How To: Resin Charcuterie Board - MacArthur Woodworks

How to Make a Resin Charcuterie Board - MacArthur Woodworks, LLC
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[@Notkelbel]

Came here to learn how to make one of these for a friend....but after watching the entire video I decided I’m just going to buy one from you instead...man that’s a LOT of work!!!!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Haha! That made me laugh out loud. It’s a lot of work for sure! I’ll happily make one for you! Check out my website: www.macarthurwoodworks.com

[@jones-ns1tp]

same lol

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

This is still my favorite comment on this video. I’m also still waiting for you to order one 😂

[@patrickraj1]

It takes a master craftsman to show people how he does his masterpiece... because he knows that showing people, even every single step, will still not enable them to repllicate the masters work. Thank you for sharing. I will stick to programming.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

This might be the single nicest KZbin comment I’ve ever gotten!

[@Tkyle5127]

Breathtaking!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@miap.8247]

Wow!! BEAUTIFUL 🤩 I wish I had all the tools! I could do that all day every day! Fun!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much for the comment! I appreciate you watching. It is very fun 😊

[@denisealbert2748]

Just beautiful workmanship, you put such care into your pieces. Bravo

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much! I appreciate this.

[@charlesthomas9294]

Really lovely board. I'm attempting my first exoxy board, so was looking for a good video on finishing. This helped a lot. Thanks!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

That’s so great to hear! I hope everything goes well. Shoot me a message on Instagram if you have any questions. Thanks for your comment and subscription, Charles!

[@skiddytwin4759]

That is stunning. Nice work

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much!

[@michaelnicholas2417]

Excellent piece. You make it look easy.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! I’ve done it a few hundred times haha

[@mstev5956]

Stunning work

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@susanshaver912]

I love this so much more than many I have seen. The end putting on the oil with bare hands instead of a rag or a brush is the finishing touch!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that.

[@dobbins2550]

Watching guys with skills is satisfying, like hearing the sound of dirt being sucked up by a vacuum.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Interesting! Thanks for watching 🤣

[@SeasonedSouthern_byTSC]

This was so soothing to watch. The turnout was very beautiful. Keep up the good work.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@navarroedwards8031]

Beautiful board !

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@allievargas3271]

This is gorgeous 🤩

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!!

[@graciescott3334]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

Very very nice!! Thanks for sharing!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much for the nice comment and view! I’d love for you to subscribe!

[@brendataylor5928]

Beautiful!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you!

[@chriscarskaddan64]

Great work!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks! I appreciate you stopping by.

[@Rawllywood]

I absolutely love that music And of course the cutting board which is why am here but after seeing that I am like dang that’s a lot of work. Love it

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Haha thank you so much! I appreciate your comment.

[@Brick3kgt]

Great video! Keep it up!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks, Bryan! I appreciate your support.

[@mohangookool2617]

Beatiful back ground music.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much! Be sure to check out Connor Henderson on Apple Music or Spotify!

[@rommelphotography]

You are amazing man 👌

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@DCDLaserCNC]

Very nice!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much!

[@marcuspoe9353]

that is a beauty!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you!!

[@fathogwoodworking]

That’s an awesome looking board. I love the shade you have used in the epoxy.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks! The Baltic Day pigments make a huge difference. You can try them out and use my code MAC10 to get yourself 10% off!

[@me12youable]

@@MacArthurWoodworks which three colours did you use? I saw the first two but what was in that bag?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@me12youable the last one was a forest green. It had exploded and so I put it in a baggie.

[@pulkitarora1057]

Amazing

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

thanks!

[@frostfear2]

beautiful

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@christinadavis1223]

Just found your Chanel! Awesome board is it food safe and love your music for the video...

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! The oil and wax I use on them are food safe! As long as you don’t use a big knife to cut deep into the resin, you’ll be fine. Thanks so much for watching!

[@christinadavis1223]

Oh and do you sell them ?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@christinadavis1223 absolutely! Check out my website ☺️ feel free to ask if you have any questions!

[@BuildDadBuild]

Looks amazing, brother! Great job. Subbed fo sho! Cheers

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.

[@nathanguest9723]

lovely copping board you could also make a nice little side table

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks! Yes, I make all kinds of furniture.

[@CraigADHD]

Where did you get the mould from with the clamps and wood press please? That would be great for making any sort of charcuterie or chopping boards 😀

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

They are the best! www.ahonuiartisans.com

[@Caleb-mj5cn]

I’ve watched this video probably 50 times just to listen to these two songs lol

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Haha! That’s awesome. They are both available on Spotify and Apple Music!

[@thesologeek]

@@MacArthurWoodworks what are the names of the songs?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@thesologeek they are Rosalee by Connor Henderson and Rain by Michael Meeks and Connor Henderson

[@thesologeek]

@@MacArthurWoodworks Thank you very much. I found it on spotify. I used some tips from your videos on my first resin project today. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@thesologeek that’s awesome!! I appreciate the Spotify listens and you watching the video! How did it go? That’s awesome!

[@johnbrooks1422]

Hi Very Nice Charcuterie Board Goog Video Like It

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I appreciate your comment!

[@Felicity3115]

Nice!!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing!

[@verdajbastian4157]

Wow!!💚 That’s all I can say…😍

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much!

[@ezekielbenavides2740]

Absolutely love that mould jig. I was already planning to make a composite material with MDF and PVC sheets since I have experience heat forming that material, but your jig really opened my eyes to the possibilities of what a mould can really be. I'm definitely also going to have to rethink what fasteners I use for the removable walls, those latches are an amazing solution

[@ezekielbenavides2740]

I'm making a custom router flattening with with 80/20 to flatten my work, I'd reccomend looking into something similar: that epoxy is eating up your planer and jointer blades. Woodpeckers has a great commercially available option but it's pricey. With your skill though it'd likely be easiest to make your own jig. www.woodpeck.com/woodpeckers-slab-flattening-mill.html

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Nice! Yeah, I got them from my buddy Jon at Ahonui Artisans. They’re great!

[@facebookmakesmesick]

I've made molds before its a nightmare and annoying..spend the money and buy that artisan mold or something similar. Worth the money

[@kohly9471]

Is he still selling the molds? I tried the website but it’s not working

[@kohly9471]

@@MacArthurWoodworks can you still buy the molds?

[@TheAlexcutting]

Beautiful work very talented. What kinda wood is this please?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks! It’s maple.

[@GrantsHobbyVids]

Just met your dad... love this work

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Oh, awesome! How did you meet him?

[@GrantsHobbyVids]

@@MacArthurWoodworks lol neighborhood to be short lol.. but I'll be plugging your channel awesome content

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@GrantsHobbyVids that’s great! I really appreciate it.

[@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789]

What a wonderful video, thank you so much for sharing and showing the steps from start to finish. If you have time, could you tell me what you look for when you procure the rough? Thank you very much!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much for commenting! What do you mean procure the rough?

[@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789]

@@MacArthurWoodworks Do you look for a certain density, a certain thickness, color, what catches your eye?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789 it usually depends what the customer requests!

[@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789]

@@MacArthurWoodworks Gotcha! Thanks!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@cindykiefnerthecoppertorch7789 of course!

[@raywainwright1657]

Great video!! Beautiful piece of art! What did you use to seal the Resin form? The red sealant.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much, Ray! I really appreciate that. I used gasket sealer. You can also use silicone.

[@kmaryott]

Great video! I was trying to mentally keep track of your steps. I am new to this hobby, and my mind is like a sponge. Where did you get the hot brand used to score the board? I thought that was an amazing touch. Also, in one frame were you drawing lines on the board with a pencil; what was the purpose? (Not when you initially cut the shape, but later in the video.)

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks so much. As for the brand, I got it from a lady on Etsy. I’ve been asked this a lot before and I cannot remember the shop unfortunately. As for the pencil marks, I mark the whole thing before sanding at 120 just to slow myself down and make sure I get every single spot. If the pencil marks erase, then that means I’ve truly hit every spot how I’m supposed to.

[@amymatthews6339]

Can you tell me what colors you used? I saw the ash and olive drab (looks like when mixed together they made the aqua/blue color? Is that correct? Then you added something that was metallic looking. I couldn't see what that one was called. such beautiful work! Thank you!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks so much for watching. I used a Forest Green, Olive Drab, and Ash from Baltic Day Pigments. You can check their link in my bio of this video!

[@miges2]

Stunning work! Very well done video as well. So much appreciate the professional work demonstrated in this video and the commitment to responding to viewers. Not every day you see that! I have been doing resin boards for quite some time and still learning. I got some useful tips from your video. I too use walrus oil but find that the boards do not come out as shiny as doing a clear top coat with epoxy as a final step. Maybe there a step I'm missing ... like using finer grit sanding towards the final stage. You mentioned you go from 80 to 320. Also I know walrus oil is food safe but if I'm finishing my boards with a top coat of epoxy (I use ecopoxy), would that be recommended as a food safe surface?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks so much for your kind words. The Walrus Oil does “fog” the epoxy slightly because it’s food safe and contains beeswax. I believe when a flood coat properly cures, it could be food safe. Sanding to a higher grit could make it clearer, but it won’t be as clear as a flood coat. I hope this helps! Also, you can use “MAC10” at Walrus Oil for 10% off! ☺️

[@miges2]

@@MacArthurWoodworks awesome. Will definitely be following you and looking forward to new videos. Game changer when you come across someone that actually adds value to what you do!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@miges2 I appreciate that! I’ll have more videos soon. Thanks again for the comments and subscription!

[@maxxxy79]

Where do you get your resin molds?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

www.Ahonuiartisans.com

[@josh4485]

Looks great! What buffing pad did you use with the wax?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Josh, thanks! It was just some random 5” bonnet pad I got off amazon that fits my buffer.

[@rhondahale6249]

Amazing work! Can you tell me what song is playing? Love it!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! There are 2 - one is Rain by Michael Meeks and Connor Henderson and one is Rosalee by Connor Henderson.

[@anthonyfea4623]

Hey, I love your work and you have inspired me to try my own boards. Also I really appreciate that you respond to all your comments, oblivious, rude, or otherwise. I am clearly very new to woodworking, and I am curious if you sealed the live edges or if it wasn't necessary. If not why? Species? Or because of the finish? Was it alright that the wood soaked up some epoxy because you planned to plane down the wood afterwards?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! That’s so awesome. I’m glad to hear that. I do not seal the live edge on these charcuterie boards, but I do make sure to get all the bark off. I do seal the live edges when I do a large pour. Yes, I didn’t mind the wood soaked up some because I knew the final thickness I was going for (or, rather, the customer was going for). Thanks for commenting!

[@anthonyfea4623]

Thanks much👍🙌

[@rommelphotography]

Bro!!! You use the same tools i use 🤘🤘🤘

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Let’s goooo!!

[@GroundedFlyboy737]

How strong is the connection (bond) between the resin and the wood? IOW, how much weight could the board carry off center? Thanks, awesome work.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks for the comment. In my experience, it’s very strong. If I have a shipping issue, the wood has always broken before the bond. Blacktail Studio made an awesome video testing the strength using the same epoxy I do.

[@bigbluff5406]

Sorry....one more quick question. I saw yoi flipped the board and set it in the orange pointed holders. If I use to plastic cups will the cup rings stain or will it just wipe off? I can let it dry standing upright but I'm afraid it will drip. Thoughts

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It would be fine to use the cups. Also it’s not a big deal if it drips since it’s an oil finish.

[@kiba181]

Love the work beautiful board. Is this your own music in the video? I’ve put all the lyrics in and can’t seem to find the songs. If it is do you have a link to were we can listen?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! Yes, it is. One is Rain by Michael Meeks and Connor Henderson and one is Rosalee by Connor Henderson

[@reneolivares7769]

Awesome can’t wait to try it. Where can I get that mold you use? Thanks

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Great! You can get the mold at www.ahonuiartisans.com

[@danielarcher9868]

can I ask, do you do any prep methods on your wood before pouring? I've tried to do a few boards and my process is pretty much 1:1 with yours, but the air pockets and hollows in the wood just burped out bubbles all through the curing process that were impossible to keep up with. I've gone through a LOT of resin trying to refine the process and avoid this but it always happens.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It sounds like you need to seal the edges of the wood with table top epoxy if you’re having bubbles. After it’s cured, then pour your deep pour epoxy.

[@seanhaecker2256]

What is the dewalt machine that you are pushing it through? Thanks! And lovely work!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It’s a planer. Thanks so much!

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

What was that red stuff you put on the hope so it would not leak? Beautiful!!! Also do you make those molds?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It’s just a gasket sealant. I use silicone now, but it does the same job! Thanks so much. I don’t, they can be found at www.ahonuiartisans.com

[@jeffmitchell4266]

Wondering if cutting things on the epoxy will damage it, using it as a cutting board? I know it's listed as a charcuterie board, but just curious. Beautiful work.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks for the comment. Yeah, I’d definitely stick to using it as a charcuterie board. I wouldn’t want to risk using it as a cutting board. Thanks so much!

[@John-cr7gb]

Very nice video. What material did you make your pour box out of?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks! It’s HDPE. I ordered it from www.ahonuiartisans.com

[@stellaloaiza6374]

Hi, nice work may i ask where did you get the mold?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks so much. It’s www.Ahonuiartisans.com

[@shawneedog1]

Beautiful. What is the black stuff you filled those small holes with?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It’s called Starbond! It’s a CA glue and the have accelerator as well. It’s the best stuff ever. You can use my code MAC10 to get 10% off!

[@suematthews3173]

I'm just getting started and was wondering what is the finest grit of sandpaper that you use. Your work is stunning.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you so much! On charcuterie boards, I usually only go to 320. I make sure to water pop between a few of the grits as you see in the video.

[@suematthews3173]

@@MacArthurWoodworks thank you so much!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@suematthews3173 of course!

[@jackiythomas1965]

Great work~ my question is for those of us that dont have access to the tool and sanders that you used, what are some of your suggestions to acheive the same result? Thanks

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks for the subscription! Do you mean what are my suggestions for lower end tools? Or achieving these results without a sander?

[@jackiythomas1965]

@@MacArthurWoodworks yes the sander and wood cutter (lack of knowing the proper name for it) I want to try some of the cutting boards but don't have any of equipment you were using.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@jackiythomas1965 it would be really tough (maybe impossible) to make cutting boards with a planer (I believe this is the wood cutter you’re talking about) or a sander. Just check FB marketplace or yard sales and you can find inexpensive tools to start out with!

[@taylorsessions4143]

@@MacArthurWoodworks I agree, it's like asking how to go on a road trip if you don't have a car 😂 you just need access to told if you are going to build/create anything!

[@We3walk]

Great looking piece. May I ask where you got all your business packaging items made at?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! I got the stickers and tape from Sticker Mule. Is that what you’re asking?

[@We3walk]

Yes, and the lil wax and directions. The “tape” you said, is that the tape to seal the bubble wrap?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@We3walk I get those from Walrus Oil. They’re available on their website! I use the tape for the bubble wrap and as packing tape.

[@SuperTitan73]

very nice, i like it alot......what kind of wood is used ?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! This is very figured ambrosia maple.

[@g.levine8123]

Gorgeous!! But man that board is worth $$$$ by the time you get done with it 🤑

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It is for sure! That’s one of the reason I made this video - so people can see how much work goes into it! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@waterlilly62lori]

Where do you find your wood?

[@ceeman625]

Was that a rounding bit or chamfer? Hard to tell but gives it a nice touch

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It’s a chamfer! It does add a great detail.

[@isyt1]

What a great job you’ve done. So professional and it turned out really well! If I had one criticism it would be that it seemed to come out a wee bit dull. Suspect that’s just an artefact of the resin you used so not anything you’ve done wrongly. Edit: just looked back to the beginning - the actual wood you’re using isn’t particular bright so it’s probably just that. Just wondering, what was the black stuff you put on some of the bits? Was it a knot sealer?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your criticism.. you’re right, the wood is a little dull colored (on video) and the epoxy becomes a little dull when I put the food safe oil and wax. It’s Starbond! You’re more than welcome to use my code MAC10 for 10% off to try it. It’s a CA glue that’s perfect for filling knots and cracks.

[@michaelwalton775]

Hi. I have an electric hand planer. Could i use that instead of the hand fed planer. Brilliant board by the way.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! Thanks so much. Absolutely you could, it could just take a little longer 😬

[@michaelwalton775]

Brilliant. Thank you for the reply

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@michaelwalton775 of course!

[@Straixin]

do you ever find that the oil approach to finish comes with any weird foggy edges to the resin? or is that just possibly the outcome if you dont apply wax as well maybe

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I think that can definitely happen. The oil and waxes I use are food safe, so they fog the resin slightly.

[@hrwoodworking8700]

where do you get the tape with your logo on it? That's something that I'd be interested in using as well.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

StickerMule!

[@bertkehler]

That’s Awesome. I need one! Do you sell them? Where can I buy one? What’s the music also?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much. Yes! Check out www.macarthurwoodworks.com and you can create your own custom charcuterie board 😊 the music is my buddy’s song called Rosalee (it’s on Apple Music and Spotify) and the next song is a song we did together called Rain (also on Apple Music and Shopify).

[@stradicfanatic]

I’m using some really nice black walnut for a cutting board like this. But do I need to pretreat the wood with anything before pouring the epoxy?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I would make sure you know this is a charcuterie board - it’s not recommended to use it as a cutting board. Black walnut will be gorgeous! You can pretreat the live edge after getting all the bark off with table top epoxy. Other than that, just make sure the moisture content of your wood is where it needs to be. You can do it!

[@stradicfanatic]

Holy cow I had no idea not to use epoxy for an actual cutting board. Ok charcuterie board it will be! Thank you!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@stradicfanatic of course! I had no idea either when I first started out.

[@stradicfanatic]

@@MacArthurWoodworks one last question. I LOVE that form and looked on their website to get one. What size is the form in this vid?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@stradicfanatic that’s great! Tell him you sent me. This is the 18.5” x 8.5” size.

[@waterlilly62lori]

I see some people seal the live edge with epoxy to guard against air bubbles. Do you find not doing this an issue?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I have not had an issue with it. On bigger projects (tables or desks) I usually seal the edges just to be safe.

[@donnamcdan9326]

What kind of wood did u use on this gorgeous board?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

This is ambrosia maple, but it’s got some crazy crotch figure in it.

[@moondreaminmama]

What type of resin would you use? Food grade? And would it have to be a deep pour for these?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I use SuperClear Liquid Glass on every resin piece I create. The oils and waxes I use on top are food safe. You could pour 1/8” of an inch for a bunch of pours, but it’s a lot easier to use deep pour.

[@johncorbett5209]

Who is singing the sound track, its brilliant like the cutting board

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thank you! That’s my buddy and I singing. It’s called Rain and the other is called Rosalee

[@davedixon5765]

How much trial and error did it take you to get to this point? The artistry of cutting the wood to the pigment in the epoxy. Also, where did you get your iron stamp/brand?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

A LOT of trial and error! I got the iron brand from an Etsy shop.

[@miges2]

One more question. I'd like to order the starbond glue you recommended and want to use your discount code. I went to their website to order and see that they have many different variations of this products. I also noticed that you used a spray after applying the glue in your video. Can you tell me specifically what products I would need to order? Thanks so much for your assistance.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I’d love that! In this video (and for most of my builds) I use the Medium Black CA glue and then a spray can of accelerator. I usually just get the larger sizes because I know I’m going to use them. You will love it!

[@miges2]

@@MacArthurWoodworks Can't wait to give this a try. Thanks so much for your prompt response.

[@miges2]

@@MacArthurWoodworks Just tried ordering and see that shipping to Canada is more than the product itself. That's a bummer.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@miges2 oh, no! I’m sorry to hear that. That really is a bummer.

[@matthewkeen9959]

Sorry to jump on the question, but isn't CA glue toxic? Not food safe? Thinking of trying to make one of these but want it to be ok to eat from.

[@marcocalabresi2901]

Hi! Very good work! I've a question... The mold that you used at the beginning of the video (I mean the one in wich you pour the resin between the wood), is made by you or I can buy it anywhere?.. How is it's correct name?... Because I think is very useful and it can be used many times =)

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! You can buy one at www.ahonuiartisans.com!

[@marcocalabresi2901]

@@MacArthurWoodworks thank you so much

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@marcocalabresi2901 of course!

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

How long did you leave the oil on the board? Did you let the wax sit on it before buffing? I just did a board and my epoxy is full. I left the oil on for 2 hrs then wiped it off and put the board wax on it and buffed it. I sanded till 2000 grit. Don’t know what I did wrong. Can I go back and resend to a higher grit like 8-10,000? Help! Thanks

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I left the oil on 24 hours. I let the wax sit for 15 minutes before buffing. What do you mean your epoxy is full? Do you mean dull? You definitely need to leave the oil on longer than 2 hours. However, if you use a food safe finish it’s going to contain beeswax, which can sometimes make the epoxy dull. I hardly ever sand above 320 grit, so I’m not sure. I would assume if you sand to a higher grit it will become more clear, but again, the food safe oils and waxes can make the finish a bit hazy. If you want a crystal clear finish, I’d recommend table top epoxy!

[@markgray8599]

What are the little triangle things called that you set the board on to dry?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

They’ll called painter’s triangles!

[@ArtGeekTeaching]

Nice video! Where did you get the mold you used for the piece?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks! www.ahonuiartisans.com

[@faptuharrd]

Great work. Will you list the equipments you used here in this comment also. Im very curious.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! The products I used (resin, pigments, oil, etc.) are all listed in the description. As far as tools, I used the DeWalt DW735 planer, Porter Cable 6” jointer, Hitachi 10” sliding miter saw, Festool 5” ETS 125 sander, and a Ryobi buffer/polisher. Does that help? Thanks again for watching and commenting!

[@faptuharrd]

Man thank you so much. I didnt think I'd get a response back from you as most content creators simply dont reply back. I really enjoyed this video and your work.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@faptuharrd I appreciate that so much! It blows my mind that y’all watch and like the videos so I always respond!

[@faptuharrd]

@@MacArthurWoodworks what is the router that you use ?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@faptuharrd it’s a Ryobi battery powered trim router!

[@waterlilly62lori]

When your cutting the ends of the board after the resin has set, why do you choose a miter saw over a table saw?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I used a miter saw then because that’s what I had. I use a table saw now

[@JasonJacobs0105]

What a good sander to use? Both the handheld and the larger machine one.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I love my Festool sanders but they are a little more costly. I don’t have a drum sander machine but I know a lot of people enjoy them. Is that what you were asking?

[@JasonJacobs0105]

@@MacArthurWoodworks What about the Planer? Is that the machine you run it through? Is this normally $500-$1000? Or more?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@JasonJacobs0105 the machine I was using in this video is about $500.

[@JasonJacobs0105]

@@MacArthurWoodworks Thanks! Do you have a link to the one you have?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@JasonJacobs0105 the one in this video is the DeWalt DW735. I’ve since upgraded to a 20” Grizzly Helical head planer.

[@bigbluff5406]

How long did you let the oil sit before you wiped it clean????

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

18-24 hours per the bottle instructions!

[@waterlilly62lori]

What are the powders you mix in?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Pigments from Baltic Day. You can use my code MAC10 for 10% off at Baltic Day!

[@waterlilly62lori]

How do you handle micro-bubbles in your epoxy?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I use the torch or heat gun to get them out.

[@waterlilly62lori]

@@MacArthurWoodworks I do the same, but still tons of microbubbles. What epoxy do you use? Is there a certain way you pour or any advice you can give?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@waterlilly62lori I believe we’re messaging about this on Facebook!

[@annekulit2854]

What is that black thing you put on the middle ? Thank you

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Do you mean the Starbond? It’s a CA glue that fills the smaller cracks and voids. It’s amazing stuff! You can use my code MAC10 to get 10% off!

[@teemb3183]

What is the name of the company that make your forms? I think your work is fantastic!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks so much! His name is Jon Graff with Ahonui Artisans. You can check out his website. The link is in my description!

[@waterlilly62lori]

Question....can you stain a piece of wood to use with resin?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I’m sure you could, but I never have.

[@bananainthetailpipe]

Is the music to this a song by Arthur gun? Sounds just like him.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Hey! The first song is Rosalee by Connor Henderson and the second song is Rain by myself and Connor Henderson. I’ll have to check Arthur Gun out!

[@ThatKrazyBoy]

What did you use on the dark spots to get them to stand out like that, some sort of dye?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It’s just how the pigments ended up. As you can see when I’m mixing the resin, I put a few different colors in and they blended and settled as you see here! Thanks for watching!

[@ThatKrazyBoy]

No I meant that black stuff toward the end when you’re sanding

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@ThatKrazyBoy sorry, I misunderstood. That’s Starbond Adhesives. It’s a CA glue that fills in any remaining voids and cracks. It’s great!

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@ThatKrazyBoy I have an affiliate link in my description if you’re interested in trying any out! I have a 10% off code for you.

[@ThatKrazyBoy]

@@MacArthurWoodworks yessir! Thank you!

[@cierraclauson1871]

What is the black filler you put on the wood before sanding?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

It’s called Starbond. It’s a CA glue that works and looks awesome. You can find it here: www.starbond.com/?rfsn=4901786.80c302

[@DarrellWeavercom]

Since this is a charcuterie board & not a cutting board, I'm assuming that you CAN'T cut on it as that would cut into the resin correct? What about the oil & wax you used, are they food safe or, are they petrochemically based?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I don’t recommend cutting into them with a big knife. The cheese knives are fine. The oil and wax I use are food safe!

[@jacobharrod6912]

Your prices are pretty reasonable for the amount of work involved. I was thinking this is a 400 - 500 dollar piece. About how many hours on average do you spend?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I’ve definitely got some pieces in that price range. This board is only 18” x 8” x 0.75” though. It’s usually around 1.5 hours per board now.

[@jacobharrod6912]

@@MacArthurWoodworks You must have a pretty efficient operation and process through experience then. That's a pretty good turn around time.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@jacobharrod6912 I’ve made around 500 of these, so I’ve figured out how to be as efficient as I can! Haha

[@anthonyfea4623]

Hey man, I hate to bug you but I'm curious where to find black starbond that isn't rubberized... can't seem to find it anywhere..

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

What do you mean rubberized? I’m confused. If you’re at Starbond, be sure to use my MAC10 code for 10% off!

[@anthonyfea4623]

@@MacArthurWoodworks I'm using starbond medium black and the second heading in red stripes on the front says "high impact rubber toughened formula"... I used some about four days ago and can still put a finger nail print in it... any idea what's going on here? Oh and thanks for the discount code I'll certainly use in the future.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@anthonyfea4623 if you can put your fingernail in it you probably applied too much at once. Maybe try sanding it off and see if you can apply more

[@anthonyfea4623]

@@MacArthurWoodworks the worm holes were pretty deep..... any advice on what to fill deep holes with in the future?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

@@anthonyfea4623 you could use a quick setting epoxy OR Starbond makes a thick glue made for deeper voids/cracks.

[@waterlilly62lori]

Is the walrus oil and was food safe?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Yes

[@waterlilly62lori]

What grit did you polish to?

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

I sanded this board to 240 I believe.

[@danielarcher9868]

Unrelated to the video (while I will readily step in among the masses and say it's gorgeous work!) cause anyone identify the title and artist of the second song in the video? It's just as beautiful.

[@MacArthurWoodworks]

Thanks, Daniel! I forget the order of the songs, but are “Rain” by Michael Meeks and Connor Henderson and then “Rosalee” by Connor Henderson. We love playing music together!