How To Make A Rolling Tray

Introduction

A rolling tray is an essential tool to have at home for rolling cannabis, whether it’s for personal use or for a party. It’s essentially a surface that you place your cannabis on and roll with your hands or a roller. This will help you create even paper joints, which are much easier to smoke than unevenly rolled ones. You can also use the rolling tray as a place to keep all of your tools together—including filters, grinders, and lighters—so that everything is within reach while inhaling!

Is it worth the time to make your own rolling tray?

Here are some factors you should consider when deciding whether to make your own rolling tray:

Pros:

• Personalization: When you make a rolling tray yourself, you can customize it to your liking. You can choose the size, shape, and design that works best for you, and you can add any decorative elements that you like.

• Cost: DIY rolling trays can be much cheaper than buying a pre-made one. Depending on the materials you choose, you may be able to make a rolling tray for just a few dollars.

• Satisfaction: There's a sense of satisfaction that comes from making something yourself. Knowing that you created something with your own hands can be a rewarding experience.

Cons:

• Time: Making a rolling tray from scratch takes time, and you'll need to have some basic woodworking skills. If you're short on time or don't feel comfortable using power tools, it might not be worth the effort.

• Supplies: You'll need to have the right supplies on hand, including wood, sandpaper, stain or paint, and polyurethane finish. If you need to purchase all of these items, the cost savings might not be as significant.

• Quality: Depending on your skills and experience, the quality of your DIY rolling tray may not be as good as a pre-made one. If you want a high-quality, professional-looking rolling tray, it might be worth investing in a pre-made one.

Overall, whether it's worth it to DIY a rolling tray depends on your personal preferences and situation. If you enjoy woodworking and have the time and supplies to make a rolling tray yourself, it can be a fun and rewarding project. However, if you're short on time or don't feel confident in your woodworking skills, it might be better to purchase a pre-made rolling tray.

Steps to DIY Your own Rolling Tray

Here's a simple guide on how to make a rolling tray.

Step 1: Gather your Materials

You'll need to gather the following materials:

• Wood board or any material of your choice (preferably 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick)

• Sandpaper (100 grit, 150 grit, and 220 grit)

• Wood stain or paint in the color of your choice

• Clear coat or varnish

• Tools needed: saw, drill, screws, measuring tape, pencil

Step 2: Prepare the Wood Board

• Check the wood board for any defects.

• Sand the board using 100-grit sandpaper to remove any rough edges or splinters.

• Use the 150 grit sandpaper to smooth out your surface, making sure that you don't leave any deep grooves in your wood as this will cause problems later on when working with paints and other materials on it. If there are any places where they look like they might have been touched up with paint or stain already, just make sure you sand those areas down as well so that they're completely smooth before moving on to the next step!

• Finish off by using 220-grit sandpaper; this will give your tray a silky texture while also creating more surface area for adhesives such as glue sticks, double-sided tape, etc.

Step 3: Stain or paint your tray

• Once you've finished sanding, use a paintbrush to stain or paint your tray.

• Apply the stain or paint in thin layers, letting each layer dry before applying another one. This will help keep the finish smooth and even.

Step 4: Decorate your tray (optional)

• Decorate the rolling tray by using stencils, stickers, or markers.

• Let all added elements dry completely before moving to the next step.

Step 5: Apply a clear coat or varnish to protect and seal the wood.

Now, you're ready to add a clear coat or varnish to protect and seal the wood. Apply a thin layer of paint using a brush, making sure not to let any excess drip onto your rolling tray. Let this dry for at least 24 hours before using it again! If you want a second layer of protection, wait another 24 hours before applying another coat.

Tips and Tricks:

• Choose the right materials

You'll want a wood that's durable, easy to work with, and looks good when finished. Some popular options include maple, walnut, cherry, and oak. You may also want to consider using a wood with a unique grain pattern for added visual interest.

• Consider the Size and Thickness

The size and thickness of the wood board you choose should be based on your personal preferences, as well as what tools are available to cut it. If you're using a saw to cut the wood, choosing a thinner piece is easier than working with thicker or larger pieces. A typical thickness for a rolling tray is between 1/4" and 1/2". As for size, you'll want to choose a board that's large enough to accommodate your rolling papers, grinder, and other accessories.

• Decorate with paint or stain

If you want your tray to look more decorative than utilitarian, you can use paint or stain to customize its appearance. This is especially useful if you're making a large rolling tray that you plan to use on display rather than storing away when not in use. For example, if you have a colorful collection of paints and want them displayed prominently in your studio but don't have enough.

• Apply a Protective Finish

To protect your rolling tray and give it a glossy finish, apply polyurethane. This will help prevent scratches and stains, and make your roller last longer!

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed this tutorial and are inspired to make your own rolling tray. Remember that you can use any kind of wood, stain, or paint for this project--even if it's not pine!

If all this sounds like too much work for such an easy project, we recommend going with one of our pre-made rolling trays instead! They come in all sorts of shapes and sizes so there's bound to be something perfect for whatever kind of smoker you are.