Wouldn’t it be nice to have a new chalkboard tray for snacks or appetizers next time you entertain? You can make your own very easily. Start with a board the size you want your tray.
Using the table saw and miter saw, cut the slats (A), the center slat (B), and the long ends of the tray (C) to size. Set the long ends (C) of the tray aside for now. Sand everything down to 220-grit ...