Hey everyone! I've been making cutting boards for a few months and just got a request from a local restaurant owner. He wants a large cutting board measuring 3' x 2' and has asked if I could use a metal rod to help hold it together and prevent splitting over time. I've been looking for examples of this online, but I haven't found much. Has anyone tried this approach? Any tips or experiences to share?
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Just remember to use stainless hardware! It definitely makes a difference in the longevity of the board.
I used metal rods on my first cutting board, and it worked out great! I didn't have enough clamps back then, but after 10 years, it still looks new. I just drilled through both wood pieces and used a threaded rod to hold them tight, making sure to counter-sink the bolts so they wouldn't be in the way at all.