Woodturning End Grain Box - From Tree To Display

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This project is a end grain box from elm. End grain is dramatically different from cross grain. Some good things - some (well) not so good.
Generally, an end grain box is turned from one species of wood and generally one piece of wood. A big issue is expansion/contraction as humidity changes. When made from the same species, this should be uniform. Since there is no cross grain, there should be no difference.
However, in this project, I stabilized the wood at the joint with CA glue to further reduce wood movement.
Instead of turning a smooth top, I used a chain saw bit to texture the surface.
Again, mounting is critical. Keeping track of how to mount is essential.
My box is 2.5" diameter and 4.5" tall, finished with walnut oil.
Enjoy.
p.s. If you would like a more in depth demonstration, please contact me for an IRD (Zoom Demo) on this or other topics.
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[@knothead5]

I was contemplating a nice gift for my neighbor who cleans gutters for me. I have some blocks of claro walnut that would make a nice lidded box. Seems a bit time consuming but worthwhile. I'm glad that you found that wood, kept it natural as it is elegant.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Go for it.
Alan

[@jeanlong4285]

Beautiful box. The eyes of March are definitely upon it. lol

[@AsWoodTurns]

They are! :)
Alan

[@_zhawkeye_9808]

...that is some beautiful grain!...and it looks great without filling the holes...well done!...👍
Matt

[@AsWoodTurns]

Totally Agree Matt
Alan

[@k9insomniac783]

I’ve made many of these over the years and I love making them. Every different type of wood yields another super neat piece. Really enjoy videos like these.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thanks for sharing your comment.
Alan

[@markchoitz443]

nice work on the box, beautiful piece of wood also. Great to visit with you at the Oregon Woodturning Symposium. Thanks Alan. Oh, and thanks for the reminder of the Christmas Ornament Challenge - it will be here before we know it.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Yes, See you in November.
Alan

[@ThePapa1947]

Very nice Alan! The Oregon Woodturning Symposium was a lot of fun and I enjoyed talking with you while I was there.
Gary

[@AsWoodTurns]

Likewise. Thanks
Alan

[@ThePapa1947]

The picture showing which way your table saw blade tilts aired this morning😀😀

[@alanmullock381]

Fabulous piece Alan,stunning grain patterns👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@AsWoodTurns]

Absolutely Alan
Alan

[@glencrandall7051]

It's Friday morning, should be another episode of As Wood Turns. Yep here it is. And you are turning boxes. I love boxes almost as much as I love segmented bowls. This one is a real winner. A beautiful piece of elm . Thanks for not filling the eyes. The eyes and figure stand alone. Interesting texture on the lid. I just this morning was thinking about getting some walnut oil. And Woodcraft just announced free shipping. That did it: ordered. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and continue to stay safe.🙂🙂

[@AsWoodTurns]

Another is there now.
Alan

[@DKWalser]

This is one of those turnings that I'd really like to see, and handle, in person. I'm sure the pictures don't do it justice.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Yes, it is nice to handle.
Alan

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Gorgeous piece of wood turned to a lovely box. Well done.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thank you very much! Doug
Alan

[@jackthompson5092]

Very beautiful box Alan.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thank you Jack
Alan

[@TheMessyStudio]

Very pretty box, Alan!

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thank you BIlly
Alan

[@LewisKauffman]

Gorgeous piece of elm. Really neat wire burning jig, too! Thanks!!

[@AsWoodTurns]

Glad you like it!
Alan

[@William_Kenny]

A stunning piece of wood and beautifully turned well done sir. subd and 👍

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thanks for the sub!
Alan

[@vernsteinbrecker3759]

Really like the looks

[@AsWoodTurns]

Yes, thank you Vern
Alan

[@dmaschy599]

😅Beautiful box,i like it.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thank you! 😊
Alan

[@stuartscott9646]

Awesome!

[@AsWoodTurns]

Thank you Stuart
Alan

[@williamellis8993]

That is a beautiful little box, Alan. Was finding that blank like finding a forgotten $20 bill in you pants?
Bill

[@AsWoodTurns]

You got it Bill :)
Alan

[@LarryDMitchell]

I like your 3 wire burning tool. Do you have a video on making it? Where did you get the wire.

[@AsWoodTurns]

Check out my video from 2019
DIY Triple Wire Woodburner For Woodturning th-cam.com/video/8GDZMFgWA8E/w-d-xo.html
The wire came from a guitar shop's scrap bin.
Alan

[@LarryDMitchell]

@@AsWoodTurns Thanks Alan. I'm headed there now. I appreciate the link. Larry

[@monophoto1]

Could you provide more information on your texturing tool, please.

[@AsWoodTurns]

A bit that has chain saw teeth. Several dealers sell them
Alan