DIY Wooden Coasters

4/17/2023 Today in class we are learning about our next project. We will make DIY Wooden Coasters out of wood. Some of the important power tools we will use are...

Planer Saw

Table Saw

Orbital Sander

Floor Drill Press

Planer Saw

Do's and Don'ts

DO wear safety goggles
DO clean up after use
DO wear protection for your ears
DO add on vacuum before hand
DON'T pass anything through that isn't wood
DON'T put your fingers near the opening
DON'T leave the saw plugged after you use it
DON'T turn on saw when the wood is in the opening

Planer Saw Operation

The planer saw is used to make the rough part of the wood smoother. It also makes the wood very neat and clean to give it a somewhat glare. To operated it adjust the saw to proper height and then slowly guide the wood through and catch it at the end, so it doesn't fall.

Orbital Sander

DO's and DON'TS

DO sand in a circular motion
DO keep wood steady when sanding
DO keep hands away while sanding
DO wear safety goggles
DON'T leave a mess
DON'T put hand on the grit part of the sander while on
DON'T leave it plugged in
DON'T get distracted

Orbital Sander Operation

To operate, attach the grit paper to the sander and adjust it to the speed you want. Turn it on and sand it in a circular motion.

Drill Press

Do's and Don'ts

DO firmly secure the material
DO remove lose clothing
DO tie hair back
DON'T get pulled in by loose clothing or hair

Table Saw

Do's and Don'ts

DO wear safety goggles
DO remove loose clothing
DO rip cuts with fence
DO use a push stick
DON'T cross cut with rip fence
DON'T leave without vacuuming
DON'T leave it plugged in
DON'T operate with gloves on

Table Saw Operation

Raise the blade to about the same height of the wood you are going to cut. Move the fence to whatever measurement you want, lock it in place, and adjust the feather board. Turn on the saw and guide the wood slowly. Once finish turn the saw off and clean up.

(Below are pictures of the types of wood we will use; Pine & Walnut)

Drawn Coaster Design

I drew my design on what I wanted my coaster to look like. Each side of my coaster had to equal to 3 3/4. When I was about to cut, Ms. Ruffin helped me with my measurements because in the picture they only add up to 3/4.

Table Saw Cut Out

I used the table saw to cut out half and 2-inch piece of pine wood. Then I did the same with the walnut wood.

Wood Glue Up

Then, I used wood glue and clamps to assemble how I wanted my pattern to look. I used some tissue to wipe away the access glue.

Sanding

I used the belt sander and the planer saw to even out my sides and edges of my wood. I also used the table saw and the band saw to cut any access pieces off.

Cutting Coasters

I measured 3 3/4 on my two pieces of wood and I cut 6 coasters out with the table saw and sanded them to equal sides.

Coating

This clear coating helps with making your wood look shiny and new. I used a paint brush to apply it to my coasters.

Coating Wood Pieces

I applied two coatings to each coaster so they can be really shiny. I only applied it to one side because they bottom would get stuck to the cardboard if I did both sides.

Finished Product

I added another coat after the first one and it gave it a shiny glow to it. I also sanded my sides a little so the edges wouldn't be so pointy. This is my final project fully completed.

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