Last step finish and attach hardware to chopping board.
Unclasp, and sand both sides off chopping board and with a drill and 3/4 inch drill bit drill  a 1/4-in.-deep, 3/4-in.-diameter hole at each underside corner. Glue in the wooden pegs at feet and of dowel handles after attaching to 3/4 inch drill holes, let dry 4 hours then wipe on a couple of coats of Butcher Block Oil. use a tack cloth to wipe on oil.Let dry in weatherproof area for 24 hours.