Gray Burr Werks

Gray Burr Werks Beautiful wood carvings produced in the US. Finished carvings with care and pride by Gray Burr Werks.

A quick test cut in sassafras
02/25/2026

A quick test cut in sassafras

Cradle for my grandson
02/24/2026

Cradle for my grandson

Custom memorial for a friend of his mom
02/23/2026

Custom memorial for a friend of his mom

Mary ascension
02/22/2026

Mary ascension

Jesus, Mary, and Joesph
02/21/2026

Jesus, Mary, and Joesph

In today's video, I’m creating a memorial CNC router engraving for a friend, featuring a custom portrait carving from a ...
02/21/2026

In today's video, I’m creating a memorial CNC router engraving for a friend, featuring a custom portrait carving from a photograph of his mom. This project combines the precision of CNC machining with the heartfelt emotion of turning a personal memory into something lasting.
I start by gluing up a hard maple panel and use my self-made clamps to ensure a tight, flat surface. Then, I surface both sides of the board before moving on to engraving the shallow text and intricate portrait details. Watch as I run the roughing and finishing cuts on the CNC router, which takes over 9 hours in total!
The finishing touch includes sanding, staining, and applying poly to bring out the contrast and depth in the engraving. This piece will be a cherished memorial for years to come.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
How to properly glue up and clamp hardwood panels
The importance of surfacing for CNC engraving
Choosing the right CNC router bits for text and portrait engraving
Step-by-step process of creating detailed wood carvings
Tips for sanding, staining, and finishing a carved piece
Materials Used:
Hard maple
Titebond III glue
60° V-bit, 1/4" end mill, and ball nose bits for carving
Polyurethane finish and wax for sealing
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Station of the Cross
02/20/2026

Station of the Cross

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