Fixing Knots and Voids With Epoxy

In this video I demonstrate how fixing knots in wood with epoxy is an easy and quick process. Epoxy has a place in every wood shop and repairing a knot in wood can turn an otherwise useless board into a workable piece. It is important to add that with the particular epoxy that Im using, you need to pour it in layers no more than 1/4" deep when filling large voids. Wait for each layer to cure before pouring the next one on top. This will prevent overheating and cracking of the epoxy. Feel free to ask questions in the comments section and let me know what you think of the video.

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[PenaltyBoxWoodshop]

If you watch all the way to the end of the video you will see how I use my leftover epoxy!

[CMDPromptify]

Yessss that relaxing YouTube woodworking goodness

[NuDrums]

Not only was this a very straightforward and concise video, but I just gotta say that the background music was really gorgeous.

[jedg]

such calming background music, I love it

[SouthernStyleDIY]

Even knowing it's epoxy, the knot fill blends in perfectly with the surrounding wood! Great work

[kevinberger]

What?! Epoxy tables are NOT just river tables?! Revolutionary 😂
In all seriousness, this was quite helpful with a project, thanks!

[evelynmueller]

exactly what I was looking for, thanks

[JiggidyJives]

That is exactly the information I need for this table top I am making for a client. I got a lot of old black walnut slabs that were cut in the early 1970's and sitting in the millhouse for all of that time. Bugs got in the wood and did what they do so there are some holes and tunnels that need filling. I was thinking that I would have to make a mold and do the whole thing in epoxy but that would be major overkill as I am not making a river table or anything of the sort. I just need to fill the holes and tunnels and knots. This is the perfect solution. Thanks for the video!

[neogator]

Fantastic! Exactly what I needed to know. I'm laying some hardwood (red oak, white oak and hickory mix) in my house and it is grade 3. At $0.89/ft I'll gladly fill in some gaps and holes! The cost savings more than pays for the epoxy. Thanks for the video!

[Jacob.Holland]

Great video! A surprise 2 in 1! Filling knot holes and impromptu coasters!!

[richragan]

Once again Jess I get to thank you! I have a bunch of walnut from a log at my neighbor's walnut tree and much of it is unusable that is until I saw this video. So I just got my Total Boat Epoxy, and the Card Scraper and Diamond Hazelnut tint are arriving today. I will be using it today as you illustrated in the video to fix some defects in a Wlnut Serving tray. I always earn from you Jess!

[bobwalker]

I like knotted wood and if the knot is loose and done correctly, makes the project pop! Good Job!

[blindkimberly]

Hey. Very well done video! The music isn’t annoying. The information is straightforward and the demonstration is awesome. And since you said ask, I’m asking. I have used 2x lumber I want to use as shelves. Instead of hiding the nail/screw holes I want to use bright colored epoxy. Blues/purples. Some “experts” say I need deep pour. Some say any resin will work. Help please. I’m an old blind chick who wants to get it as close to right the first time as she can. Thank you! 😎

[chaunteleblanc]

I just bought a bunch of reclaimed doug fir that I’m going to use for flooring. The planks have a ton of knots, holes and imperfections (which I don’t hate) but just curious if you think I could get away with filling all the holes this way? or what you would do? I’m trying to avoid having to cutting all that out and losing so much of the wood :/ any recommendations would be so appreciated 🙏🏼

[rfrench]

Brand of epoxy do you recommend for hardwood flooring when filling knots?

[adamlewisdrums]

Nice video. Any tips on filling a 2 1/4 inch deep hole? Should I fill it all at once or do it in 1/4 inch stages? If in stages do I let it dry completely before continuing? Thanks 😄

[christofix]

That epoxy is awsome! that wood is totaly restored! great video man!

[capti]

I have had good results from combining unused ground coffee beans in the epoxy. It gives the fill an organic look when planed and sanded and accepts finishes well. Different varieties of coffee have definite different shades of brown which allows you to match wood well, and since we like a variety of coffees, it cost nothing to keep a small amount of each. Hope this helps!

[HsingSun]

Thank you for your video. I purchased some cedar woods for facia. There are many knots holes on the cedar boars. One of the knots hole came loose, should I fix it or return to Lowe's?

[garys]

Hey was it the matte hazelnut? And which is darker hazelnut or there mahogany? Thanks