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Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

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After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

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This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
 

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#2 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
These look great, what are the dimensions of them??
 

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#3 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
With lemons you make lemonade. With scrap wood, you glue it together randomly and create envy.
Awesome idea, even if you claim it's not yours.
 

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#4 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
John_G- I think they ended up close to 3 3/4" square x 1/2" thick. I made some of these about a year ago for my own house. I'm doing these as a barter exchange for a professional photographer and friend to take some quality shots of some of my woodworking to use on my new website.
 

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#5 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
Hey, that's pretty sharp for a "dull chisel", Doug! How about a water-proof finish so sweating glasses won't get your coasters warped or unglued?
 

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#6 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
LittlePaw, yes, water-resistant/proof is the main objective. Also, able to hold up to hot beverages too- coffee/tea. So, do you have suggestions? I'm thinking shellac may not work well, that's why I went with poly the first time. Those are holding up ok, but you can see light rings on the surface.
 

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Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
How about 100% pure Tung oil? I use it on my cutting boards followed by a coating of George's Club House wax. Holds up well.
 

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Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
Thanks for the idea Beth. I use mineral oil and beeswax on my cutting boards. I don't know about George's Club wax, and also wasn't aware that Tung oil was "food safe". I'll look in to this. Thanks for your comments and idea.
 

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#9 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
I would use a 3 inch forstner bit and bore a 1/8" recess on one side or maybe even both sides.
 

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#10 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
I like Ted's idea of the recess because I hate it when the glass condensates, and then it overflows the coaster and gets on the table anyway.
 

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Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
Great blog.. and some great ideas in the comments…yes I do read all the comments…
 

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#12 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
I used Watco's Butcher Block clear coat on mine and they turned out beautiful. I also made some snack trays last year using this finish. You can take a look here if you want to see the finish:

http://www.oldaveswoodshop.com/Snack%20Tray%20Project.php
 

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#13 ·
Prep Work and the Glue Up

I'm sure others have posted a project similar to this, so I'll be brief on the description.

This is just another great, simple way to get some use from those cut-off strips that accumulate in the shop. I start by gluing up several pieces side to side, first making sure that the sides are square and parrallel for a good lamination. I make each layer just over the sized of the width of what I want for the coasters' width.

ok.
Wood Rectangle Floor Flooring Plank


After they dry, I run them through the planer to make the top and bottom of each layer flat and parrellel. Then glue up all of the individual layers until you approach a height that matches the width. Square it up again, then slice off your coasters.

Brown Wood Rectangle Beige Floor


Wood Floor Flooring Wood stain Hardwood


Wood Rectangle Flooring Floor Hardwood


Rectangle Wood Flooring Floor Hardwood


This gave me 30 coasters, and so I'm thinking I make three separate sets of 10 with some type of coaster holder to place them in.

Any suggestions on the best choice for a finish for a coaster? I've used poly in the past, which seems to work
Great idea! I'm going to go rummage through my scrap box this afternoon to "borrow" your idea.
 

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