Why This Wood Makes All the Difference | Resin Charcuterie Part 1 of 4

Learn how to build a resin river board from scratch using black walnut. This guide covers selecting and prepping your wood. This is the first part of a four-part series dedicated to charcuterie board making. Whether you are new to the craft or looking to refine your technique, I walk you through the essential steps for choosing the right black walnut lumber and getting it ready for an epoxy pour. Proper preparation is the most critical stage of any resin river board project to ensure a clean, professional finish. I share my specific criteria for selecting slabs and the exact methods I use to prep the wood. By following these steps, you will avoid common pitfalls that arise during the curing process. This woodworking project is designed to give you a solid foundation before we move on to the pouring phase in the next installment. Subscribe for weekly woodworking project breakdowns, and comment below if you have questions about prepping your own live edge slabs. 0:00 Intro 1:30 how much moisture is in the wood 2:50 Pattern and colors in the wood 5:00 Cutting wood 5:55 Removing Bark 7:10 Sanding the live edge