Cutting board upgrade

[BigandJean]

Thought we would post this beautiful upgrade idea, and it has probably been discussed here somewhere else.

After purchasing our new 5th wheel, and dealing with the uninspired 1 piece plastic cover for the sink, we contacted Roger Grimes at Kennesaw Woodpecker to build a custom cutting board that would double as the new cover.

After a couple of emails and phone calls to discuss the details, we sent Roger the plastic cover as a template and he came up with this beauty. We have it built as a two piece board.

It fits nicely into the sink area, and we can use it for food prep and of course cocktails, while using the sink at the same time. It has some heft to it, and matches the decor nicely.

Roger said it was okay to post here on the forum, if anyone is interested in something similar. He has a wide variety of wood available for the best match of your kitchen decor.

We appreciate his handmade work, and thought we should share.



Some info on Kennesaw Woodpecker:
https://squareup.com/market/kennesaw-woodpecker



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[Wiscampsin]

Looks great!!!

[Salmon Hunter]

I would hate to use it as a cutting board.
very nice

[KyleB]

That is gorgeous. May I ask how much it cost?

[dcheatwood]

Nice. Trim up some prime rib and post your address. Lol.

[RalphieAdie]

I lack counter space in my 5'er; this looks wonderful. When you have only one side covered, does it move around much? Is it stable enough to put a bowl on a mix the bowl's contents?

Thanks.

[rburns4147]

I am a bit of a woodworker and he did an excellent job! Beautiful wood!

[maddogz]

Very nice


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[MarcovSalem]

Oh my, that is very nice. Ideas!

[dj3spots]

Something else to add to my wish list. Great job!


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[RalphieAdie]

Thank you for your inspiration. At the International Rally I went to the Shipshewana Flea Market in search of a vendor who could possibly so a similar project for me. Fortunately I found a gentleman who made a similar project for me; only in corian. I am so happy to have seen your original post, this has given me about 75% more counter space.

[BamaBob]

Hmmm those are stock in a Diamond 8289...We have some cutting mats that we use over them though just "because"

[BigandJean]

Cost was under $200, including the tax and shipping. It all depends on the type(s) of wood you want. It is plenty thick, and is very stable, for kitchen prep. We usually use the sink for storage while on the road, so I can't speak to how it stays put while towing. We'll try it on our next excursion and let you all know.


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[Lynkage]

That is a wonderful piece B and J!! Love the glue up, that stuff is quite fun to make.

[RalphieAdie]

I LOVE your cutting board. I do use my new corian board for food prep. It's not nearly as thick as your wooden board, so I wouldn't feel comfortable putting a very heavy item on it or dropping an item of significant weight on the corian either. Yet it's perfect for my needs. Only the Rockwood's with the upgraded corian countertops get the usable sink covers.

Our's cost $45 and they made it while we were at the International Rally, so it didn't have to be shipped.

Still, I wouldn't have thought about having one made without seeing your beautiful cutting board in the OP. Thanks.

[trudinator]

Beautiful! I still be making mine in the next couple of months with similar woods/colors. I will also be making one to cover my stove top. I removed the crappy metal accordion top from the stove and threw it in the junk pile. I'll post photos when they're completed. Have to get through the fall shows first before i can make something for myself!

[TeamPlumlee]

That is amazing!!