Make Scrap Wood Look Like This

This is a surprisingly easy DIY project, that you might be able to make for free if you have some epoxy left over from an old project. I took some old cedar fence panels, burned them with propane torch, then covered with epoxy. What I got was a pretty cool 3D wood and epoxy coaster unlike any I had seen before. Hope you like it, let me know if you have any questions!
Blog post on this build: www.blacktailstudio.com/blog/...
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Items/products used:
Liquid glass (deep pour) epoxy: amzn.to/39xYCfF
Better boat (table top) epoxy $20: amzn.to/3aCYU6p
Better boat (table top) 1 gallon kit: amzn.to/3bH4uVw
Propane torch (best one): amzn.to/3aEC7XO
Propane torch (cheaper one): amzn.to/2w6uSZT
Tyvek tape: amzn.to/2wT7e3e
Disposable brush: amzn.to/2wY9wOy
Laguna bandsaw: amzn.to/2w2Y3ge
Shellac: amzn.to/3aECmCc
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[@STARFIRESOLAR]

DUDE! Those would make fantastic wall tiles! Maybe not for a shower but for smaller areas like back splashes or other decorative applications in a black color scheme. That depth of finish is awesome!

[@Ragran]

I was thinking these would be nice for a camper conversion I'm working on but might take too much time.

[@fishboy1248]

This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.

[@johnarnold5739]

Honestly the one with the smudge has the best burn lines, this will be my first epoxy project start with coasters and move up. Thanks for all your videos

[@JCraftvfx]

Very nice! Finally a smaller project I can dip my hands into. I've been wanting to make an epoxy table but seems like such an undertaking. This I could at least get the feel for working with epoxy without spending a lot.

[@ellismidkiff6117]

My thought exactly

[@gutterziswin]

exactly what I thought :)

[@iainarthur7713]

A next step might be to make small shelf using a knotty/cracked/knackered piece of hard wood (I used left over/rotting oak planks) - you can practice sealing the knots/cracks, then filling with small amounts of epoxy (coloured if you want), then flattening/sanding/finishing. If you have some big cracks you can double up and practice a few bowties as well :) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIm8nqutmbBslZY

[@Sugaree43]

I love that burnt wood effect, the table is stunning too. An accent wall tiled in that would be cool!

[@hegmonster]

1:44 you left a control subject and proved the need for bubble popping. Very scientific. 4:20 We watch these because you talk fast. So many crafters make us watch extended/repetitive actions while droning on. This was a perfect execution and I want these coasters!

[@lanfearsdragon880]

😂😂 so true. Nailed it!

[@paulcannon5341]

I found your video interesting and rather complete in the amount of information given on how to do the hentire job. Thank you and don't stop the videos, can't wait for the table you mentioned. Cheers

[@carrieandretti]

Peach Bellini Cocktail - I love your coasters! Clear, shiny & shows off the pattern beneath. Your so brave using fire, then covering it with epoxy. Never seen that done without removing all the excess prior to epoxy. Most say it can't be done, yet you did it. Amazing & thank you for sharing 💜

[@ClaudioFernandes]

Ficou perfeito muito lindo parabéns

[@jasonh.3006]

Ice tea is my favorite, I was gonna mention trying a table like that and I seen you're already on it. Awesome can't wait to see.

[@BlacktailStudio]

Thanks Jason! And it’s coming

[@genarogomez9535]

LOL

[@roseosborne4632]

I live in an RV, ( travelling Australia) so just watch… and chill… this is one of my favourite pieces, loved the random finish…. Awesome..

[@TheBrandonmull]

I have many woodworking tools- but in a small shed that doesn’t give very much room to move around- but I am about to figure it out- these videos are very inspiring and you make beautiful pieces!

[@MikeOrkid]

Monster (energy) I love the charred wood look. I do a bunch of lichtenberg figures in wood. Custom frames, walking sticks, basically anything wood that I work with that doesn't have to be immaculate.

[@Airn5475]

Lemonade: Great background for a logo to go right in the middle! Love it

[@BlacktailStudio]

Thanks buddy!

[@billysaunders4877]

Testing out four of them! Just sealed them up. Gonna try to use a router jig like you said. But thank you for all the great videos I’m a beginner and I’ve learned a lot from your Channel

[@christieintexas2001]

Those are so cool!!!! I love how they turned out...you did an awesome job.

[@alphaking96]

One thing that might be neat is after you do the first epoxy pour... Going back with a cnc router and v bit and engraving some design and doing a different colored epoxy inlay and then sanding smooth and sealing with the epoxy top coat

[@mellalove8381]

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[@liamwilgar1914]

Love it.

[@Anonymous-zb7iw]

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[@pizzatide8328]

Have you ever thought of painting reds and oranges in some of the charred recesses to make the appearance of burning embers? It is something I would like to try eventually.

[@graywoulf]

I was thinking the same thing. That would be really cool looking. No pun intended. 😉

[@featherstone5051]

Had the same thought just before i saw your comment, i'd be really cool if done right!

[@pamav7414]

@@graywoulf there was no pun in the first place bud

[@TheGrumpyChef]

It would be very interesting to know and see the results if anyone has done this, please share if so

[@JENi-vx3yn]

Or you could do it with orange fluoroscent resin and have UV light on top oh it?

[@johandridutoit4876]

Monster loco-first time watching. I want to make a coaster for my dad for his birthday. This will be my second tjme woodworking ever, but my first project was about just as difficult and I managed it pretty well. This video is super enlightening. I really enjoyed watching it

[@rodneymacomber6337]

You’re a good professor, I like V-8. In a very short time You convinced me I need a shaper origin, a must have as a professional woodworker.

[@Tammayrend]

I’m surprised you didn’t add felt or cork to the bottom! I might like to see them partially sanded too, for another look of the wood charring. Another thought would be to add some mica to that sealing coat!

[@petehafner1659]

You made that look so easy, they turned out great! Didn't see a smudge.

[@BlacktailStudio]

Thanks Pete!

[@microbe2008]

Thank you for this amazing idea. Looks amazing. Great Job once again. LOVE IT

[@keenanesilva5444]

Love your work, you are the epoxy king!! I'm getting into wood working after watching your channel. Might pick your brain on the epoxy side of things. Keep up the good work! All the way from South Africa!! 🇿🇦

[@FearEeatsTheSoul]

“Dead Guy”, I watched the entire Video... an SUBSCRIBED!! See you on the next one. Amazing Job!!

[@TheJhowNM]

Man these would look great as backsplash for a sink area on a bar in your house. Or even in the kitchen it would look so cool as a backsplash.

[@BigJuicyBlake]

I came to comment this

[@zpitfiyer]

Lol, I just had the same comment

[@kalarora]

You are polite and very expressive. I like how you work.. one day I would like to do a small project. For now I am learning from you a lot. Impressive work,Sir..

[@SsiolisP]

Coffee. I also loved the charred table. I could see these being used as decorative tiles on the wall behind an old wood stove or even the wall of a kitchen countertop (perhaps in the kitchen of a stylish restaurant).

[@CrisAnderson27]

Around a wood stove, you could selectively use orange, yellow, and maybe white metallic paint over the char...then clear coat. For a 3d sort of burning embers effect. It would look like the stove had, and was in process of...burning a hole in the wall behind it lol. I know they have high heat resins...but I don't know how clear they pour.

[@Monkehbutler]

I was like, "Sweet, time to see the tabl- this was posted a week ago, gotta wait." Rogue Dead Guy for the win. Subbed.

[@BlacktailStudio]

Boom.

[@UbiDoobyBanooby]

Can’t wait to see the table video as well. After doing Shou sugi ban epoxy projects on a small scale myself I’ve wanted to see how someone might do it on a larger scale. There are a few snags I can imagine.

[@def4747]

Wow! That would be perfect for backsplash tiles :)

[@BlacktailStudio]

Good call!

[@sint5990]

Oh that’s a great idea!

[@superclaymaster]

Great idea! Ice Water

[@johnweddington9097]

Yea back splash

[@DanielBrowne-dz7we]

Actually, think again- the high gloss black would show mineral deposits.

[@montanaboom1]

Irish Death beer would look great on those coasters! Excellent & detailed description of how to do these coasters, Cam! Keep the videos coming

[@konosaka1910]

THIS IS CREATIVITY. I LOVED IT

[@denyceesty2494]

Chess board with chard and chard with red dye resin or a cribbage board

[@XVRickXV]

Excellent idea

[@Colby83]

Epic

[@WinterSo1dier]

Love this idea 💡 ❤️❤️

[@risennation1239]

2500$ plus tax and shipping. I can do it for you.

[@boywithahome]

$2000 and free shipping. I can do it for you.

[@BakerTheCreator]

IPA. love the Coasters! You definetly just put a burned wood project on my todo list 🤣

[@BlacktailStudio]

Nice!

[@tezmago6671]

Water on ice! And I'd love to have coasters like these! They look wonderful.

[@gowithjoeoutdoors]

Coffeeee! Really enjoyed this one... might be the project that finally pushes me into epoxy work for the first time!

[@rudycockrell655]

This would look awesome done on full plywood sheets for countertops or wall coverings

[@MrRackinroll]

You should see my live edge counter burnt and expoyesd with a glittery comet across one face

[@thutsuribe7529]

Arizona Greed tea, I'd love to see how a Desk with a top like this would look

[@BlacktailStudio]

I hope to make one!

[@drewp132]

I second this^

[@UbiDoobyBanooby]

I’ve been considering this as well after doing a bunch of tiles like this for a bathroom wall for a client. It looks amazing.

[@MzShugr]

Sweet tea and lemonade. Love this. Can’t wait to try it

[@TheFacilitiesOfficer]

Always a cuppa tea - coasters came out amazing

[@TedOfNod]

The tears of my childhood bully. How about charring the wood of a river table? Char wood Seal charred wood Pour river Pour an additional 1/2 inch over everything I think the shou sugi ban would look great with a grey-pearlescent river. 😯

[@BlacktailStudio]

I like it Ted!

[@daf3000]

That would be dope, but if you really got ambitious, you could create enough to make a backsplash!

[@philliprowland2161]

Not a huge river table fan anymore, but the favorite drink had me rolling lol. Reminded me of the chili con carnival episode of south park.

[@DanielBrowne-dz7we]

“The tears of my childhood bully”!🤣

[@tedspens]

These look like a fun project. The hardest part for me would be getting my guests to use them! Maybe I need better guests, LOL. Coffee

[@BlacktailStudio]

I feel the same!

[@daltanionwaves]

Oh you mean because they're savages that wouldn't use coasters... I guess I'd be in the same boat. 🤔

[@Jayll1984]

Just keep the torch close and when they attempt to put their cup/glass on the table instead of coaster get the torch out. Wanna bet it will work??

[@louisholtz2779]

@@BlacktailStudio has

[@donaldmatthies6026]

Water! Hydration is the key to life! It's your channel make anything you want to. Thank you for taking time to make and post the video.

[@BlacktailStudio]

Thanks Don!

[@bobbarrett2631]

Love this fella. Love the visual texture of the charred wood (ok, lumber to you) and super smooth glass finish. More please.

[@jainikshah8447]

Delaware Mixology.

[@jah0350]

Coffee doesn't require a coaster but this video requires a "like" :)

[@TonyaTko]

Lemonade (made with ACV instead of lemons): Why didn't you sand the sides for a nice smooth all around finish? And some gold flecks would be nice with this

[@ManBearPigLOL]

try switchel, apple cider vinegar water ginger brown sugar

[@yongyea4147]

@@ManBearPigLOL have you ever drank wassle????

[@ManBearPigLOL]

@@yongyea4147 yep very good stuff

[@somebody4578]

Omg amaaaaazing 😍 The beauty of the depth made me speechless 😍💓 Thank you so much for sharing this piece of art🥰

[@BlacktailStudio]

Oh thanks!

[@joewilkinson4944]

Absolutely stunning, you've totally gave me the bug to give it a go , just need a bandsaw to finish lol , welldone 💪👌

[@ausbrook]

Oddly, Oreo Smoothies is my favorite drink.

[@BlacktailStudio]

First one to say that!

[@dvaldiviez]

Dr.Pepper: Dang it... Now I want my whole computer Desk to be like this......and maybe some shelves.

[@BlacktailStudio]

I want to do more too!

[@mechafan180]

I've actually done this to a side of a bed frame I made out of 2x12, I used too much micro pearl in mine so you can barely see the burn.

[@UbiDoobyBanooby]

I just finished doing an entire wall of rectangle tiles like this for a bathroom. It turned out super cool.

[@robbiesmithmsubullykennel]

@@UbiDoobyBanooby pic?

[@UbiDoobyBanooby]

robert smith msu bully kennel aliendawgs bloodline not sure how to post a pic but I could upload a video I took maybe. I’ll let you know if I do.

[@Hunterslife315]

Great idea man. You just gave me a new idea for wall tiles or whatnot in the bathroom.

[@LizzieWhiz]

I think they look fabulous. Would love to see a table done like this or a bookcase.

[@phin3303]

Rum: should I try make a guitar with this idea?

[@BlacktailStudio]

You should

[@DarrellSMoore]

Absolutely!

[@357Dejavu]

Phin Hayes that would be super mettle! I love it!

[@LeChrizzle]

I already did! Rub mica pigment or glow in the dark pigment into the cracks before the poxy pour. Have a look on instagram XTN Guitars.

[@chrisemerson7743]

Hell yea

[@guiguigodro]

5 minutes wasn't that hard even for someone with ADD 😂 great project! It looks great

[@derekdodson5623]

Stout looking coasters. Very cool use of scrap, Cam. Thanks

[@wesbrashier5022]

Natural light on that finish looks great.

[@StandWithRussia]

I got to admit that finger got really close to that blade. Haha might want to be careful there mate. Apart from that these things came out amazing

[@roman_ds_]

This would look amazing if done on a guitar.

[@BlacktailStudio]

Totally would

[@madeleinegombert661]

Loved the burnt coasters.

[@johnfisher4910]

Great idea! I think I'll use this finish on my next set of speaker boxes.

[@janeromnicki6598]

I did it with the Woodglut plans.

[@ChadNedland]

Coffee with turmeric and coconut oil

[@mackenziemill]

Milk, I love this! I am definitely going to be doing this in January Thanks xoxo Sandy

[@princepersona]

Coffee/Tea. I think Cabinets would look really nice. Oh! A topper for a Red Stained Dresser would be nice as well.

[@DesignRhythm]

Love a nice strong well hopped IPA. As for the coasters: Beautiful, very cool.

[@Chas_Reno]

cool anything.... Really enjoy..thank you for the show(s).

[@blakepeavler2897]

So awesome I plan on making my own wood projects like this

[@bereanwarrior]

Hey Whistle Pig Piggy Back - thanks for putting up all the videos that you do. Some of your projects are absolutely amazing and inspiring.

[@santy5559]

Thanks Cam you've just inspired my next mini project, keep up the awesome work. I'll post on insta when they are done 😁😁

[@trulsdirio]

Okay, this as a k I've handle will be great. Gonna try it sometime!

[@jamesmerkel1932]

Fraoch, and this has given me an idea for "black canvas" relief carvings, thanks!

[@eh_bailey]

ginger ale - Great idea. I don't need coasters, but I'm definitely going to use it for something. 👍

[@kre8kayos]

Crown Royal....That being said...I love your videos so much ...everything you create is absolutely beautiful...thanks for the education and entertainment...keep it coming...

[@michiganracer1181]

Whiskey, looks like a fun project, being a firefighter you just gave me a great idea for a homemade gift for fellow firefighters.

[@jcnew948]

Water! I love the coasters. Excellent presentation and I don’t mind the fast talk. It tells me your getting down to business.

[@ryanlaabs6034]

These would make a really cool tile project

[@boldgirl1172]

You are very detailed in your description and explaination and that is why I subscribed. My favourite beverage is any Blackcurrant beverage drink plus the result from those wood blocks were superb.

[@aerball]

Really digging 312 from Goose Island right now. Dead Guy ale is also super good and I completely forgot about it. Absolutely in love with how you are so succinct yet still give enough extra details and suggestions as you talk. Dont apologize for how fast you go! Thats's what the pause button is for haha.

[@brendascutt928]

Pabst PBR! Awesome! My husband and I love your tables, absolutely beautiful!!

[@davidpotter3777]

Talking is good not annoying good flow nice project technique sensitive well explained God bless you and your family

[@alienredwolf]

Rogue's DEAD GUY ALE! Tried it for the first time last week here in Australia and fell in love. Immediately one of my fav beers.

[@FWilliamAnderson]

Hot tea. Great idea! I'm thinking this would look great on my C end tables. Thanks man!

[@flexingrightsmn2751]

Got me hooked on your videos keep them coming.

[@ellefi4101]

Bordeaux ! 😍 Merci pour tes vidéos et tes créations ! Thanks a lot.

[@Buddygaming8229]

Tea ☕️ loving your vids at the mo there making me won’t to take up epoxy project a hole bench done like that would look awesome 👍

[@salmonesque]

Today it's Barolo! Great video. Love these coasters.

[@fredgonzini7099]

Great video I'm making some so for so good. I need to work on getting the epoxy down the sides. Great gift for a man cave

[@vorant77]

I really like the idea for a table top made with the "Japanenese shou sugi ban" technic and its got me thinking about a new computer desk top I need to make. Thanks for the video.

[@zachsquyres3369]

Sweet tea I really love these coasters

[@jdbice99]

Bud light that’s a great idea with the epoxy box’s I turned my barn into a wood shop and dust is a huge problem for me but I am going to try this also i was worried about using 2 different kinds of epoxy but it seemed to turn out well. Thanks for the video I will be trying this idea for sure.

[@katsumiskytower8714]

Surge! I love the look of the burned wood!

[@calebbatson4509]

Coors light...loved the idea. Can't wait for the next

[@BlacktailStudio]

Thanks!

[@stokebailey]

Coffee. Thanks also for tabletop epoxy tip that I can use on another project.

[@naeemsafdar1983]

Mind blown, already a fan. That’s was amazing

[@BlacktailStudio]

Thanks!

[@apg0014]

Shiner Bock. Nice little project, love the burnt look under that acrylic

[@kaydonahue]

Tea is my favorite! Very Good Idea!

[@jannbailey3738]

I missed this one. This is small enough for me to do. Thanks!

[@alphatoyouromega1475]

Love you channel, a am new to your wood working skills....I must say that it is very helpful to us DIYers...Thanks and I love a good Bacardi and Coke😎

[@whydahell3816]

Monster....these are amazing, it's like making your own porcelain type tiles. Cool backslash

[@davidgibbs5975]

DEFINITELY nice coasters, never done epoxy, but going too give it a try