Homemade Mash Paddle Pics

[patthebrewer]

Haha

 

[Huaco]

Haha

Yeah... but I get crazy looks when I tell people I have an "All-electric Semi-Pro brewery in my garage"

 

[GrogNerd]

mine. not such a bad job for someone who hasn't done woodworking since the mid 70s









I've filed & sanded out most of the scorch marks seen here

 

[revansCAAD8]

Ask and you shall receive!

Here are the dimensions I used for my mash paddle. You will notice that the width of the board doesn't quite add up to 6". I think most boards cut to the 1"x6"x4' dimensions actually measure about 5 1/2" wide and 3/4" thick.

I didn't include the inner pattern simply because it was more of a free-form design with the help of a straight edge. I'd suggest making the outer borders at least 1.25" thick though, just to make sure it is sturdy enough.

I bought the mineral oil at my local supermarket. It was right next to the wood cutting boards. Just make sure it is 100% mineral oil and that it's the stuff used for protecting cutting boards, wood bowls, etc. I would also suggest letting it dry for at least a few days before using it.

Thank you BrewDoc22 for posting your design and to the OP! Just finished making mine and I couldn't have done it without you. I used a 1X4X36" piece of Maple from HD. Still trying to decide to mineral oil it or not. Here is a couple pics:

 

[patthebrewer]

Yeah... but I get crazy looks when I tell people I have an "All-electric Semi-Pro brewery in my garage"

Anyone ever tell you, you look like Zack Brown!

 

[jmfc8237]

Simple, easy, and cheap. Red oak from Lowes, a jig saw, and some sand paper. Ding fries are done!!

 

[Huaco]

Anyone ever tell you, you look like Zack Brown!

Haha...
All. The. Time...

Must be the :fro:

From a profile it is even closer resemblance...

 

[patthebrewer]

Holy crap....you really do Thats alright brother, if ya gotta look like someone...I could think of a lot worse.

 

[Lushife]

Picked up a piece of maple I got started on making my paddle but I had to go to work

 

[dtfleming]

Here's mine, screwed up the one five.

 

[KingKlong]

Thanks to Brewdoc22 and everyone else in this thread for giving me info to use on my paddle. I decided to get a little fancy and put my name in it.

 

[GrogNerd]

Thanks to Brewdoc22 and everyone else in this thread for giving me info to use on my paddle. I decided to get a little fancy and put my name in it.

I wanted to do that, sideways in Stencil, but it's beyond my skill set

 

[bierandbikes]

KingKlong, did you use a scroll saw or router to letter your paddle? Nice work.

 

[Gonefishin]

All of these mash paddles have motivated me. I bought the maple paddle from a restaurant supply store several years ago. I don't remember how much it cost but it was pretty cheap. I thought about lots of designs after following this thread and finally decided to pay tribute to my favorite rugby team. Go All Blacks!

 

[Lushife]

Finished it few days ago and used with my first AG today

 

[brew2enjoy]

The trend seems to be wood, time to switch it up! Here's my s/s paddle. Designed in ProE, laser cut.

 

[rifraf]

Where do you get the laser cutting done?

 

[brew2enjoy]

Where do you get the laser cutting done?

At work. I work for a company that manufactures custom commercial s/s kitchen equipment. Comes in handy when I need something for the home brewery

 

[KingKlong]

KingKlong, did you use a scroll saw or router to letter your paddle? Nice work.

I drilled holes with forstner bits and connected them with a jig saw. Most of them were small ones. I did four in the K for instance. Same with the N. The O was one of the biggest bits in the set, and I had to step up sizes to get to it cuz the drill press didn't have enough hp to turn it through the wood.

And thanks for the compliment.

 

[KingKlong]

At work. I work for a company that manufactures custom commercial s/s kitchen equipment. Comes in handy when I need something for the home brewery

I could do this, but I'd be afraid it would cause me to lose my job. I drew my paddle in inventor. It would have cut quickly. There are cameras everywhere though. I also just like the look of the wood.

 

[planecrazy29]

I decided I needed a replacement for the plastic spoon that came in my kit. Here's what I came up with:

It's about 36" long. I only made the paddle portion 8" because I mash in a 10 gallon cooler. Not sure I would need anything bigger. The wood is bear claw maple that I've had for years. The pictures don't do the wood justice. I left it naked and wiped it with water for the pics. I thought this would be a perfect use for it. What do you think?

 

[pabloj13]

Really neat looking maple. Looks fantastic.

 

[olsond]

Just wanted to share mine. A buddy got the wood from some downed black walnut trees.

 

[DakotaRules]

Just wanted to share mine. A buddy got the wood from some downed black walnut trees.

That thing is wicked! Looks awesome!

 

[sweetcell]

Just wanted to share mine. A buddy got the wood from some downed black walnut trees.

badass.

 

[patthebrewer]

I decided I needed a replacement for the plastic spoon that came in my kit. Here's what I came up with:

I left it naked and wiped it with water for the pics.

Yup leave it naked, it more fun that way

 

[Barnstormer]

Just wanted to share mine. A buddy got the wood from some downed black walnut trees.

That is my favorite one I've seen yet! Beautiful piece of wood. It looks full of character like it has its own personality. Also completely functional, probably more so than some of those fancy laser cut paddles. You have to remember the point of using the paddle is thoroughly mix the grains and break up the dough balls and some of those laser cut ones look nice on the brewery wall but the openings in the design don't lend themselves well to the task required. Yours is simple and has a git-er-done attitude.

WELL DONE!

 

[passedpawn]

That is my favorite one I've seen yet! Beautiful piece of wood. It looks full of character like it has its own personality. Also completely functional, probably more so than some of those fancy laser cut paddles. You have to remember the point of using the paddle is thoroughly mix the grains and break up the dough balls and some of those laser cut ones look nice on the brewery wall but the openings in the design don't lend themselves well to the task required. Yours is simple and has a git-er-done attitude.

WELL DONE!

I agree, it looks great!

But if it's not symmetric then it will try to turn in your hand when you mix the mash.

 

[olsond]

I agree, it looks great!

But if it's not symmetric then it will try to turn in your hand when you mix the mash.

Never had a problem, probably cause I'm a man and i know how to wield it

 

[Huaco]

Never had a problem, probably cause I'm a man and i know how to wield it

Bazzzzinga!