Epoxy Cutting Board DIY

[@dionhager8900]

I'm just a beginner and your video was the best I've watched thus far...awesome...thank you.

[@lakeshavallejo7889]

I watched this whole video just to see it set up as a charcuterie board. I wanted to see the end product with food on it. Well on to the next vide! Great job! I love the finish product.

[@lostsailor2759]

I had to re-watch this video after a year. It's the cid that got me hooked on Goodview, Nathan and resin crafting. Still lovin' it all.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Lost Sailor thanks bro!!! I appreciate that!

[@kingleo1128]

Great job at doing a step by step tutorial. Most videos just do it without explaining. This was very educational.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

King Leo thanks! That’s one of our goals here on KZbin, to teach people. Thanks for watching!

[@danielparker1808]

Beautiful job Nathan

[@silvestrsselickis5552]

Great job! What about cleaning that stuff with water after use, doesn’t it leave water marks?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

After a wash or 2 you’ll need to apply more butcher block oil. After you repeat that more and more, less and less oil is needed. Eventually when the board is seasoned with oil you’ll only have to do it once a month if you’re using it regularly.

[@TheHgcop]

The dowel holes are game changing

[@bluethunder2772]

Hey love your work .... thank you for your time....God bless you, your friend from Canada....

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you so much!!

[@aprilegunn6818]

You freaking help me so much. Your so simple not all these crazy tools I don’t have lol you the best!!

[@lostsailor2759]

Nice job. I didn't know you could use clear packing tape for the mold. Thanks for the learning experience.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you! You’re very welcome 😉

[@donnamcdan9326]

How do I clean the edges up after I take it out of the form? Can I use a power hand saw?

[@marcorock101]

Question, wouldn't the dowels be more efficient if the holes were drilled after the sealing epoxy? 🤔 Amazing end result, keep up the great work

[@allkleensoftwash3511]

What was the name of the oil you used on it at the end?

[@traceywills7648]

I used fomwood apoxy for cutting board is it safe to cut on it ,chemical wise ,did not look into ,nice looking board u made ,thx in advance

[@flakwasam]

I like your tutorials...... you are good.

[@utubbabe1234]

I really like the translucency of the epoxy

[@AdrieleMartinez]

Best tutorial I've seen sooooo far. It is even better than the ones from the "big channels" thank you so much ☺️

[@ValiousTV]

Nice project. I'm just starting out using epoxy. I got myself a beautiful piece of Manitoba cherry. Was 33x16 inch. Cut it to about 16 inches by 16 inches by 2 inch thick with live edge. Natural oranges and reds flow through it. My plans are to make a reverse river. I'm prepping the wood, removing bark. I'm noticing a lot of small surface cracks between the grains. My question is, how do you calculate the amount of epoxy needed? I don't want to waste more than I have to. If needed I'll post a quick video with the plans.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3OTq3-GrKmCb80 Check out this video. Hope it helps.

[@ValiousTV]

@@GoodViewWoodworks Perfect. Thank you for the link. Side note, Subscribed. Keep up the awesome work.

[@hairnbeard]

Dustright has a 5micron bag that fits your planer. It's less than $40 and works. Great videos, keep it up

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thanks! I’ll check them out!!

[@tinamoorefield5654]

Great video! You make me feel like I can really do this myself with the steps you demonstrate. Thank you for taking the time and effort.

[@erdemylmaz7497]

Hi Nathan. What is the material you poured at 16:28? Is it epoxy? It looks something like gel

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s a butcher block conditioner

[@Ttingey01]

Wow! Great job and great job at showing us how to do this! Thanks! Can't wait to make one!!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thanks so much!!

[@nl2413]

Help!!! I thought I was ordering the right stuff!! Anyway I wanted to make serving boards with the epoxy in the center. I ordered some Total Boat epoxy resin. Now I see that it is table top so needs to be done in 1/8 increments. Not what I thought! What should I have gotten?? Thank you in advance!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

If you’re going to use total boat, then you need to get their “thick set” epoxy.

[@nl2413]

@@GoodViewWoodworks Thanks so much! I have this now so have to use it. How dry can it get before you put another thin coat over it? Tacky I believe they say but can it get dry. It would take all day and night to do only a little depth. You do a great job in your videos and I watch them over and over wishing I could do that! Thanks again!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

You can just wait until it’s the consistency of thick honey.

[@stevenwilson8718]

Is there still a layer of epoxy on the wood after planing? Or do you plane down to the surface of the wood?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Great question. I plane it down to the surface of the wood.

[@nl2413]

Thank You for your fast reply!

[@lizblameuser7552]

I’ve been having a hard time clamping my form to my table but I see how you raised it, that a great idea, thanks!

[@cesarbeltran9238]

Question did you add the second layer of the same epoxy on the second day

[@omma-llama7860]

i too use packing tape for my epoxy projects, i found the best success with the Duck brand tape, i get it in the 3" width online, i think their plastic film is thicker and easier to work with because it starts and tears cleanly, and the extra inch width of tape is nice.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Nice! I’ll check it out

[@CookingGuy815]

GoodView Woodworks Very Good !!!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@CookingGuy815]

@@GoodViewWoodworks Nothing, I have to learn a lot from your videos

[@thebackyardgriller9076]

Great board, why did you have to do 2 pairs instead of one?

[@donnamcdan9326]

How would you clean this board after having food on it

[@mikepruett1745]

any tips for uneven sided tray sealing

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

I’m not sure what you mean

[@mikepruett1745]

@@GoodViewWoodworks I’ve got a piece of wood that the sides are not even ‘or square but I still need to seal them right

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

I wouldn’t seal the edges. The products a available these days are much better than they once were. Just make sure you keep the temp down and shouldn’t have any bubbles.

[@thomasheroux3146]

Nooice!! Great job and I love the color!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

thomas heroux 🤣 thanks bro!

[@dougward6669]

Do you find that the sandpaper discs need to be tossed after one use on the resin? The white resin residue seems to stick to the pads and make them useless after one use.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes however if you pause periodically and wipe the dust from the surface of your project while you sand it helps them last longer.

[@trevorcash2024]

im wondering what the epoxy looks like after you have cut stuff up on it over time? Im guessing it gets pretty scarred up.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yeah it gets scratched up. The cool part is that you can just sand it down and re apply butcher block oil.

[@parkerman3898]

Great video. Iv been planning on doing something similar and your video is extremely helpful. Thank you from the U.K. 🇬🇧

[@brendansencaj7203]

Hi Nathan. How did u determine the right amount of epoxy to use ? Is there a formula ? Tks greg

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3OTq3-GrKmCb80

[@zaapzaap427]

Hi, what or which polish did you use? What would you recommend for walnut board? Thx

[@jamesa6272]

Can this be done without using a planer?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes it can. You can use a router to flatten the piece as well.

[@ottawaepoxy1208]

Your Videos helped me finish my first river table. Thank you. Your work is fantastic 👍.

[@IRSarge6]

Can you use a pre-built cutting board from Walmart and cut it in half and then do it that way

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes you can!

[@drnh4444]

This was a fantastic tutorial

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@KRenee-xo2jn]

I can’t find the link on how to make the wooden square which you set everything up in

[@Grabber10]

what a great job. I will be making one now, Thanks and keep it up

[@dwightgordon803]

Love that you give your friend a shout out on your video. Two things I'm always looking for -- a quality DIY channel, and a quality Christian apologetics channel. Got you both a sub.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

That’s awesome man! Thanks!!

[@kennethphaneuf7057]

Do you use the Cups more than once ?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes I let the epoxy cure in the cup then pull it out and it’s good to reuse.

[@kennethphaneuf7057]

@@GoodViewWoodworks thank you for answering my dum question

[@wangofree]

Nice job Nathan. Now I need to find some live edge wood and try it. 😊

[@deborahcinfio]

Is epoxy safe to use on a cutting board? It scratches and chips when cut on? I don’t think resin is something you want in your food.

[@TheRealCartman1]

Short answer is no. Longer answer is none of the epoxies are food grade, at least none I've found. I'd use them more for serving boards, as long as nothing really hot goes on them it is stable.

[@frankiekimberlin148]

@@TheRealCartman1 Stone Coat Epoxy is food safe. You should check them out.

[@Empire6u]

@@frankiekimberlin148 Food safe yes, but fails as an actual cutting surface. So the term "cutting board" isn't accurate.

[@mannyalcaraz426]

quick question how thick is this board and whats a good thickness size for cutting boards thank you

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s 1” thick. Between 1-2” it’s good

[@mannyalcaraz426]

@@GoodViewWoodworks thanks man i left it at 1 1/4 i still have to run it thru the planner

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

No problem Manny

[@Vet6970]

what size, and thickness do you make cutting boards?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

12”x24”x1.5”

[@qasimalam8042]

Which liquid do you use after sanding for finishing/polishing with piece of cloth?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s called detail spray.

[@nicholasb6781]

when applying the finish can i use wax after letting the oil soak in or is it the other way around

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes, you can apply a wax afterwards.

[@1yomumster]

That was a really great tutorial, thanks 😁

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@jeanjacobson8911]

I agree!!!

[@gulfmedic1]

does the heat trick only work on that epoxi or could you use it on others as well Im going to start making my own pen blanks and typically you put it in a vacuum chamber or pressure pot to get bubbles out

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It works on most epoxies

[@bjbhehir]

Just found your channel and I subscribed, amazing work, great video's, positive vibes but the best part is you actually take time to answer people's questions!! Most people just post video's and never answer any questions!! After watching just a few of your video's I'm getting ready to try a few small practice projects!! Thanks for your time, you're a natural teacher!! You make it look so easy!!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you so much. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask.

[@leglessbuddha5148]

Does a blowdryer produce enough heat? Instead of a heating gun or torch?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

I think it does. You can always try before buying a heat gun, but the heat gun I listed in the description is only about $20. 😉

[@leglessbuddha5148]

20$ i Think i Can find that. Thanks! And great video! Beautifull board😍

[@farmlender1]

Great job and you’re a hoot

[@RMGCBG]

Question: how does the epoxy stand up to sharp kitchen knives? Thank you. Beautiful work!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

RMG CBG great question! Sharp kitchen knives will score the surface. But you can always scuff and recondition the surface.

[@stevechance4422]

How much epoxy did that project take?

[@richardweiss5380]

You used a drill with a stirrer to mix the epoxy. How did you get the epoxy off the stirrer or do you just throw them away ? TIA

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Richard Weiss great question! I just take a paper towel and wipe it off after i let it sit and drip for a few mins. I had this drill mixer for over a year and haven’t needed to replace it yet.

[@jeanjacobson8911]

Hi fun stuff lovin it! I also live that you give your friend a plug BUT chiming in because you mentioned In another video we don't have to worry about the wipe because it just helps get a better surface to mix everytime. Do we need to clean it each time?

[@daveyoung5257]

What was the last application you put on

[@marshaschenkel6438]

What do you charge if you don’t mind me asking. I’ve made only one and kept it.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Around $150

[@marshaschenkel6438]

Thank you. Mine didn’t look as nice as yours.

[@revhmd6694]

What oil and wax do you use to finish the cutting board? Thanks,

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

Won’t the cutting board get scuffed when cutting on it? Great job!

[@lullysmommyify]

What r u using as the bottom that u taped up and placed the frame on?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s just a piece of 3/4” melamine.

[@joshuafarnham5827]

What is the final wax you put on the finished board.?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s called butcher block conditioner. There should be a link for it in the description under the video

[@beaulucier9460]

How does the apoxi affect my knives. Is it going to dull them? Your board looks amazing!

[@Indian-313]

Great videos is there a minimum thickness needed for these ? Planning to make a Bench as Well ,same question minimum. Thickness ?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

I would say no thinner than 3/4” and for a bench, no thinner than 1.5”

[@Bay444444]

Great job Nathan - quick question - I like the “epoxy dowel” idea but doesn’t it create more air bubbles sources, just as you precoat the live edges?

[@harriedoones8413]

I had the same question. Also, this is the only one of his epoxy projects that I can recall seeing this "dowel" idea used. I'd like to know if that's because it causes problems or because it's just unnecessary.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s because it’s unnecessary. If you use the correct type of epoxy (slow setting casting epoxy) the dowels are not needed because the epoxy has time to soak into the edges creating the strongest bond.

[@AntsRC]

How think is that board?? Inch??

[@KOTEC525]

Nicely done sir, enjoyed watching this video :)

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thanks D1

[@mikethompson6713]

Wonderful gift from the heart 👍

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thanks Mike

[@MaxItUpwithMarta]

Oh I want one of those. I love your creations.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you!!

[@littleerl9041]

Do you get snipe on the end of your board when you run it through your dewalt planner.

[@dionsaunders5141]

Is the epoxy food safe?

[@nathanmccarraher4061]

Another idea for Tuesday. How to guesstimate how much epoxy you need for a pour. I’m not Einstein so I have a hard time making the right judgment. Also your draw string at the beginning of the video was setting my OCD off like the 4th of July.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Great idea! Bro you are hilarious! 🤣😂

[@edadan]

You just need a little multi-variable calculus.

[@ald.3449]

Finally a video that is explained from start to finish. Great video!!! Only question is do you plan the rough live edge before the video. I never made a epoxy board and I'm very interested in making one so trying to learn every step?

[@kingabrown8803]

Wow, what a beautiful cutting board.Lots of work though. I'm jealous of all your cool toys :)

[@laviniapicazo8790]

What did you use with the paper towel at the end? Was that oil or a thin layer of epoxy? You didn’t show what you used.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Lavinia Picazo it’s called butcher block oil. I have it listed down in the description of the video.

[@jeremyhanley5131]

What kind of epoxy are you using for your cutting board?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Jeremy Hanley I’m using StoneCoat super cast in this video

[@davidpond7563]

I'm still in the watching videos learning as much as I can. I want to make a cutting board that can be cut on a not leave knife makes. I'm kind of confused watching videos of how to make a cutting board but you can't cut on them.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

David Pond you can cut on them. You just will get scratches. One thing you can do is; epoxy one side and then pour oil on the other side. Then use the oiled side to cut on.

[@davidpond7563]

@@GoodViewWoodworks cut on the oil side or the epoxy side?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Cut on the oil side just like a normal cutting board

[@raven122199]

Question for you. I have watched a few of your videos working with wood and epoxy, like the 4 or 5 part coffee table build. I believe this is the first time I have seen you drill the hold on the inside of the boards so that the epoxy can act as dow rods. Why was it needed this time and not when you did the coffee table? How can I tell if my project I am working on is going to require me to do that? I am a complete beginner and looking to begin my first project soon. Thanks for the great videos!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Great question! The only reason you would need to do that is if you’re not going to encapsulate the entire piece. If you notice, in this video I didn’t pour a flood coat. Hope this helps!

[@jaes8173]

Great video..it really helped for when I made my cutting board. Quick question I did the same thing as you with the sanding and then oil. When you let it sit over night after it dried were you able to see any scratches in the epoxy? I can see some and I'm pretty bummed. What can I do to fix it?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Just need to make sure you sand thoroughly. Also you may want to go to a higher grit as well. Hope this helps.

[@dannypack799]

After sanding, what did you finish it with?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

I finished it with butcher block oil. I linked it in the description below the video.

[@transportservices6333]

Awesome! The wood must be necessarily dry?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes 12% moisture content and below

[@jeffreyskaggs4175]

Appreciate the hard work! After watching several of your videos, this is, by far, the best music (to me)... Thanks for sharing!

[@Skeggsy89]

Your last name is one letter away from mine

[@miket2172]

Awesome job can it be used as actual cutting board ?

[@PegasusFigure]

Question: 16:30 This time What solution do you use to polish?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It’s called butcher block conditioner. I have linked it in the description under this video. Thanks!

[@PegasusFigure]

@@GoodViewWoodworks Thank you very much ^^

[@jakewilson640]

How long did you let the epoxy cure for on the seal coat on live live edges before you did the main river pour?

[@CarstenDittrich2014]

What was the finish you used at the end. Food grade oil? Which kind? Appreciate your videos and an answer :-) Great work!

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

It was butcher block conditioner. It is linked down in the description. Thanks for watching!!

[@nl2413]

You do a great video and job!Have a couple of questions for you! When you drill the hole and put the fine coat of epoxy on does enough get to go into the holes to make a difference ? I see in another video you did you say not to coat where the bark was. Were you talking about on all things or just the table you were working on? Does the epoxy hurt the knifes on a planer?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

The holes is an older technique. I don’t do that anymore because I use a casting epoxy that takes a longer time to setup which in turn absorbs into the edges much deeper. This gives the strongest bond. I do this on all things now. The epoxy is a little harder on the blades but it’s barely noticeable.

[@dexter9522]

Just finished my first epoxy project and had a question. My epoxy looks awesome when I apply the oil after sanding to 220. Once it dries it looks kinda dull. Any advice

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

dexter9522 yes if you want a shinier finish you will have to sand to a finer grit like 600 or so. Hope this helps

[@dexter9522]

Sweet I’ll give it a shot. Awesome vids they help a ton

[@donnamcdan9326]

What brand and color is it?

[@MrJono1973]

Looks brilliant! ! One question though, how will it stand to actually being used ? Unless your mom has got a huge kitchen, it really looks too big to just sit around looking really cool.

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

😂 it will get scratches from the blade. It will be the same as any wood cutting board. It’s really not very big. The finished size is 12x20

[@oswaldsilva6178]

what's the last liquid you put it on ??

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Butcher block conditioner. It’s listed in the description under the video.

[@donnamcdan9326]

Do u make molds?

[@lucianapaes4183]

Awesome work !

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Thank you!!

[@jw2483]

Awesome video.

[@marcovelez942]

Hi Nathan! It's been a little over a year since you made this cutting board, I remember watching it and think I wonder what it would look like after it's been used. I'd love to know have you used it, how often, and what does it look like now? I think it would make a cool KZbin video "Before & After" just a thought

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Marco Velez hey brother that’s a great idea. The only problem is I sent it to a fellow KZbinr several states away 😅. I’ll try and see if he has any pics.

[@hesterheaysman4925]

Thanks for a great video! Im about to make my first board. Just wondering if i can use an electric hand planer, rather than the big automatic one you have?

[@GoodViewWoodworks]

Yes you can !!