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This is a simple long grain cutting board I built for a guy who didn't like an end grain one that I had made. He wanted something simpler and cheaper. It is made of some scraps of hard maple, cherry, and walnut I had left over from some other projects. I used Titebond II for the glue up. Overall dimensions were roughly 14" x 16" x just under 3/4" thick. I eased the edges on my router table with a round over bit and then sanded the whole board up to 220 grit. It was finished with 3 coats of walnut oil. Just prior to finishing but after sanding I stuck on 4 3M rubber bumper to the bottom. This is the first time I used adhesive bumpers (I usually use ones with screws) and I was really happy with how they turned out. Just be sure to clean the board real good before sticking them on.

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This is well done and I like the choice of wood.

In addition to time in the workshop I also spend time in the kitchen. As a woodworker, I like end grain cutting boards that are somewhat thick with some real substance. As a cook, I like cutting boards that are thin and long grain is fine.

There is another way to think about cutting boards - Are they for show or are they to be used on a regular basis? Thick end grained cutting boards are showy. Thinner, long grain boards are practical.
 

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Hi Rich,

Thanks for the comments. I agree on the practicality of this board too. End Grain boards are nice and durable but this one was very light and seemed "handy" to me..
 
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