Make sure the ends of the boards line up as close as possible since this will save time sanding later.
How to build a butcher block cutting board. After all the board are glued clamp tightly placing a clamp about 1 3 of the way along the long side of you cutting board as in the picture. Shape the butcher block. How to make butcher block cutting boards place all of the boards parallel to each other flat across two sawhorses. Use a table saw or circular saw for this you could also use a jig saw if need be.
Either plane or sand the block. How to make a butcher block cutting board step 1. Once your glue has set in a striped pattern you will then cut your board into 1 1 2 strips in the opposite direction as your stripes run and create strips with alternating color blocks. End grain butcher block cutting board.
Apply the food safe. Organize the strips and apply glue. Finish the cutting board. Run a bead of glue down the face of each board except the last one farthest from your body.
If you like it please feel free to subscribe and follow me on youtube thanks. Clean up the raw boards ends and sides. One of my favorite woodworking projects is a butcher block end grain cutting board. A custom cutting board makes a great gift and many woodworkers make them in.
Route the cutting board. Cut the boards into 3 4 strips. I d like to show you how you can create this lovely end grain cutting board with a few wood species and some glue. Mix the powdered resin glue with water according to manufacturer s directions.