Making Incredible 3D End grain Cutting Board Tutorial

[@chrisgriggs1077]

I think this is one of the best tutorials on CBs that I have seen. I really appreciate the dimensions and details.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! Glad it was of help!

[@michaelament2627]

Where did you find the dimensions?

[@ksc826]

Beautiful board. Being able to visualize something like this in your mind and then transfer this vision to the wood is truly amazing.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@randallsmith7885]

I agree 100% I hope to get to that level.

[@leonardswanson7673]

Finally! I have a use for my weight plates.

[@ryanjaeger4173]

Amazing job Caleb! Make me one! I'm your Aunt Kirstin's friend!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! I'll be creating an Etsy shop in a few months if you want to check it out!

[@randallsmith7885]

This is a stunning cutting board with lots of important tips, techniques and warnings to make it accessible. I am a beginning wood worker, and have begun cutting my pieces out for this board. Wish me luck!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks so much, Hope it goes well!

[@davidblake9132]

How did your board turn out? I want to try making this board.

[@A1BASE]

Dude. This looks amazing. I'm blown away by the depth the illusion gives. I'm totally making one of these a a christmas gift. Thank you!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! Good luck, It will definitely make a really nice gift!

[@dawnbigwarfe6871]

Would you be able to share the final dimensions of your boards after planing them before glue ups? I want to try to make this board pattern

[@HeatMaine]

100%

[@jamesdefrange]

So good! My fav pattern I’ve seen on KZbin so far! Bravo!

[@andreww6738]

Yes you are correct... This board looks awesome! Very nice indeed, great job. Out of all the boards I have een, I think I like this one the best, the depth is phenomenal.😊 I've never made before ,but when I can get myself to that point in time, this is the baby. Andrew

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks you! Hope it goes well when you decide to give it a try!

[@Scritley]

After seeing your amazing video, I knew I had to make one of these beautiful cutting boards using your video as the plans. I just completed it and it turned out absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Thank you so much for taking the time to document the process in such detail. For those who are thinking about making one, go for it. Take it slow and watch this video several times BEFORE you start each step. If there is one tip above all else that I can give you, it would be to listen to Caleb concerning the final glue up and MAKE SURE it's perfectly flat and aligned as you apply the clamp pressure. I put parchment paper on a glass table top that was perfectly flat and it came out great with minimal sanding. Good luck!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks so much! I'm really glad I was able to be of help and that you came out with a great result!

[@B348111S]

GREAT INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO!! For those of you with a wider planer you can save glue time by attaching all 1/4" Maple strips, as mentioned, all at once to save a day of glue time.

[@dougsaglio2095]

I just finished this project and it turned out beautifully. I love it. I did have a hiccup along the way though. After glueing down the sheets of the thin 3/8 inch maple onto the walnut side and clamping and weighing down the center, after drying the entire piece warped up in the center even with the weights. But I pressed on to the next step and cut the board into 1 1/2 inch strips. I then before the final glue up clamped all of the strips into place the best I could and applied steam from a fabric steamer all around the wood for about 30 minutes. I then let it dry completely and presto, all of the pieces straighten out perfectly and were then ready for the final glue up. I also had the good fortune of owning a CNC machine which allowed me to avoid the 3+ hour sanding effort and I had it perfectly level in about 30 minutes with the use of a 1/2 inch flat head router bit on the CNC. So if you have access to a CNC it will make the smoothing and leveling almost effortless. A quick water spraying and then sanding with my rotating sander and it was ready for the oil dip. I love the board. I was going to give it as a gift, but my wife does not want to part with it. I sense more of this board build is in my near future. Thank you for you design! By the way I'm in the Boston area. GO SOX!!

[@MrBillp9]

I have been struggling to figure out the missing dimensions. These maple strips are 3/8 and not 1/4?

[@dougsaglio2095]

My maple strips are 1/4 inch. I think 3/8 inch strips would be too thick and might affect the desired effect. @@MrBillp9

[@dougsaglio2095]

​@@MrBillp9 My board was made with 1/4 inch strips. I think 3/8" would hinder the 3D effect. Just go with it. It's fairly simple and follow the video. You won't go wrong.

[@MrBillp9]

Thanks, starting next week!@@dougsaglio2095

[@garyross8522]

I enjoyed watching your video. It would have been extroinarily kind of you if you had given all the dimensions for all pieces so us rookies could share in your experience.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Unfortunately I don't have a written plan that I can share, however I did provide all the measurements needed to make the board in my video. Hope this helps.

[@Graidian]

I have to ask...did anyone else notice the tiny swimming white duck at 11:01, or am I just going crazy? I've been binge watching several cutting board videos lately, that's some impressive work!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! Good eye, I didn't notice that "duck" before, but now I can't un-see it.

[@muhammadomar6463]

Yeah i saw that duck in water 🤣

[@jimjakosh2506]

That was a great video. Now I have to make one!!

[@ca_ged]

Outstanding job. Lots of patience required.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@outstanding1448]

Stunning! For someone who didn't watch the whole process, it may be hard to believe it's not painted.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! It is one of my favorite illusions.

[@danmarx8385]

Caleb, great cutting board! Just made two using your video. You could save yourself some time by planning the end grain when you are ready to smooth it out before sanding. To do this you must glue a piece of wood on each end of the FINISHED board. I use a piece of 2x4. Then plane using using 1/32 inch passes. The boards on the ends will help with snipe and tearing out the end of the cutting board. It really work well and is a time saver. Just my thoughts. GREAT CUTTING BOARD!!!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! I know some people will run end grain through the planer with out any problem, but I would advise against it. Even with small passes you risk causing the board to shatter which could injure you or the machine. The boards on the end is a good idea if you decide it's worth it. Thanks again!

[@ronin2963]

Right at 9min you can see the pattern! That is perfect.

[@tonyhassett9290]

A lot of information I will work through it slowly. Not the sharpest tool but will get there great tutorial

[@graemeyoung3678]

Pretty cool mate, I've been a workshop joiner for 20 years and never seen this so I'm gonna have a go at making one, cheers fella👍

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! It's a fun board to make, good luck!

[@swjang3584]

I was surprised that you’ve done it with numerous processes! Thanks for having me watch your clip.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks for watching!

[@bryonmason6330]

Excellent job Young Man.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@williamcappleman93]

Superb work! I just completed my first using your technique and extremely pleased with the results. Yes, MTM is a master and he provides excellent demos but yours is a true tutorial and no doubt the best I’ve seen on KZbin. So thorough and helpful for us neophytes. Thanks and keep up your excellent posts. Now back to sanding!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate the support. Good luck on your projects!

[@MrSuperawesomeisme]

You're a genius! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! hope it helped!

[@brendangallagher732]

Hi Caleb Thanks for a great video. May I respectfully make a suggestion? When it comes to glueing the three constituent strips together, I ganged up the maple strip with a walnut strip (not gluing them to in between!) then did a second glue up with the cherry strip, again ganged together. Saves time and uses fewer clamps. 🙏

[@carycleland9506]

Thanks for the tutorial!

[@7devilfurb]

Going to be attempting this board following ur video! Thanks for the great in depth step by step!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Glad it helped! Hope it goes well!

[@stevegimpelson5797]

Great video! This will be my next project. I'll let you know how it turns out.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you and Good luck!

[@GK-qz3cm]

Caleb, great video. I hope some day I will get to your level. Two questions, 1) when cutting the walnut & cherry to the 45 degree angle what is the distance from the saw blade to the fence, and 2) what is the height of the saw blade prior to setting to 45 degree angle? Thank you.

[@lauramarshall6376]

Gorgeous board!

[@77nikkel90]

That is BADASS!

[@spydirty2530]

Wow, sharp!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@steveminter2551]

Spectacular

[@vbvickibee]

Awesome work, Caleb! Fascinating video 😊

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@GK-qz3cm]

Great educational video!! What kind of a saw blade did you use in your table saw? Thanks.

[@timothymusson5040]

Beautiful work!!!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@sandromor2007]

Incredible my friend !!! Thanks for teaching us

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@ahsimiksnabac6576]

FANTASTIC project, brilliant outCome. keep up the good werk!!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@mitchdenner9743]

Do you think quality boards can be made without a planer? All i have is table saw, miter, router, orbital sander.

[@KobraaRl]

Omg that is just down right beautiful

[@map12533]

Very beautiful!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@markartusio1]

Nice work, dude. Pretty board! You might want to consider waiting to glue the endgrain strips of maple into the board during the second glue up, rather than adding it into the mix as a second of three glue ups. It would save a whole step.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

What were the final dimensions of the thin maple board you glued on the cutting board? You did really well on giving the starting dimensions to cut and final ones then you stopped? Really nice board would love to try it. Finished dimensions? Thx for sharing!

[@katherynlamarche7308]

I am very impressed done a few boards that were nice but your board is beautiful . Thank you so much . Julien Lamarche.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks so much! I'm sure yours look amazing as well!

[@blueyedange0408]

You did a great job! It turned out beautiful!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank You!

[@larryo1606]

Great inspiration, nice build - be careful ripping maple without a riving knife, I have experienced severe binding with maple

[@ivandrimal5783]

The board with the square 3D pattern looks to me like an unfinished pattern from two sides. I put either a light or a dark strip around the board so that the pattern is completed on all sides. Otherwise, nice job.

[@thewolfofwoodstreet_]

Amazing work 👌👌👌

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@sajinraj2889]

impressive. really impressive.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@adaper4236]

Awesome..Job..😊😊 What was the final dimensions of the board??

[@ChrisFinnerty-t5n]

What was the thickness of your original lumber and what is the final thickness of the cutting board?

[@Montana1Crans]

It is sipmle fatastic. Good job!

[@benfurness437]

Lovely job, looks absolutely fantastic! Just a thought though, could you not have used a router sled to flatten the finished board rather than trying to do it with hand sanding for hours on end? If it was pretty flat to begin with, just one quick pass to slice off a mm or two and you'd have been sorted 👌☺️

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! I actually built one that I used for my very next board. It did work very well.

[@jamiejeddreyful]

This was a great video! Great job. Inspirational!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@otavio4524]

Despues de tres intentos lo logre, ise una y quedo chingona segun mis compas me quedo chida gracias compa y voy sobre otras los creditos son pal compa caleb

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

¡Muchas gracias!

[@18parman]

You should use a riving knife on your table saw!

[@ernestomorell4489]

FELICITACIONES,BRAVO!!!!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

muchas gracias

[@jackhealy8467]

Outstanding work! Well thought out.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@WhereareweNext2025]

Thanks good video. Question for the KZbin woodworking video creating community, why don’t you folks ever use guards on your table saws?

[@robmcgahan4718]

Would be able provide all the measurements. Love to try a build one. Still rookie in this woodworking hobby!!

[@tobedetermined4180]

While learning to make cutting boards. What species of wood should one avoid?

[@Alex_science]

Fantastic!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@jackthompson8019]

Absolutely amazing.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@EASchmidtE]

Awesome job, thanks!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@johnjanu5723]

The only thing I did not like was I heard I’m going to tease these boards and I’ll plane to the desired size but what are those sizes?

[@wdkoq]

Hey Caleb, the last maple panel that you re-sawed. What's the final thickness you're trying to get?

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

The final thickness for those pieces should be 1/4 inch, good luck!

[@greggr4852]

Caleb, your cutting board is fantastic but when watching the video there were several areas where you stated to plane to it's final thickness but no dimension was was mentioned. Could you clarify what thickness the thin maple strips should be? I am assuming you started with 1" thick lumber??. Thanks for the clarification.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! Are you talking about the strips at 10:55? Those would measure 1/4" thick. I did start with 4/4 lumber which was resawn. Hope this helps!

[@greggr4852]

Caleb, Thank you. Do you have plans for sale with detailed dimensions? I am new to this so any specific information really helps. Materials list would be great. Length and width of boards needed would be very helpful.

[@davidgrant6048]

Beautiful work. Very impressive!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! I appreciate it.

[@robmcgrath5202]

Can you explain the reason for using the bandsaw to cut the maple pieces you just on the table saw thinner? Why not just use the table saw to cut to the width that you wanted in the first place?

[@denisvienat849]

C’est un travail remarquable bravo 👍👏

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Merci beaucoup!

[@chrisnissen4603]

chris nissen again. In the video either you didn't mention the final dimension of the maple square pieces or I missed it. Could I get that dimension? Thanks

[@clloreinze9813]

Amazing

[@johnagorman]

just started watching.. WHERE is your riving knife on that saw?

[@teltelcampos5510]

How thick of stock do you start out with is it

[@robohippy]

A drum sander would have been a good tool to have.

[@subhajitpattnaik4188]

Great job

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@steverusso5369]

completed board is amazing.. however, you need to time lapse some sections.. just a suggestion.. do you have plans for this project?

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! Unfortunately I don't have any plans for the board.

[@walter5401]

How long did this board take you?

[@leonardopinto5324]

Fantástico seu trabalho, parabéns. Saudações aqui do Brasil.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Muito obrigado!

[@mikemarzett8833]

Nice job.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@antennasbc]

Neat video,nice process. Thanks for showing it, but holy h ck we don't need to every single board going through the planer and bandsaw etc ..we get it. I had to fast forward so much.

[@kendodd8734]

Very effective but without them shop tools Uve got I don’t think many people r gonna achieve the same results as u shame cos I reckon a lot of people would like to try and make it cos it does look great

[@paulkayson1532]

Nice bandsaw. I can’t do that!

[@theintelligentcarpenter9407]

Nice job kid

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks.

[@christianhiefinger1316]

Great work! Dont you have wide belt sanders in the US? It makes sanding at the end very easy. Maybe 1h for the whole board

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! that would be a nice tool to have, maybe someday in the future...

[@musicbymark]

Great job/gorgeous! Any warping or delaminating yet? I imagine it's crucial to not let fine boards like this sit in a puddle or get extremely wet/dry on one side only.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks! I haven't had any problems with the board warping or grain moving apart. You are correct about not letting it sit in water and making sure it drys on both sides,

[@teddyfrau1]

Looks verry nice, Good Job 😉 learn from that, thx

[@edwardaltman1415]

Terrific...a question from a newbie....could you set the dimensions for the maple square to be 3/4 inch, reduce the width of the walnut and cherry to 1 and 1/4? this avoids having to get 5/4 lumber, i think. Ed A.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

I didn't actually use 5/4 lumber, it was all 4/4. All the dimensions provided in the video will work with 4/4 lumber. hope this helps and good luck!

[@edwardaltman1415]

@@CalebsFineWoodworking was your 4/4 surfaced to 13/16when your got it? amazing you were able to get 3/4 inch square maple pieces. also, how did you manage to get 2 pieces of walnut and cherry from a 4/4 board or even a 5/4 board assuming the 5/4 was surfaced to 1 1/16? i have a very hard time getting 5/4 lumber.

[@jraglob5924]

Very Nice!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@JamesThompson-xl4yu]

While you are cutting the width cuts, save a block or two for future measuring saw width setup so you can repeat without measuring again. Do a set of different width's to keep. :)

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Yes, you could do that! I'm not sure I make enough of these cutting boards to make use of them, but it certainly is a good idea if you make a lot!

[@TailEndCustoms]

That’s awesome

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@SecretStashBrosBuilds]

Yo I recognize that voice! Looks amazing bro!

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks man!

[@giannigiannis5494]

what model of orbital saw?

[@RonaldMegginson-tf8ss]

Verry good

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@johnbacco8645]

Do you have plans for this cutting board

[@OficinaeMarcenariaHobista]

Hello my friend, congratulations, a very well elaborated work became top.

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@kazokochi1]

First time made 3D board. Did pretty good but screwed up sanding. Bad idea to put it through planer?

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Glad you gave it a shot! Sorry the sanding didn't go as planned. I wouldn't recommend putting it through the planer because it's an end grain cutting board. Ideally you would use a drum sander or a belt sander. Hope this helps!

[@bavariacaesar]

Amazing 🤩

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@schorschwanger2690]

Top👍sehr schön !

[@CalebsFineWoodworking]

Vielen Dank!