Trash Wood To Treasure - DIY Epoxy Cutting Board / Serving Board

I made this DIY epoxy inlaid cutting / serving board with steel metal handles using a cut off from a reclaimed wood pin oak slab. This epoxy cutting board / serving board features cut outs for two whiskey (or tea) glasses, and three cut outs for hor d'oeuvres. I used Total Boat 2:1 epoxy for the inlays which I tinted turquoise. I used my X-Carve from Inventables to create the cut outs in this DIY epoxy cutting board / serving board. At the end of the video I address whether or not epoxy can be food safe. Thanks for watching! Check out my other epoxy projects.
Support on Patreon: / jonnybuilds
Total Boat Epoxy:
www.totalboat.com/
*Use code JBUILDS for 20% off of your order*
Inventables:
Easel (free software): bit.ly/2O914Q6
*Tools I Use*
Hot Glue Gun - amzn.to/2VD94N9
Tuck Tape - amzn.to/2RFYExa
Aluminum Tape - amzn.to/2C5RQ2d
Pigments - amzn.to/2LYJZYC
amzn.to/2H2x0q9
amzn.to/2CYpzfL
Toggle Clamp - amzn.to/2VCph5q
Dental Syringe - amzn.to/2C4f3Sm
Heat Gun - amzn.to/2VBtDK7
Miter Saw - amzn.to/2D6zfpw
Drills - amzn.to/2CGcasI
Sander - amzn.to/2VctsnD
Square - amzn.to/2TXGpl1
Pencils - amzn.to/2pjRbEq
My Camera - amzn.to/2tVqSXF
My Main Lens - amzn.to/2u8p1hH
Music by Epidemic Sound
#epoxy #cuttingboard #servingtray

[@JonnyBuilds]

It’s actually 20% off of Total Boat products at www.totalboat.com/ using code JBUILDS. (I goofed in the video and said 10%)

[@dalemartin7886]

Jonny Builds Doh! I just ordered some epoxy from Total Boat a couple of days ago, wish I would have had the 20% off. Also, just wondering why you use the 2:1 instead of the 5:1?

[@jacquesbotha3923]

What is the open time on the one you used?

[@JonnyBuilds]

2:1 is much more clear, you can repour after an hour, and I’ve used it multiple times with consistent, great results.

[@dalemartin7886]

Jonny Builds thanks for that information. I went ahead and ordered some 2:1 even though I've already got some 5:1 on the way. I'll use the 5:1 when I'm using a dark tint when clarity doesn't matter as much. Thanks again, I look forward to your next project.

[@neveryours91]

The first half of the kzbin.infoUgkx3ICSK6nSknaL_45CU2NmFSoXjarGMDiJ book is everything about wood: types, tools, finishes, setting up shop etc. The second half is all about doing projects for inside and outside of the home. The color pictures are helpful. After reading a dozen of these types of books, this is probably the best overall (layout, color photos, plans). Only detraction is that many of the projects use a table saw/router/planer, which are usually expensive and take up space, so the plans are less friendly to newcomers and the budget conscious. But I know I can use a drill, circular saw or a jigsaw to make the projects.

[@PaulPatrickRogueMissionary]

Easily one of my favorite serving boards I've ever seen. I just cut up about 70 walnut serving boards (for Christmas gifts) to work on this year and I'll be using this as a guide for a few of them. Great work. I love it.

[@ZeyadLT]

Good job man I love people like this they have patience

[@MosnoAlMoseeki]

That is a beautiful board. Nicely Done.

[@sz8558]

Firstly...great vid...but weirdly...who the hell thinks about starting a vintage reclaimed lumber store? Bloody legendary

[@Mr.GucciClass1A]

This is soo cool. But at my parties my booze pours are far more generous and my crowds would be pissed if I only provided 3 olives. 😉 All kidding aside, this is great Vid and build. I feel like I always love the idea of making these things but lack the confidence and some tools to do so. I also think I can’t seem to find nice wood slabs like that in Seattle. Every time I go searching they are either all taken or not existent. 😉 But this is inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

[@heyimamaker]

That wood grain is crazy good! Nice work Jonny!

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks!

[@morganklodibex8696]

We seriously need more close up shots of that masterpiece, dude

[@chairman72]

10 extra points for pouring Makers Mark at the end. :)

[@tinywoodshop5491]

Good shit man, I love the grain in this piece!

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks! It was so beautiful that I had to use it for this project.

[@BruceAUlrich]

Love it, Jonny! I thing the two minimal steel handles are a nice touch. I use this shim method a lot. It’s a great one.

[@almamater7860]

Very beautiful!

[@TheBeerbelly007]

Really like the wood and metal, nice board---

[@WoodWorkLIFE]

Good stuff Jonny! Congrats on 100k!

[@t.pisani8239]

I've seen a lot of people use sheathing tape for their molds. Packing tape works just as well for me and is much cheaper.

[@chrystald.]

Beautiful from start to finish! I love the color.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks Chrystal!!

[@kuncorotriatmoko4794]

Just found your video during the WFH. It’s very entertaining, wish that someday I could do the same things...

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@samwilkinson9670]

That’s so nice man. Unreal.

[@samwilkinson9670]

Very Chris salamone though ;)

[@KOTEC525]

Dang...wish I had the resources and space for a shop like that! Really impressed with your work..subscribed!

[@fb706]

Very nice .....thank you

[@donfillenworth1721]

Wow! Really nice. You should be proud! Thanks for sharing.

[@MadebyMitch]

Great video Jonny. I really love what you are doing with epoxy. It was good meeting you at WBC. Keep up the great work! 👍

[@JonnyBuilds]

Great to meet you Mitch!

[@nancysanchez7267]

I LOVE THIS!!!!

[@deborahsimonson5844]

Beautiful. You also do a really good job of showing us how you did everything. Isn't there a tool to use to push your wood through the table saw, your freaking me out getting your hand so close to the blade.

[@ornn6177]

cup holders should be deeper and the snack holder should be half has deep as the cup holder

[@dawnabbott3783]

What would your suggestion be for the cut outs if a person does not have x-carve machine

[@purplebabushka852]

I got some great ideas from you. Thanks.

[@gouravsethy5777]

Brilliant

[@adenteo3823]

amazing stuff man

[@odemonet]

Do you sell these? I LOVE THIS ONE!

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@TheSantu1985]

Cheers

[@sqnhunter]

wood glue. Can always find plenty in any good workshop, lol :P

[@marlonpump13]

It is a cutting board. What I don't like about it is the flat bar at the either side of the corner... Why?.... Because, what if you were cutting a meat and accidentally you hit the steel bar, the knife might get damage... But overall... It was damn good. Kudos to you.. Thanks for that wonderful video...

[@btbcc12859]

I want this

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@dr13666]

Отлично!

[@priyamalhotra1853]

Beautifully done! Can you please send the LINK for beeswax you used? I don't see it in the description.

[@priyamalhotra1853]

@@JonnyBuilds Thanks for the LINK! I have zero experience and tools to make a board on my own. I still want to try the resin part. I am on limited budget. I was thinking contacting some wood working shop who can cut the piece for me. Is that the best option for me? Also, what kind of wood piece I ask for?

[@JonnyBuilds]

If you want something similar to what I made you need a small slab or off cut that has natural void you can fill with epoxy. Another option is to have a traditional cutting board made and router in recesses that you can fill with epoxy. It’s important to remember that you need to build up a good finish and wax over the epoxy sections. Never put hot foods on the epoxy sections, and never cut into the epoxy. Thanks 🙏

[@priyamalhotra1853]

@@JonnyBuilds I don't think I can attempt what you made yet. Will start will something more simple. Thanks for the tips :)

[@adamunderwood3337]

How do you keep the dye from bleeding into the wood? All the dyed epoxy pours I've done stain the surrounding wood. Not sure what I'm doing wrong

[@JonnyBuilds]

What sort of wood are you using?

[@adamunderwood3337]

@@JonnyBuilds Ive had this happen on both Red Oak and Ambrosia Maple.

[@ManufakturaSokolowski]

awesome!

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks!

[@maxnottingham6616]

Why the dislikes? It looks beautiful and was very soothing to watch! :)

[@luisstanker1491]

Where is d profesional Handwork. To cut a 4 corner Wood plate. D real job cnc router hv done it. Just a Laptop Nerd who want to play a bit Hobby Carpenter. But Americans cant to anything without PC.

[@ankitminglani]

is epoxy safe with food ?

[@MarilinMamolite]

Excelente 👏👏👏😘

[@rakashaagain]

awesome project, but the Xcarve crap is so not fun to watch. I wanted to see how you can do it by hand.

[@ojlove11]

shoutout to them acting skills at 9:05

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thank you!

[@AldenRogers]

where do you get "food safe" epoxy?

[@pinkrainclouds2190]

I saw that no one responded, so I did a little digging. To be fair, I don't know much about this. I just looked up "the best food-safe epoxy" on google. -theepoxyexperts.com/shop/casting-resins/hard-casting/max-clr-24-oz-epoxy-resin-food-safe-fda-compliant-clear-high-impact-coating/ ArtResin prides itself on being food safe once cured. www.artresin.com/pages/faq Im bedridden, so I have nothing else to do but look these up. Please let me know if it helped.

[@Be3Al2]

is this food grade resin.

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@sharmeensiddiqui643]

Is KZbin recommending this to everyone randomly

[@Sa1l3r_]

5:23 can i please get a link to this machine?

[@JonnyBuilds]

www.inventables.com/technologies/x-carve?ref=jonnybuilds

[@Brandtphenom]

Not DIY unless you own or know a great neighbor with those tools. beautiful work nonetheless.

[@ChefLilnek]

Looks awesome. I really want to try epoxy and this would be a great first project. Is the epoxy food grade , is there such a thing? Edit: Oops was commenting while watching didn’t see the end yet

[@DreamLoveBeautyandMayhem]

How do you know if it's food safe epoxy

[@JNYC-gb1pp]

Dude, you need way more snacks. Just sayin' . Awesome project though. ;)

[@Tyrone-Ward]

I like the video, but it's hard to see myself ever making one of these or even attempting to make one because you use thousands of dollars of equipment in the video.

[@TheDudeRTR]

Rome was not build in a day.

[@--Justin--]

8:35 "Very good" he says, after displaying facial expressions that look like he just drank burning diesel.

[@mzdiamondlover]

If only I had all those tools... I WOULD TOTALLY DO PROJECTS LIKE THIS!! I love ittt!!!!

[@giantsfan1925]

do it. its fun.

[@genericname9024]

Beautiful! Thanks for including the part about the chunk ripping out and how you fixed it. A lot of DIY youtubers leave out accidents like that!

[@lilout3447]

This is such a beautiful job, a master technique and a perfect concept! Thanks for sharing this with us. I'm wondering if you ever sell some of the things you create? Or if it's just for the video and you keep it after? Thank you!

[@user-ww3rm3mz3i]

This is lovely, unfortunately you use so many expensive professional equipment that I will never have at home. I personally love watching DIY to see how I can make them myself.

[@Gonzalez956]

T then go to a broke youtuber😂

[@darkmeadows7039]

You can easily do this with: a handsaw, sandpaper, a set of wood chisel and a hand drill.

[@user-ww3rm3mz3i]

@@darkmeadows7039 Thanks - its nice when it is said how you could do it as a novice with less elaborate tools.

[@darkmeadows7039]

T Np 🙂

[@billm1651]

Then save up. I started 5 years ago with a $70 craigslist miter saw and a $60 dewalt orbital sander and built ana white furniture. I now have a shed filled with some nice tools (I always buy used). Unless you have a lot of money it's hard to get instant gratification when you start off in wood working. You can easily build this with hand tools, it will just take a lot longer.

[@modustrial]

Embarrassed to admit, I actually like the sparkly epoxy in this one..... :)

[@JonnyBuilds]

I knew I should’ve added even more sparkles!

[@NicoleHerrickDIY]

Ahh so beautiful! I need a planer in my life.

[@mattdegooyer5870]

I really appreciate how you produced this content. After seeing this, I can clearly see how to step up my DIY game, more importantly YOU gave me the HOW. I am so excited to see future builds.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thank you Matt!

[@leifprice8836]

Need to see things from a different perspective. The transition from trash to treasure is stunning.

[@combatcookOIF2]

Great video and awesome project. One question... what makes a piece of wood "vintage"?

[@raynoladominguez4730]

Oh my, that is so beautiful. I am with you, I love the turquoise epoxy blend; it could be your signature.

[@KomarProject]

Great video brother. Love how you used those pickets as your backdrop in the final shots. That’s a awesome idea !!

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks!

[@coolinlogo]

I share these vids with my brother and parents. Everyone thinks its rad and I get to learn so much. I love the wood working community so much because everyone just wants to share their projects, passion, and knowledge.

[@philippme5889]

Hey, great project! How long do you let the mineral oil soak in? all the best from germany

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

I was working on a joke, but then you landed your “served” pun and I just can’t.

[@davidross8774]

Looking to get into epoxy and wood working. My question is how do you know how much to charge for you work ?

[@waspliver7275]

david ross I don’t do that stuff, but it’s all about size, complexity, and material. If you use a lot of epoxy, it would add to the overall price. If you use a small amount of epoxy, but a lot of wood and time, then that would add to complexity and price. If you spend maybe a day making something that’s medium size and takes a medium amount of epoxy, maybe range it around 40-60 dollars. If you make something large and use a lot of time and effort, then range it around 50-60. Make sure the price is enough to cover for the materials, then add what you think is good to the price for labor. I hope I help even a tiny bit, and I would love to see your projects.

[@user-hw9fr4fr6q]

Other than the woods... Is there a good starting place you would recommend to find wood? I live in a very wet area so a lot of the "la natural" options are oooof

[@jamestroutman7517]

Am I the only one that’s pretty confident that he’s pouring makers mark into those glasses? Lol

[@bwhite661]

curious about your planer blades to avoid tear out of that exotic grain. Does your Grizzly have straight blades or one of the helical style heads.

[@harrison7222]

Jonny, do you have to mix up a whole new batch of epoxy each time you do a 1/4” pour? Or is there a way to save it in between pours?

[@laff000]

I was wondering the same thing. How much time is there in between pours

[@proliferuiner]

why did you thread the steele ?

[@JonnyBuilds]

Bc my powertap bits drill thru steel the fastest.

[@timtoggs]

Well done! I'm sure Shaun Boyd would appreciate the closing pun.

[@jess201032]

What color pigment do you use? I love watching your videos. I’m just getting into woodworking and your videos are educational and inspirational!

[@4691cvdivad]

Lol! $20,000 worth of equipment to make a $100 cutting board. Nice board but really, who has all that equipment to work with?

[@Roy.Bukan.Arsitek]

Iam from indonesia.. i like this

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@myconstruction]

Thanks for the code, just ordered 2 Gallons. New Sub and loving all the tricks and pointers, thank you!!!

[@JD-be7ys]

Jonny, The turquoise is a perfect shade. The combination of steel, wood, and the blue/green epoxy is very artistic. Very sharp build!

[@stephanforseilles]

I usually use food-safe epoxy (it's a thing...) and food dye for things that might get in contact with food. I agree that under normal circumstances normal epoxy and pigments shouldn't be a problem but you never know: one day someone might cut a dried sausage with a bread knife on that board. ;)

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@blackdawg242]

Beautiful craftsmanship! How would you suggest cleaning a board like that to keep it food safe and avoid hurting the finish?

[@siriosstar4789]

Epoxy in a cutting board ? super bad idea . think of all those tiny toxic particles entering your body

[@MaMaTArtlife]

I love this project idea. We moved to Oklahoma in May, where do you go to get wood in OKC

[@jcast25]

There is a sawmill in NE OKC, I can't remember the name but if you search for "sawmill okc" I'm sure you will get several options.

[@MaMaTArtlife]

@@jcast25 Thank you.

[@sprntkr]

I like the color combo. Can you tell us which black diamond pigments those were?

[@JolienBrebels]

Just like you do, I still love the color you are applying every time! I need to try epoxy one day!

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks Jolien!

[@mannysandhu2003]

I would just gave up and chopped on the block of wood

[@eladsinay6914]

How did you give the metal handles that rustic look? Also, what kind of wood did you mention this was ?

[@eladsinay6914]

How did you give the metal handles that rustic look? Also, what kind of wood did you mention this was ?

[@c0c0nutm1lk4]

What dyes do you recommend for expoxy?? The ones I have aren't the best quality

[@MegaFaisalpk]

Well done!! Please mention the total cost for this project? Including wood and epoxy etc

[@keeeessler]

0:31 "....that I decided to fill with epoxy because..... well that's what I do"

[@rubberdwellers3911]

Fellow Okie!! Boomer Sooner!! Beautiful work. (If you're a Cowboy 🤠 I will forgive you)

[@JonnyBuilds]

There was once a period in my life where I had time to be an avid sports fan. During that time I rooted hard for them Sooners. Boomer.

[@rubberdwellers3911]

@@JonnyBuilds I don't do sports at all but always cheer for them! SOONER!

[@Aztecs911]

Nice project. But.... It would be so much simpler to put your 2 drinks on coasters and your olives & cashews on a little dish. I wouldn't go through all that work to impress another dude with a drink and little snacks. Just saying.

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@miamitreasurehunter]

Beautiful, nothing like Real Wood.

[@davidmasismora9296]

What is the model name is the cnc machine. I love it, it's perfect !!!

[@AmplifyDIY]

What a neat project! I love the unique end result... it looks awesome! How heavy is that thing?

[@Lyka28]

I love it the color paint he use its my favorites color😍🤩❤️

[@chrisschlievert8703]

Beautiful. How scratch-resistant is it, since it is spalted?

[@Rhondaktw]

At about 7:36 you are sanding it. Are you sanding over the epoxy as well as the wood? If so, what grit are you using on the epoxy?

[@traviscoble1409]

If you like this you may like our videos we do custom guitar building come check out our channel if you have time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6KkY4l9ardpp8k

[@rynsurfarnsurf3785]

Does anyone actually own those tools? I’m broke cuz