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Edge-grain cutting board plans
Strips of hardwood glued on edge. Five sizes, with the strip count worked out for each.
IntermediateHalf a day5 sizes
8×12 edge-grain cutting board
An 8-by-12-inch cutting board from 11 hardwood strips glued on edge, 1½″ thick.
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10×14 edge-grain cutting board
A 10-by-14-inch cutting board from 13 hardwood strips glued on edge, 1½″ thick.
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12×16 edge-grain cutting board
A 12-by-16-inch cutting board from 16 hardwood strips glued on edge, 1½″ thick.
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12×18 edge-grain cutting board
A 12-by-18-inch cutting board from 16 hardwood strips glued on edge, 1½″ thick.
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14×20 edge-grain cutting board
A 14-by-20-inch cutting board from 19 hardwood strips glued on edge, 1½″ thick.
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Sizes at a glance
| Plan | Size | Parts | Lumber if you buy new |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8×12 edge-grain cutting board | 8″ × 12″ | 11 parts | 2 × 1×2 board, 8 ft |
| 10×14 edge-grain cutting board | 10″ × 14″ | 13 parts | 3 × 1×2 board, 6 ft |
| 12×16 edge-grain cutting board | 12″ × 16″ | 16 parts | 4 × 1×2 board, 6 ft |
| 12×18 edge-grain cutting board | 12″ × 18″ | 16 parts | 4 × 1×2 board, 8 ft |
| 14×20 edge-grain cutting board | 14″ × 20″ | 19 parts | 5 × 1×2 board, 8 ft |
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