Timber platter - made by Lisa

This timber platter not only looks great but it’s super easy to make yourself. And because you made it yourself it will become a talking point every time you use it!

Tools and materials

Kitchen Timber Oil (food grade)

Handles x 2

Instructions

1. Find a piece of timber that is roughly the right shape and size. If it’s not quite right, you’ll need to cut it down to size with the circular saw.

2. Plane the timber down to your desired thickness.

3. If the board is still a bit thick for your liking, then put it through a thicknesser to get it the right width.

4. Now it’s time to sand the board using the sander until the surfaces are even and smooth.

6. Apply the food grade timber oil to the board following the manufacturer’s instructions.

7. Now that the timber has been prepared and oiled it’s time to attach the handles. Mark and drill two holes for each handle, then screw in the screws with the power drill.

8. Enjoy! Load up your board with your favourite cheese or snacks and admire your handiwork while enjoying a well-deserved snack!

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Health & Safety

Please make sure you use all equipment appropriately and safely when following the advice in these D.I.Y. videos. You need to be familiar with how to use equipment safely and follow the instructions that came with the equipment. If you are unsure, you may feel it is safest to consult an expert, such as the manufacturer or an expert Bunnings Team Member.

Grave health hazards are linked to asbestos, which may be in homes built up to 1990. Health hazards may result from exposure to lead-based paints in older materials and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page. You can also use a simple test kit from Bunnings to indicate the presence of lead-based paint.