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Instead of turning a smooth top, I used a chain saw bit to texture the surface.

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.

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.