Build Process Photos
Original Slab
Who see's a buffalo? ----
Photo's with size scale to be used for determining cut locations with Bluebeam PDF Editor
Layout Twice...Cut Once
Before making any cuts, I explored multiple layout possibilities using Bluebeam PDF editor. The scaled slab photo's were overlayed onto rectangles that represent the intended finish dimensions of serving tray. This allowed for multiple "cut combo's" to be reviewed prior to making any cuts..
First Cut
A strait edge jig for the table saw helped achieve an accurate and safe cut.
Ready For the Pour
Pre-Pour steps included: 1. Surfacing and planning each piece, then squaring up faces and corners ---- 2. Build form out of ¾” melamine with screws and silicon caulk at all joints. ---- 3. Pre-Seal wood to prevent the black epoxy dye from staining the wood fibers. ---- 4. Clamp wood down to bottom of form to prevent wood floating when pouring epoxy.