DIY cutting board sink cover showstopper 280
Jun 8, 2015 12:50:03 GMT -5
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Post by David on Jun 8, 2015 12:50:03 GMT -5
okay, so we just invested in our first TT a couple weeks ago - 2015 showstopper s280BHSS. We are thoroughly satisfied and anticipate many years of family fun. I enjoy improving our TT and an immediate need was for additional counter space. I was disappointed that the dealer did not offer a sink cover as an option. I found many on line but most were with limited information as to the size and if the fit my sink. Therefore, I decided to go ahead and make my own. For some this would be an easy project, others though, this could be difficult. I have provided pictures and step by step directions on how I went about it, just in case others have a sink that is the same size.
Items/tools used:
1/4 2' square plywood
Large cutting board
Cordless drill with 1" hole saw
Double sided tape
Jig saw
Hand held belt sander
Router w/ 3/8 round over bit and 3/4 flush cut bit
Mineral oil
Cardboard
Scissors
220 grit sandpaper
1. Made a cardboard template using scissors of the inside lip of the sink.
2. Used a 2x2 chunk of 1/4 plywood and transitioned the cardboard pattern to the wood to use as a router template. In hindsight, I wish I would have used 3/8 or 1/2 inch MDF.
3. Shaped the template using a belt sander and jig saw. IMPORTANT: spend a lot of time making the template perfect, constantly checking it to the sink as to ensure a perfect fit. Time spent here ensures end product is perfect!
4. Split the template into two halves because I wanted to separately cover both wells of the sink.
5. Used two sided tape to adhere the templates to a large carving board. I bought mine from Bed Bath and Beyond, but I'm sure there are many options out there. The key is to use one piece if possible so the two halves of he cutting board are uniform.
6. Used the jig saw to trim the cutting board to within 1/8 of the template.
7. Set up my router with a 3/4 flush trim bit. Followed the template to trim the remaining wood from the cutting board
8. Removed the template from the two cutting boards and set the router up with a 3/8 round over bit. Trimmed the top side edge of he cutting board with the rounding bit. I left the bottom flat to the edges.
9. Sanded with 220 grit to remove router burns and refinish the surfaces
10. Finished the cutting boards with a combined mineral oils and bees wax mix to ensure protection for a long time.
The end product turned out great and my wife is happy to have additional counter space that is multifunctional and looks pretty good. Next up is a cover for the stove to complete he counter top usable space. I hope others find this post useful.
I just realized my pics didn't get added. I will try again later today to add pics
Items/tools used:
1/4 2' square plywood
Large cutting board
Cordless drill with 1" hole saw
Double sided tape
Jig saw
Hand held belt sander
Router w/ 3/8 round over bit and 3/4 flush cut bit
Mineral oil
Cardboard
Scissors
220 grit sandpaper
1. Made a cardboard template using scissors of the inside lip of the sink.
2. Used a 2x2 chunk of 1/4 plywood and transitioned the cardboard pattern to the wood to use as a router template. In hindsight, I wish I would have used 3/8 or 1/2 inch MDF.
3. Shaped the template using a belt sander and jig saw. IMPORTANT: spend a lot of time making the template perfect, constantly checking it to the sink as to ensure a perfect fit. Time spent here ensures end product is perfect!
4. Split the template into two halves because I wanted to separately cover both wells of the sink.
5. Used two sided tape to adhere the templates to a large carving board. I bought mine from Bed Bath and Beyond, but I'm sure there are many options out there. The key is to use one piece if possible so the two halves of he cutting board are uniform.
6. Used the jig saw to trim the cutting board to within 1/8 of the template.
7. Set up my router with a 3/4 flush trim bit. Followed the template to trim the remaining wood from the cutting board
8. Removed the template from the two cutting boards and set the router up with a 3/8 round over bit. Trimmed the top side edge of he cutting board with the rounding bit. I left the bottom flat to the edges.
9. Sanded with 220 grit to remove router burns and refinish the surfaces
10. Finished the cutting boards with a combined mineral oils and bees wax mix to ensure protection for a long time.
The end product turned out great and my wife is happy to have additional counter space that is multifunctional and looks pretty good. Next up is a cover for the stove to complete he counter top usable space. I hope others find this post useful.
I just realized my pics didn't get added. I will try again later today to add pics
