding is an integral part of any quality woodworking project and should be fully embraced. Thanks for watching.

[@Modsnake98]

That is Awesome! Great work

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I appreciate it. Thanks for watching.

[@vierdoesit]

AMAZING, it's also cool how you built your own CNC

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the compliments and for watching.

[@shawnnelson8627]

Awesome craftsmanship. Making something similar from pallet wood. Combo of poplar, cherry, mahogany and maple.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Nice. I’ll be watching for the video.

[@HarlyGuy13]

Great build and video. I’m going to have to check out your channel.

[@timemachineeddie1146]

Excellent job.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@grumpywoodchucker]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@amdenis]

Excellent video, and event better project. Really well done. One thing, it amazes me how many woodworkers don’t wear a mask when sanding and such. I lost another woodworking friend to COPD and cancer. Three non-smoking woodworking friends under 60, who I never could get to wear a mask.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the input. As I get older I take the safety/health precautions much more serious than when I was in my youth.

[@amdenis]

@@OldGuyWoodworks I know exactly what you mean. Those years a few decades ago of sunbathing in oil, riding dirt bikes with no helmets and just generally living without any conception of my own mortality.

[@Facepaintventura]

Wow, thanks for sharing that and I'm so sorry for your loss. Im going to be more aware and buy a mask too.

[@stevestogdill7980]

B-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@ingridcaceres5131]

Hermoso, gracias por compartir su bello trabajo 🤗

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

De nada. Gracias por ver

[@grahamlarryklink6882]

Beautiful i love it from Cape Town South Africa

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Welcome! I'm glad you like it and thanks for watching.

[@keithmarlowe5569]

Loving your videos. Looking for one on making the clamp jig/rack. I am mid way through first big glue up for work bench top. Before I get to sand, there will be planing. Oh yes there will be planing. Key takeaways for those considering. 1) When using reclaimed lumber, be more meticulous about pieces you use. Little bows you can barely see will cause major hills and valleys. If you have several of these AND not all going same way, there will be much milling after the glue up. 2) I was considering using a flat and thick board to glue on (think melamine shelf board, but I have learned from this video to use vertical clamps.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the comments. Keep watching!

[@k.m.3286]

Oh so beautiful

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks.

[@Waitaminutesilly]

Beautiful.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Waitaminutesilly thank you

[@olbigdik]

Great video, that piece is BOSS, just BOSS I tell ya.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad you like it. Thanks for watching.

[@jesuspoem5270]

Great video

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jduece13]

Looks great! Hopefully on your next project you get to do more sanding. I don't think there was quite enough on this one.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

jduece13 I took care of that in my cutting board video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYDZlIinfdCdsLc

[@eduardofrias9484]

Great job beautiful

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for watching

[@edejamircosta]

Maravilhosa!.........com todo esse trabalho de polimento e lixamento, imagino se fizesse um end-grain........ficaria incrível não acha?...grande abraço.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

El posso tentar que algum dia. Essa e uma otima sugestao.

[@SuperTakoe]

Nice job！

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@tufankilinc636]

Great project!! Sanding is good for us old farts. Keeps the blood circulating. Thumbs up and subscribed!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Sanding is a necessary evil. Thanks for watching.

[@olgatorres4154]

Fantastic

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thank you so much 😀

[@samsiryani9023]

Just great work and a beautiful piece of art at the same time, oh but so much sanding and the worst is after your done you sand some more and finally you end it buy polishing it lol good one.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad you like sanding. Thanks for watching.

[@bradp2331]

Wow man...just wow!!! I'm just getting into woodworking, I hope one day I can make something even approaching that beautiful!!! By the way did you have to sand that at all?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Brad P I’m glad you noticed. Sanding is a fixation of mine. Thanks for watching.

[@luismujica7917]

Awesome!!!!!!!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks!!

[@thomaschandler4831]

Awesome brother 🏆🏆🏆

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thank you so much 😀

[@davefoster6156]

WOW. What a handsome top! The contrast between the walnut and maple really makes it pop. What kind of oil did you use for finishing? Tung oil? It turned out very nice! Great job.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

It's food grade mineral oil. We wanted to use something that food could be prepared on and not be bad for it. The owner oils it religiously a couple times a week. Thanks for watching.

[@danielcordova2939]

Excellent video. Really helpful. I have a question though: when do you get to sand it?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I sand often enough I guess. Was it noticeable?

[@parallelburrito]

Time to build a sanding attachment for your CNC. Your counter top is the difference between something that gets thrown away during a renovation 30 years from now and something that always finds a second life somewhere else. Well done.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the compliments. This beast isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

[@billyandrew]

I'd have dowelled or mortised the two pieces together, ensuring a stronger bond, which also prevents them lifting out of the clamps, under the pressure. Holes I fill with a glue and sawdust mixture. Overall, you did a fantastic job and it was relaxing, almost therapeutic, to watch! Thanks for uploading.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I have started using biscuits when I put two pieces together. Not necessarily for strength, but to keep the pieces level. I have also done the glue and sawdust trick, but was in a "let's try epoxy resin" mood. Thanks for watching.

[@homealonebuild3090]

I've done a lot with the glue/sawdust but really love the look of clear epoxy fills; the way it takes on the color of whatever it's filling.

[@homealonebuild3090]

@@OldGuyWoodworks After dropping a floor joist on my OSB subfloor (fist size hole) I filled it with an epoxy/sawdust mixture. Now that's my go to for large fills. Oh, I forgot, I started using Bondo. But, that clear epoxy is sweat on counter tops and butcher block

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@homealonebuild3090 it's so easy to grow fond of epoxy. Have you seen my map video? I use it quite a bit in the shop.

[@kolohelau1185]

Remarkable 🤙

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

[@jasonstumbo6357]

Great video, may I ask why you didn't raise the grain after using 80 Grit before going to 150 Grit?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I've only purposely raised the grain when fixing an indentation. The 80 is for removing lines, scratches and blemishes. I go to the finer grits to smooth the surface.

[@Facepaintventura]

Wow beautiful work!! This is exactly what I'm going to make for my friend just a smaller version.You just earned a new subscriber sir. By the way what kind of oil did you use?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for subscribing, glad to have you. I use a food grade mineral oil for the first couple coats. After the initial coats I use a mixture of oil and beeswax that I make. Periodically I will oil and follow up with the mixture that oils and seals at the same time.

[@Facepaintventura]

@@OldGuyWoodworks Sweet thank you so much.

[@christopherweikart132]

Great video. Does the plywood provide any strength / structural integrity or is it just for height for installation.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

There's a bit of support and stability for wood movement, but you are correct. It's more for height and installation. Thanks for watching.

[@jamescampbell8380]

Did you have any trouble with wood movement gluing the plywood to the butcher block?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Haven't seen any wood movement. Could have something to do with the tons of glue on it. Thanks for watching.

[@mpmacd]

Here’s a question that I hope you might be able to answer me. I know this would be a lot of work, I’m just curious if you think it will be stable. I want to do essentially what you did here, and make a table top that is made of 2x6 boards, 48”x66” however if that was 2x6 it would be stupid heavy. The reason I want to make a table like this is I love the butcher block look, but I want to hide a void space underneath and lift the table top off like a box covering. I’m just nervous about the bow I will get in the middle. So I was going to put plywood inside like you did as well, underneath being a board game table allowing my family to leave things set up. Also relying on the board game table to fill in any missing support. Maybe this is a stupid idea. I know there’s easier ways to build it, but I want to have this butcher block finish instead of an inlay leaf top

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Sounds like quite and undertaking. Thanks for watching.

[@scottmohrman7789]

How long do you wait for the glue to dry before taking the clamps off?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Overnight. I've done stuff where I will take them off after about four hours, but that's only if I'm not moving it around too much and need clamps. Thanks for watching.

[@dawnalisa77]

Excellent video, what kind of oil do you use for the butcher block?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

This build I used food grade mineral oil. I make my own mixture of beeswax, mineral and walnut oil frequently.

[@jameshammond8573]

Awesome job. Love the cnc. How did you make?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

It involved a lot of research. Once I decided on the size, motors and type of linear motion I wanted, I bought the parts and started production. I have a whole series on the build. Start here with the overview. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2imh5SAfbmMnq8

[@kcubs222]

nice job on the top and on your CNC Use a hand plane and it won't take a half a day to smooth it out. Game me a loy of ideas

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the tips!

[@jessicaward6952]

What brand/type of epoxy resin did you use to fill the voids?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I used West Systems. In the future I will use a quick set epoxy from Stonecoat or Jamestown Distributing. Thanks for watching.

[@tostacey1]

Wow!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I'm glad you like it. Thanks for watching.

[@zephyr1408]

Curious I am a contractor custom finish guy & I hv made those mostly for islands I built however I always use a water resistant glue. Look at Kings fine woodworking ; that guy has a science teaching background and also a cabinet builder at one time (commercial/residential) and he basically schooled me and taught me stuff I did not know just about glue? Using Tight bond 1 not 3 on that can eventually cause issues no matter how much glue u use and your clamping system? I used to think the same thing? Beautiful work & tons of cerebral skills to build your own CNC much respect! I hv no idea what the contracting laws in AZ are however as u know in CA u gotta hv one! Someday I will move outta here just to save millions on taxes! Anyway good luck! Oh and I am a retired guy from that other business that worked closely with you guys! Like I said much respect!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the feedback. We used to count on you guys back in the day. It's funny you bring up the glue issue. I stopped using Titebond II and only use Titebond III on all my glue ups, especially on my cutting boards. Where did you retire from?

[@zephyr1408]

Hey Buddy I retired after 30 yrs of service in 08 as a Sergeant from WSPD. My Son is just retiring on a med from LAPD after they found he developed a High Blood Pressure issue from an enlarged left Vent? All med stuff I am not familiar with. He did 14 yrs . My best friend was an LAPD Commander Big Bill Eaton! He passed away of Cancer right before I retired. Yes I am a bachelor and spend my days building and sure enjoy it! I could teach but I am done! I hv been doing cabinets which get some good money but I also do large custom tables! Like 8/4 oak with dove tail stretcher boards and bread board ends! I get 5g’s for them however the table I am on now the wood was $2200 so I don’t make a bunch? It varies from dimensional lumber to hard woods! Anyway keep going don’t let anyone tell u your to old!! I don’t get up high like you I used to but fell twice once got me a hernia operation & the last fall Sept 2019 shattered my foot in 6 places! I went right back to work in 6-8 weeks! Hey some of thee toughest guys I know R police & firemen! Heck the only guy I ever loaned my stick to on duty was a fireman:) He got kicked and asked if he could use it? He said pls? Gave it back when he was done?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@zephyr1408 I have found that big jobs don't pay as well.(margin wise). The little things move faster and don't take near as long. I have a couple cabinet jobs on the horizon and am not looking forward to them. I'd rather just play on my cnc, but some people don't consider that woodworking. I think machines were invented because guys got tired of working by hand and couldn't be as consistent as a machine (or as fast).

[@zephyr1408]

You know I did some bathroom remodels and other stuff ; I took a Cabinet job after my last remodel and 2 days into it she pulled out wanted me to drop her price (custom cabinets I make from Baltic Birch w/solid Birch FF ) I charge $350 a linear Ft and she had 33’ so I charged her $11,800. Once she did that I pulled the plug charged $700 for the demo and hv no done another Cabinet job since! So I am with you custom base, doors, fix cabinets & some big tables ! I just want to enjoy it! I don’t want to run myself into the ground! Plus I need to work on my house! Doesn’t every carpenter?? Great talking to you! Take care!

[@donaldamlaw1266]

Would it be easier to fill the voids with epoxy before putting on the CNC to flatten? Just saying, less Sanding.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

You could, but the resurfacing would probably expose more.

[@joemanflyer2001]

Would love to see how you made that gigantic CNC machine.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I have a series of videos on the cnc build. They were my first videos. Not the best quality. Check this one out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2imh5SAfbmMnq8

[@chadmayes7227]

Does gluing the plywood on bottom surface stop the expansion of the wood? I am working on creating similar island counter top with only Walnut and at the step of gluing on bottom plywood. If it doesn’t stop expansion, any concern of it bowing convex with the tension from glue at bottom? Btw, I really appreciate your instructional video!!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Maybe some. I haven't checked it since I delivered and installed. I have been thinking of building a similar dining table and putting it on a plywood base to alleviate expansion, but I was going to resaw the walnut to about a quarter inch thick. I can't imagine that it would bow enough to be that noticeable. I will check here soon and get back to you.

[@robintaylor-mockingeemill8223]

If wood looses or gains moisture it will move . You can't stop it . You have to let it move or it will behave very poorly .

[@chadmayes7227]

Robin Taylor - Mockingee Mill or anyone else? I know what you are saying, though, does the plywood glued to one side greater lead to an opportunity of cupping across the edge grain panel? I completed mine, same as video, and my 4x4ft counter top, edge grain on top is cupped perpendicularly to the boards about a half inch.

[@Pattington22]

@@OldGuyWoodworks just came across this video as I am getting ready to build a 4x9 island top. Wondering the reason for the two layers of plywood on the bottom - why add them?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@Pattington22 just to make it the thickness I needed for installation on the specific cabinet top. It couldn't over hang the cabinet.

[@selestereed8358]

I have a 93 inch long and 50-inch wide black walnut butcher block island top. It has a tung oil finish, I would like to put a conversion varnish on it or at least a shine. Is this possible? if so how.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Anything is possible. I would be careful putting anything over an oil. I would wipe it down with something like acetone a couple times, let it dry out and try the conversion varnish. Something like Rubio monocoat with a higher sheen over the oil finish might work as well. When it comes to projects like this I will ask my supplier what they recommend. Thanks for watching.

[@jedij585]

In watching this, it looks like you did not use a machine planer. Is the top still flat and true?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Hard to believe I don't have a planer. It did stay pretty flat, but I would be kidding myself to say it was completely true and flat. Nothing can be seen, but you can feel a couple dips with your hand in one or two places. Thanks for watching.

[@ConsistentImprovement]

Cool video. What oil did you use?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I just use a food grade mineral oil. I started making my own that has some bees wax in it and some walnut as well. Bees wax works well as a sealer.

[@meandnature6452]

well you can park your car on that lol. Nice job

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for watching.

[@acsakai]

am I crazy or does gluing/screwing the plywood to the top boards prohibit them from expanding and contracting with changes in humidity, and put the whole thing at risk for cracking?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

No. You aren't crazy, but we haven't seen any wood movement since it was finished. The owner does oil it often and it's in a pretty stable environment.

[@Sportingman101]

Very nice work, can i ask what finish oil you used on it?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

oregonsportsman now I used a good grade mineral oil. I also make a board cream from beeswax and oil to seal after the initial mineral oil coating.

[@joesgrillnchill223]

Hi , how did you make that machine? Thanks if you have a link to it

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I have a bunch of videos on the CNC build. They were my first videos and not quite as well edited (and a little boring sometimes). Lots of information though. Try this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2imh5SAfbmMnq8

[@miroslavjamrich271]

Perfect! What glue should I use, please?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I use Titebond III

[@Mattbowler34]

Won't the layers of plywood not allow it to expand and contract properly

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

To some degree I'm sure. It hasn't been a problem. The top has held up great to this date. The owner does oil it heavily and often.

[@christiangriffin1683]

Wait, did you sand it though?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Some. Took care of that problem though. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYDZlIinfdCdsLc

[@john90430]

Just curious, but did you get to sand?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

A lot of people ask me that same question. I guess it wasn't obvious enough. Thanks for watching.

[@jimviktorlangstrom7662]

Hey! Did you sand any of it 😂😂😂😂😂. Really nice work. Im yealous you have a cnc-table. Still, excellent product.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Just a bit. Thanks for watching.

[@bernardopolo5954]

What kind of oil did you use?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

It's a food grade mineral oil I bought on Amazon. I found the link: amzn.to/3cwVhCF. Thanks for watching.

[@KaliBlaz]

Great looking table top, but i have to ask this, how is it possible that you own a $10.000 CNC machine but you don’t have a skill saw? 🤔

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I have a skilsaw. I built the cnc my self and it didn't come close to $10,000. I built the cnc as a challenge from my son-in-law for just over $3,000. Thanks for watching.

[@mrriioo]

👍

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks.

[@thanhquangchau2241]

Cho tôi hỏi? Gỗ mà nâu là loại gỗ gì. Cảm ơn rất nhiều!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Walnut.

[@crobles13]

your commentary is hilarious...

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I try not to take myself too serious. Thanks for watching. PS Don't tell my wife, she says it only encourages me.

[@vishwanathnayak9653]

Nice piece. Share your CNC machine details.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

It is a completely homemade wood CNC. I have a complete video series on it. (The videos aren't that good because it was when I first started) I do have a video overview of it at kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2imh5SAfbmMnq8

[@madhumenon]

How much would something like this cost to get made?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

It would be around $1,000 without shipping. The shipping is expensive depending on where you are.

[@maluminse6013]

@@OldGuyWoodworks Does that include materials? I would have thought the labor alone would have been a grand.

[@timconnell4570]

You built a crc so why not build a wide tube sanding machine?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I thought about it for sure. I ended up buying the Powermatic 2244 eventually. Thanks for watching.

[@clubberlang7464]

Nice job my friend, how much would something like that cost?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for watching. I did this for a friend, so I only charged for material. If I did this for a customer it would be closer to $750.

[@mordok7987]

@@OldGuyWoodworks are you selling the furnitures you are making?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@mordok7987 Thanks for watching. I try to sell most everything I make. I made this countertop for a friend for the cost of the material.

[@bleber77]

Old Guy Woodworks beautiful top. It’s hard to fathom how $750 would touch that, even if materials were free. I would have guessed $1500 - $2k for a custom piece like that given how much labor was required and all of that nice 8/4 lumber.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@bleber77 You are not wrong. Material is every bit of $500. I don't think I charge enough for my time. Good thing I don't try and make a living doing this. Thanks for watching.

[@donaldmazier5044]

what kind oil for butcher block

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I use a good quality food safe mineral oil. A lot and often.

[@Mattbowler34]

Not trying to be negative at all I'm trying to learn all I can

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

No problem at all. We all learn from each other. Thanks for watching.

[@barbara34810]

Love It, Beautiful.. Can I order One? Roughly 59 X 30 I want to use it for my craft table top.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

If you are near me you could have this one. It is 52X39.

[@barbara34810]

Old Guy Woodworks where are you located?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@barbara34810 Arizona

[@barbara34810]

Old Guy Woodworks It’s so Beautiful I’ll take a road trip.. Plus i get to meet you. Win win..

[@barbara34810]

How much.

[@AP-ew9de]

smart move with the pencil.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks. I appreciate the compliment. And thanks for watching.

[@Mainbusfail]

And one more thing, Old Guy, lol --- Don't want to hear you gripe about not having a track saw when you have a CNC table as big as yours. Hahaahaha

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Valid point. I did get a track saw though.

[@Mainbusfail]

@@OldGuyWoodworks Yeah, I finally broke down and got me one as well. Did I understand someone's comment correctly? - did you build your CNC? if so, what was the ball park cost on that build if you don't mind me asking?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@Mainbusfail I did build it. It was around $3,200, but that was before supply issues.

[@BreakingSWTM]

Good thing you get to sand...

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

A necessary evil. Thanks for watching.

[@bomark2002]

Hey, hook us up with the plans of your CNC build?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

The plans are in my head. Check out my whole video series on my CNC build. They are my earlier videos and a little dry but pretty informative

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I am going to do a rebuild in the near future if you want to wait for that

[@franklehman6229]

At least you get to sand with a Dynabrade ROS!

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

That's a fact. Best orbital sander I've ever had. Thanks for watching.

[@franklehman6229]

​@@OldGuyWoodworks Thank you! I retired two years ago, was the chief engineer there for 25 years. Everyone at Dynabrade strives to build a great product and give top notch customer service.

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

@@franklehman6229 That's awesome.

[@edwardmcnamara2746]

You didn’t mention you sanded

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Must have slipped my mind. Thanks for watching.

[@mikemjm748]

Don’t forget to sand !

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks for the reminder.

[@JonathanMartinez-xs5ze]

That was just walnut and maple?? No other species?

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Plain old walnut and maple. Thanks for watching

[@FamilyChannelfun32]

Can i buy a piece like this off you man ? I love it

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Depends where you want it shipped it can be pricey to ship them any distance.

[@FamilyChannelfun32]

@@OldGuyWoodworks What state are you In. I am in Vermont

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Eric Knowles I am in Arizona. I’m guessing five to $600 to ship

[@FamilyChannelfun32]

@@OldGuyWoodworks It costs that just to ship it ? No way !

[@FamilyChannelfun32]

Figures other side of the Darn United States! Ugh you should look into maybe getting a partnership with the shipping company. And they give you a deal on shipping. Then you can sell on You tube to everyone and such. Just a thought! I know on ebay they sell smaller ones for 1-200 and free shipping so if you get a like business account its much cheaper to ship.

[@marquivaniasouzamelo8363]

Show

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

Thanks

[@MrMarkRoads]

no cut and flip for end grain? That is a sanding experience. I'm sure you know. lol

[@OldGuyWoodworks]

I don't know where people get the idea that I don't enjoy sanding. Thanks for watching.