Mastering the Art of Custom Edge Grain Cutting Board Construction with Walnut and Maple

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By: April Wilkerson

The video demonstrates a detailed process of creating a custom edge grain cutting board made from Walnut and Maple. The creator uses an Incra-style design with incrementally changing widths of contrasting Walnut and Maple. This resulted in a striking design with the pattern getting smaller and larger from left to right and vice versa. The woodworker revealed his exact process, from choosing boards, flattening, planing, cutting strips, and gluing to shaping and finishing. He succeeds in making the board functional with added elements like the juice groove and handles on the side. Despite a minor mishap during the routing process, the outcome is quite remarkable.

The finish on the cutting board is absolutely stunning; the contrast between the Walnut and Maple leads to an outstanding pattern and the smooth finish added to its appeal. The creator captured the intricacies of woodworking in a digestible and engaging way, making the process seem doable for even beginner woodworkers. The video indeed leaves the viewer with an appreciation for the artistry involved in creating custom woodwork pieces. However, one key takeaway is to always be mindful of details, especially when routing, to prevent unintended chipping or carving away at the main workpiece.

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