A friend of mine gave me a tree that the power company took down in their yard. Some of the pieces are big enough to make good chopping blocks. I believe it's rock maple. One I saved for myself, and a friend of mine wanted one as well.
What can I do to make sure the block doesn't split on me, and doesn't rot? Should I let it dry out on its side for awhile, or apply linseed oil?
What can I do to make sure the block doesn't split on me, and doesn't rot? Should I let it dry out on its side for awhile, or apply linseed oil?