Diy Wooden Chess Board . Cut a piece of 3/4 inches plywood slightly larger than the board, to serve as protection. Making a minimalistic chess set with board and pieces in walnut, birch and oak. Chess board by Stephen Fox woodworking community from lumberjocks.com This is an easy weekend project. I used 3 different types of wood for the chessboard; The board is 2 inch by 2 inch, and the top i.