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Using the rest of the slab for a D&D table complete with various table top accessories (e.g. drawers to hold (a) dice, (b) character sheets, and (c) pencils), a surface that has a scored 1 inch x 1 inch square grid (or a hex grid if preferred), and a carved in box for each player to role their dice would be both (1) unique and (2) an object that is of interest to a growing market. Just some food for thought.
It’s a lovely table. I love woodworking. At 70 I finally had the money to buy more tools than clothes. But it’s too late to get really good. My eyesight is poor. My arm strength is weak. Who cares. I watch videos like this .. live vicariously… then go out in the shop an build burnable junk. It’s fun and it makes me happy! To everyone that commented below: THANK YOU ALL so much! You have made me so happy and I feel so encouraged!! I need two barn doors for my (yard ornament) donkey and Miss Cow. I’m going to try a fancy cross hatch top half ( for air flow) out of 1.5 inch cedar strips and a conventional metal bottom but within in a frame of oak. Gentlemen!! Thank you for the hope! February 2024 I got them done. Notes below!!
Thanks Barbara. I like your attitude, but don't sell yourself short. I'm sure being 70 vs 40 is very different, but my eyesight is very bad too. My arms are strong enough, but you can always build smaller projects. All that said. as long as you're enjoying yourself and have something to look forward to...it's a win :)
Now being able to afford it (I’m 54) is where I am at. If it weren’t for UA-cam videos I am not sure how I would learn. So maybe interest, opportunity and capability intersected at the right time?
My dad is 68, and still runs his shop outta his home, been doing so for more than 15 years I believe, it's never too late to "get really good" at anything, your tools do the work, might just take a bit longer.
I'm not sure how this video came across my feed. But honestly, this is the most real content I've seen in years. You can tell you have such a passion for this, and that you pour your heart and soul into it. Production of the video 15/10, commentary throughout 15/10, genuinely interested for the full length? 15/10. Love this channel now, will watch for many years to come
A very general question, do you think he got scanned? Or in a more harsh way do you think the guy sold him this picture tricked him into buying this bad piece of wood?
@@petergreen1994 seemed to me like he was the guy they regularly get their wood from, not to mention he was given other better quality wood options he said he kept in the back. also, wood can definitely be very expensive. prices range from size to tree type/species.
There was a little cafe I always used to go to called red velvet and they had resin wood tables, and what made those tables so memorable was how they had little scenes in the resin. One was about a flower swamp with frogs, dried flowers, frog figures all encased in, and the other was a flower meadow with a bunch of cute little bees gathering stuff from dried flowers.
I was wondering about this! Is this considered very cheap for a piece of wood that size? I know it's expensive af to get slabs like this but I'm not a woodworker so I don't have a sense of value for this kinda thing.
Please get this reply up, I wanted to post it myself but searched exactly for this first! Can the content creators give any insight on this? Especially once you see they hardly use anything of the slab
@@Jorg05111980An Elm slab this size would probably typically go for $1500 to 2K. So I think $1100 is a reasonable price for it. It’s still entirely usable anyway, Chris just needed a click baity title.
“Dramatic reenactment” had me laughing so hard!!!! The piece turned out very nice. You guys put out absolutely incredible content! Keep up the good work! 👍
First-time viewer and this moment alone is making me check out their channel more! I really enjoy the self-awareness. Plus, really awesome and gorgeous results. :>
Love folks like these two who tackle challenging problems, but especially like the fact that the tree did not go to waste; it's made a gorgeous table that someone will enjoy for ages.
For anyone wondering: the 2:56 "wood rot or what it was" is woodworm. I've had this in our cellar, and could poke a screwdriver literally halfway through one of the carrying beams of the hallway. (also really liked the Y-shaped design that you didn't go for, but final product was amazing of course)
I think that the three legged base was the smartest because it will always sit evenly on most every surface. Three legs will adjust to almost any surface. Whereas, four legs will possibly find one leg does not sit the same on some surface and the table will rock a little. Beautiful result !!
@@KryptLynx That would be an unreasonable problem to worry about. If you are pressing that hard down on the edge of a three-legged table like this one, which is not that wide in the first place to even consider, then you deserve to have the thing tip over and spill everything on it. And a four legged table has the possibility of driving at least me crazy with it wobbling all the time on even a slightly un-level or un-even floor.
@@damianjones9446 There will still be one spot on each of the three flat bottom legs that will touch. So the rule is three points define a plane. All it takes is one spot on each of the three legs and it will be stable. Simple mathematical rule.
Enjoyed your video. Regarding the decision on the base, (3 vs 4 legs), the three legged version is actually more usable, especially if it is placed on an uneven floor. Four legs requires an even floor or it will rock.
Assuming that all 4 legs are even, and you are on a continuous floor, "Intermediate Function Theorem" proves that a table can be made stable on an uneven floor, by simply rotating the table around its center within 90°. ua-cam.com/video/OuF-WB7mD6k/v-deo.html Technical paper on why it works: arxiv.org/pdf/math-ph/0510065v6.pdf
Great stuff! I'm not a woodworker but I am an artist and crafter and totally appreciate your work. Lots of time, skill and talent with amazing results!
The author does like to ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxkNYRBJuiJ6EwD-tQSAlxg0eFKsnR2cgz from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
Amazing table, and I do love how the strip of epoxy is larger, the only downside of this table in my opinion is that nothing was done to the legs, leaving them bare looks out of place, so I would’ve painted or coated them to match the rest of the table
Yeah I agree the legs look out of place because of the colour. Overall it is a really nice table 👌 Should've matched the legs with the table though in some way.
"I don't know how much attention you are paying. I might be on mute right now" Fell asleep during the video after a long day at work and awful weather and woke up to this sentence. Had a good laugh and I'll definitely rewind to the part I still remember. Great video!
This is my first time watching one of your videos and I was completely blown away by the "creativity" that magically turned a suspect piece of wood into art. Your woodworking skills are without a doubt topnotch, as are your video production and storytelling chops. It was very entertaining and instructional
This is the first video I’ve ever seen from you but this was so cool to watch. You’re incredibly talented for one, but it also just feels like you’re having a genuine conversation with the viewer. Just saying exactly what youre thinking; it feels so real
I love the table, and I'm glad you went with the 3 legged design. It's not something I could ever afford, nor would I ever have a place big enough to fit it, but it's a fantastic piece of art, and I'm glad it exists.
Beautiful piece. The large epoxy is not a problem for me as I think it draws more attention to the grain in the center where the branches split into the Y and has a lot of interesting detail.
The table came out so beautiful! Watching the whole process of planning, thinking and rethinking along the way was truly enjoyable maybe because, as a musician and a crocheter, those stages are the most challenging and satisfying to me. Thanks for sharing with us your talents and the love for your art form.
I gotta say, your woodworking and a voice over skills are amazing. You were loud enough so I could listen and understand what you were doing while multitasking, but not distracting. And you just in general have a very calm and soothing voice, that even when things weren't going great, it seemed like you could still find the good in it, or at least the motivation to keep going. The table came out beautifully, the top reminds me of a peaceful island in the middle of a river that is rarely explored, while the legs have a very unique design I haven't really seen before. Keep up the great work man!
First time visitor to this channel and now a subscriber. At no time I was bored. All I know is, that I've got to have at least one of your pieces. The meticulous way that you work on wood deserves more attention, because of the unique work of art, time and love that you put into each one of them... I'm going to watch more of your videos. You're Awesome!
I'm not sure how or why your video popped into my feed but I'm glad it did. I've been sharing it with everyone I know. Your work is absolutely amazing! The pieces that are created are incredibly unique and absolutely beautiful! It's an amazing and rare talent you guys have! And it is really refreshing to see a video with the level of real content and not just a bunch of useless information! I can't wait to watch the rest of your videos while I wait for you to post your newest creation!
VERY COOL! I was given a wonky "cookie" slab a couple years ago. There were cracks, rot, nothing parallel or on the same plain. It was a "reject" piece that had been out in the yard under a tree for who know how long. But I was given the task of making a pedestal table out of it, using a hollow log section. I had a router, a level, a drill, and a pencil. Oh yes, I had my imagination. I made a big mess, made a lot of noise, and ended up with a rather nice, but not perfect, table. It was my very first time using that resin/epoxy stuff. I had fun. I did enjoy seeing your process, even while drooling over your fancy tools.
I originally came to watch this video for as you said, "entertainment purposes". But you really made me feel so welcomed to continue watching the whole thing without a skip. I am really humbled to say that if I ever would be able to become a wood shop worker and needed guidance I would most definitely come back to this channel to just hear your humbled voice and guidance! Thanks for making this video as authentic as I can only imagine you are, based on how you spoke with all the transparency as you did. I most definitely don't leave many comments on any videos, but I just wanted to let you know I LOVED this video so much!
I’m learning a ton from your videos man! I’ve been a metal fabricator for almost 50 years . Your style is a bit modern my family home, but the techniques are all so much the same & that’s what is so important. Your furniture is freaking Beautiful by the way!
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! I would buy that table in a heartbeat if I could afford it. I see all the work you put into it. It's worth every penny. Thank you for a great video and for giving the 'unusable' wood a wonderful life!
i watched a video yesterday by some guy who just picked up a palet and used the wood to make a coffee table, and claimed he sold it for $500. I laughed my ass off. I wouldn't bat an eyelit if this table was priced 5 times that amount, I would still think it's underpriced.
To be honest, I genuinely think this is the first wood and epoxy project I have seen that looks like a premium piece of furniture and not a bar countertop. Congrats!
@@Foureyes.Furniture you’re welcome, as far as I can see on the video, you managed to avoid the glossy, plasticky that makes many of the pieces look DIY.
I am one of those people who watches for entertainment only (I'll never be able to afford the equipment and space to pursue the craft) and just live vicariously through those who can. I am loving your work as well as your low-key presentation. What a beautiful piece! Well done! And SUBSCRIBED!!!!
Finally came across someone who can create something amazing while having the time and honesty to explain the decisions made with the knowledge to follow, and bonus whit always makes it more enjoyable. Subscribed!
This is the most relaxing video I’ve ever watched, it was very technical, yet carefully and simply explained to the point it was easily comprehensible and not boring. It was a long video, but didn’t feel like so and I happily watched through it. Nicely done, good job!
I’ve always admired folks who could make something out of nothing. You definitely have done that. It’s a most beautiful table and I am sure the client absolutely loved it. Just subscribed.
I retired from being a furniture carpenter after a 15 year career in 2016 due to illness, and because my illness impairs the way my muscles work, I wont ever ba able to return to it. While it saddens me to know I can't do this kind of thing myself anymore, I can't help but feel nostalgic about watching you guys in action, and doing a fantastic job of it too. That is a beautiful piece of furniture, very well done. By the way ... At that part when you mention people questioning the use of templates ... I'm right on board with you on that one. Not only does it make manipulating the shape far easier, it also makes it more consistant when you're required to do multiples of the same shape.
This was one of those "not sure why that's recommended to me" clicks, but I'm glad I clicked. I do watch some woodworking stuff, very rarely. But I really like that this guy is just so real. No bull shit, no over the top energy, no needless exclamation points. Just a dude saying what he wants to say. I dig it. Beautiful table too.
This is quite possibly my favorite video out of all of your videos. It’s real nice to see Four Eyes back. Thanks guys! Btw, good choice with the three leg option.
It turned out so nice. Actually like the larger epoxy resin part as great contrast. This piece would make a cool coffee table in a larger living room space. In a smaller living room it would take too much space.
I got here by accident and ended up watching the entire video, and then subscribing to the channel. The filming is fantastic, the furniture is beautiful, but even better is the self-deprecating commentary. Can't wait to check out more of these!
The most wood working I have ever done in my life was in grade school where we were given a stencil design to rub onto a wood block and a small curved hand wood carver. The wood was very soft. I have always been fascinated by people who can see in their minds what is in the wood tone created. I just happened upon your video. It’s incredible what you did with that piece of wood.
Definitely a beautiful piece of furniture, no question about that. The precision in the details of the joinery and overall finish is what defines the 'quality of workmanship'.
Watching the whole process of planning, thinking and rethinking along the way was truly enjoyable maybe because, as a musician and a crocheter, those stages are the most challenging and satisfying to me. Thanks for sharing with us your talents and the love for your art form.
I'll never make a piece of furniture nor probably ever work with wood in my life. Yet, this video is fantastic!!! I loved every minute. I loved learning how things are made beautifully and I loved seeing pieces of wood that might be discarded lovingly crafted into pieces of art that can be used every day! Just fabulous.
Really cool video and loved how the table turned out! One thing I've learned if you're using an epoxy resin finish is that you don't necessarily have to get rid of those rotted sections. If you tape off one side of the rotted material and pre-pour some resin around the area, it absorbs very well into the more pithy material and will harden it, perhaps to a greater degree than the rest of the piece depending on the type of wood. The coloration might not exactly match in the finished product, but sometimes that's a good thing!
Having done a lot of resin work (though not for a table - yet), here are a few little tips: Because deep pour resin has such a long working time, it pays to sit the ready mixed bucket of resin in a bath of hot water for at least 5, preferably 10 minutes - make sure none of the water gets inside the bucket though! This gets rid of most of the bubbles and makes the end result much nicer and means less work with the blow torch. Also careful with the blow torch, if you hover over any bit of resin too long, it can burn it! As for the mold itself, if you caulk the sides, scrape it off again after, so you're left with a straight surface for your piece, but the caulk (or wax is even better) will be in the very crack you need it in. Silikone spray is the best mold release you'll find!
My dad is a wood worker. Heck, I wouldn't be surprised if he watched your videos! This isn't something I'd normally watch, but your video was so mesmerising😍👍
this is such good quality content!!! also your voice is really calming :) I don't know anything about woodworking, just how to cut something with a saw, but still, i found this very fun to watch, and i was actually able to understand (almost) everything! so great job explaining!!!
A great job! I like the way you slaved the problems. As a side note, on the bottom of the legs adding recess levelers. As a woodturner watching woodworking videos helps me solve some of my problems because I look for highly figured woods.
Thank you. I'm actually not either. But in the short time we've been doing them, I'm figuring out the big aesthetic pit falls...and what I think makes for the back lash. I want to keep observing and coming to a conclusion. But I definitely want to make a video that goes into that.
Loved seeing that table saw jig for the angles on the table base. So simple and somehow I’ve never used that trick before. I’d love if you took a little more time to explain any jigs like that and how you’re using them. Even if it seems super basic, there might be more people out there who have years of experience doing things differently and could learn something.
If you ever encounter punky wood again in a project, you don't have to chisel -- Abatron makes a specialized epoxy that penetrates and hardens up rotten cellulose. Works like a charm (it has been used to preserve structural logs in a historic log cabin).
Appreciate that...I'll check that out. We actually tested this out a bit on some off cuts and the same epoxy we used made the punky wood usable from a functional perspective. But it doesn't look very good. So I'd probably remove it again. Ben Uyeda recomended to try sand blasting, finding a balance that is harsh enough to remove the bad wood, but leave the good wood. Sounds kinda fun, so I'd like to try it :)
Honestly, I'm not quite sure how I ended up on this video...? But I'm not complaining in the least. This was beautiful, and the process was mesmerizing. Thank you for sharing what you do! I often watch woodturning, epoxy resin videos, and also restoration videos, so I think it's probably natural progression to end up on furniture making! This video was from July, but I think I'll go watch some newer videos too... and will probably wind up subscribing.
Im not a big fan of epoxy resin tables. After watching the amount of work put in to this piece I have had a change of heart. The finished piece including the stand was impressive. Congrats on a job well done!
I would really be interested in learning from you guys how you make your woodworking videos, either as a class that I could buy, or as a live UA-cam video (maybe you use that leftover piece to demonstrate). The way you guys mix media like at 8:14 with the sketches, the voiceovers is why I like watching your videos. That and the buddy cop banter.
Another beautiful build! I'm working on a hexagonal coffee table for myself, and I knew I wanted 3 legs with the angle you used, joined together in the center with #3x3Custom - Tamar inspired 3 way half lap, but I was unsure what to do for the top until I saw this. Thanks for the further inspiration!
I don't know how I came here but I'm glad I did!! but I think it was the satisfaction of work being done to perfection that intrigued me. The table came out beautiful.
just discovered your channel and i appreciate how much work and effort you put into it! it’s not at all like these tiktok quick diys. ur builds look so regal and modern at the same time 🤤❤️
I took a woodworking class in my senior year of high school and while my orojects from that class were- average and I never done anything of the sort I still find myself fascinated by the craft and watch videos about it I’ll have to get in touch with my teacher and show him these some day
My first thought is about the volume of surface of the leg on the floor. This requires the floor to be pretty flat or the table will tend to rock. Would it be better to have the majority of the lower stretcher a little off the floor and have fixed 'feet' so that it has 3 points of contact and becomes a lot more stable?
Our floor is very not flat, and so far it's been pretty good. That said, you're totally right, but that's a pretty easy fix with some small silicone/felt pads.
There is just something I love about videos that have no music, just mesmerizing visuals and amazing commentary. I'm really glad this video came out in my recommendations.
Just a thought, but there are a few different types of wood stabilizers out there that you can spray on, pour on, paint on etc that could have rescued the spongy/corky wood you were dealing with. It wouldn't have been a perfect option, but it would have restored some rigidity to the piece, soaking into the fibers.
I wondered this too, but how is it going to react to epoxy? How about time? A test piece needs to be made and set aside for 8-10 years to really know. For the time, effort and cost of these bespoke items I’d probably spend $400 worth of time and another $200 in materials. That way you made a $3,000-$20,000 table instead of a $1,500 piece of art you hang on a wall. You can always display a beautiful failure, I’ve actually converted a table made out of an old wooden elevator door into a beautiful wall feature. When the “table” started to come to pieces the furniture maker had another door he took apart and rebuilt into an excellent table top. He threw his failure into the deal for a bit under $3,000 including shipping. I reinforced it with a sheet of MDF and a walnut picture frame and also reinforced his wall and hung it for him. (The artist did all the work to build the table top and it started to come to pieces because the original glue and peg work reacted poorly to his stains, oils and/or lacquer. Before he packed it up it started loosening up and was no longer suitable as a table. (Still looked beautiful though).
Good job boys, I’m currently working at a wood shop and the process is the best part for me. That’s what makes it addicting, and I enjoy going to work everyday making something new.
I swear I've never been so into a woodworking channel before. I loved everything about this. That table is beautiful! I totally subscribed btw. keep up the good work!
Great work guys! The bridge for the three legs was awesome. I’m wondering if it actually turned out easier with the bridge rather than the 120 miters. I’m terrified of trying to get three (actually six) 120 joints to fit perfectly, and the bridge seems like a much more approachable solution. How did it actually go? Thanks guys!
Thanks Alex. Hard to say since I didn't make the other version this time. But I suspect you are right. If it were only 1 joint (the 3 120º joints) it might be an even split. But with 6 it definitely increases the challenge...since now length is a crucial dimension as well. The bridge joint was pretty easy. Slightly time consuming to create. But probably saved time on the back end by sanding being faster (no sharp angle interior corners to try to sand clean).
That was my thought also. The interface on the bridge would be much easier to sand flush, vs trying to get 6 perfect angled cuts to line up and meet in the middle.
I love that table! And I absolutely love that you went with the 3 instead of 4 legs version, it makes the table look more special. I would have chosen a darker color for the legs but to each their own. I was wondering is it possible to do a ta le with Amber colored epoxy which in a way would macht the wood color? This would be incredibly interesting to me.
I have a similar temperament. But you can come 10-25% harder in confidence about your top notch work. I had a teacher once who explained yin and yang as humility and sincerity. I think you're overplaying the humility and it's time to become more sincere. It will help with sales and the work in general. 10,000 thumbs ups.
Here’s a fun short story. This was when I was in my senior year of high school in my advance woods class and it was around the last week until finals and graduation. And I was making a little side table we made in intro to woods just for something to do. And I grabbed the domino even though I didn’t need it because my mind wasn’t currently on. So when I realized I didn’t need it I went to put it in the storage and the cord got caught of the table corner and It slipped right out of my hands in front of the teacher. And this teacher is almost everyone’s favorite teacher if they had his class but he is known to yell at kids for being stupid and it’s pretty funny. But my heart just stopped and my mind finally returned and all he said in a calm voice was “that cost $1000 dollars” and all I said was “yup” and walked away to put it back. And thankfully it was fine and I didn’t owe anyone $1000
Thank you for sharing this journey. As a daughter of a carpenter who is into DIY herself, I struggle with the lack of space in my big city apartment and wish I had the means to afford and house more than just a few power hand tools. This was so pleasant and satisfying to watch. I am trying to find a way to add small sliding doors to a vintage cabinet and found one of your instructional videos. I liked your style so much that I carried onto this one. I'm subscribed! My wife (yes, I'm very stereotypical, ahha) is going to now be subjected to watching your woodworking videos with me this weekend. Keep doing what you're doing! Thanks!! :)
You have the most beautiful soothing voice to listen to as a voiceover. I have muted videos before because of the sound of the voice over, but your voice is like butter. Also loved watching this table build. I love the 3 legged base design. The maple contrasts so nicely with the color of the epoxy
Since you are making an epoxy table you didn't need to take out the termite damaged wood. You could have stabilized it with epoxy and kept the original look of the slab. How about you use the rest of that slab & make a waterfall side table to go with the coffee table you just made.
The table's beauty and exquisite craftsmanship are truly remarkable, commanding attention and admiration. Yet, it is the script's metaphorical eloquence and the profound resonance of its conclusion .
Honestly, ever since i took wood shop in highschool. ive loved jobs like this taking a peace no one else will and then just, get jiggy with it. Get creative with it, and at the end of the day. You will be proud of it because you made it. I could never look at a peace of wood and say its unusable.
I could seriously listen to you talk all day. Very soothing & incredible work!! You popped up on my feed(due to my recent woodworking hyper fixation) and definitely an immediate subscriber!!
I honestly don't know how I got here from horseshoe manicures but all I can say is: that opening line "I'm an idiot" just won you a fan and another subscriber. It's clear you are passionate about what you do, and please never stop loving what you do. I'm definitely checking out more of your videos, and thank you so much for the wonderful visuals, hilarious jokes and fantastic final piece. I personally find that table absolutely gorgeous. Thank you!!!
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Is it the most beautiful table in the world? That may be debated. But without a doubt, it definitely is a very beautiful table with attention to detail in its execution. Well done guys. Keep up the good work. Thanks for the vid.
the three legs design is beautiful .. well done .. and you are right fun is what is all about .. that's why i am in the middle of making a 12 inch sub-woofer wood+concrete .. let's see how it will sound .. thanks for sharing ..
Ive watch a bunch of different channels that build tables like yours, but the way you explain and the calmness of your voice made me like your video a lot more than many others Ive watched. I'll definitely be watching more, and already subscribed too c:
Absolutely beautiful. Your and your helpers' talent is astounding. It's great to see people who know what they're doing, are willing to challenge themselves when they're not-to-sure, and truly enjoy their endeavors. God has blessed you.
Having watched a lot of guitar building, I feel like the finishing is truly my favourite. The tops are often so beautiful and the colors really pop up, they are so vibrant.
Just found your site, as I am looking to get into woodwork. I have watched a lot of youtube videos, and I can honestly say, I think yours is the best one. You explain everything really clearly and give some useful tips. The only thing I get confused over is the use of inches, as I work in mm (I live in the UK), but that's minor. I think I am now going to binge-watch all your other videos 😆
This was really great. Thanks for doing this video. I "got into wood working" without realizing it. I bought an old, unmaintained house in Japan in 2018, and one of the first things I did was cut down a large cedar tree that had been struck by lightning and threatened the house. But in cutting it down I really felt "I want to keep this, and see if there is something I can do with it". I cut the trunk into two pieces each about 1.8m long. Two years later, I discovered "River table" while watching some video (don't remember who's it was, but I know it wasn't this site, or a couple others that I follow). And I thought! Bingo! I want to make my bar top out of those two pieces of wood. Fast forward a few years later, and I've been collecting and storing large (1,500+kg) trees and after watching another UA-camr who had a horizontal bandsaw I thought... AH HA! (Because being in Japan the one thing I had not been able to find was a way to reliably cut my trees into slabs). I know this is a long winded comment, but the reason for it is I have also come to the realization that, as I'm still renovating the house, ALL of the furniture that will go into it will be made by me. I never thought I'd be a "furniture maker", only a "DIY house builder". But this is saw absorbing. And I love every aspect of it. I'm almost fully tooled up and ready to go. Just need to find a little bit of time to get my bandsaw put together (got it 2 weeks ago), and then we're off. I know I will be coming back to this channel over and over as I look at making different objects for the house. Really can't wait. Scott from Japan
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How about using the rest of that slab to make a waterfall end table so you will have a full living room table set.
The contrast between the top of the table and the legs of the table is brilliant and beautiful. Excellent piece of functional art.
Lets see that Jordan collection... Im sure you have an awesome display
Using the rest of the slab for a D&D table complete with various table top accessories (e.g. drawers to hold (a) dice, (b) character sheets, and (c) pencils), a surface that has a scored 1 inch x 1 inch square grid (or a hex grid if preferred), and a carved in box for each player to role their dice would be both (1) unique and (2) an object that is of interest to a growing market.
Just some food for thought.
U should use food wrap for the melamine so that its just the layer of wrap that stick
It’s a lovely table. I love woodworking. At 70 I finally had the money to buy more tools than clothes. But it’s too late to get really good. My eyesight is poor. My arm strength is weak. Who cares. I watch videos like this .. live vicariously… then go out in the shop an build burnable junk. It’s fun and it makes me happy!
To everyone that commented below: THANK YOU ALL so much! You have made me so happy and I feel so encouraged!! I need two barn doors for my (yard ornament) donkey and Miss Cow. I’m going to try a fancy cross hatch top half ( for air flow) out of 1.5 inch cedar strips and a conventional metal bottom but within in a frame of oak. Gentlemen!! Thank you for the hope!
February 2024 I got them done. Notes below!!
Thanks Barbara. I like your attitude, but don't sell yourself short. I'm sure being 70 vs 40 is very different, but my eyesight is very bad too. My arms are strong enough, but you can always build smaller projects.
All that said. as long as you're enjoying yourself and have something to look forward to...it's a win :)
Hey I’m 67 and being able to do even the smallest of wood projects gives me “pride & joy!”
Also 70 with defective eyesight. If you are smiling and not bleeding, it's a good day.
Now being able to afford it (I’m 54) is where I am at. If it weren’t for UA-cam videos I am not sure how I would learn. So maybe interest, opportunity and capability intersected at the right time?
My dad is 68, and still runs his shop outta his home, been doing so for more than 15 years I believe, it's never too late to "get really good" at anything, your tools do the work, might just take a bit longer.
I'm not sure how this video came across my feed. But honestly, this is the most real content I've seen in years. You can tell you have such a passion for this, and that you pour your heart and soul into it. Production of the video 15/10, commentary throughout 15/10, genuinely interested for the full length? 15/10. Love this channel now, will watch for many years to come
Everything you do is a work of art, I'm sure. Keep trying!
I'm surprised I wasn't subbed to this channel. I am now that's for sure. 15/10 through and through for sure! =]
You are all too kind. 🙏🏻😊
New sub here as well! That table is amazing! You guys are extremely talented.
New sub as well with me. I love the calm, interesting, and fun lecture.
The “I’m trying to convince my wife” subtitle took me out!!! Too funny and you’re incredibly talented! The table is gorgeous!!
such a predictable joke...
Timestamp??
@@oculusquest2460 about 2:18
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I'm been a woodworker for over 50 years ,your planning and assembly were honest and spot on.Nice job!
A very general question, do you think he got scanned? Or in a more harsh way do you think the guy sold him this picture tricked him into buying this bad piece of wood?
guy is better than you and you know it :D
@@petergreen1994 seemed to me like he was the guy they regularly get their wood from, not to mention he was given other better quality wood options he said he kept in the back. also, wood can definitely be very expensive. prices range from size to tree type/species.
There was a little cafe I always used to go to called red velvet and they had resin wood tables, and what made those tables so memorable was how they had little scenes in the resin. One was about a flower swamp with frogs, dried flowers, frog figures all encased in, and the other was a flower meadow with a bunch of cute little bees gathering stuff from dried flowers.
That’s so cool!
Yeah i've been to a cafe like that where the resin tables are filled with sweets and it looks so cool.
I'd like you to upload a photo of it somewhere I can see it
id do anything to know where that is
No one gonna talk about how a slab of wood that 90% of people would call “unusable” sold for $1100?
I was wondering about this! Is this considered very cheap for a piece of wood that size? I know it's expensive af to get slabs like this but I'm not a woodworker so I don't have a sense of value for this kinda thing.
Please get this reply up, I wanted to post it myself but searched exactly for this first! Can the content creators give any insight on this? Especially once you see they hardly use anything of the slab
That piece would probably be about 7 grand if it were more usable
@@Jorg05111980An Elm slab this size would probably typically go for $1500 to 2K. So I think $1100 is a reasonable price for it. It’s still entirely usable anyway, Chris just needed a click baity title.
@tanner8355 you're here so it worked a little bit I'd say.
“Dramatic reenactment” had me laughing so hard!!!!
The piece turned out very nice.
You guys put out absolutely incredible content! Keep up the good work! 👍
Thank you so much!!
First-time viewer and this moment alone is making me check out their channel more! I really enjoy the self-awareness. Plus, really awesome and gorgeous results. :>
My first time watching this channel and I nearly choked on my tea at the dramatic reenactment with sound effect. Perfect.
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Imagine having such a beautiful piece in your home, having watched all the work and passion going into it. Incredible.
Love folks like these two who tackle challenging problems, but especially like the fact that the tree did not go to waste; it's made a gorgeous table that someone will enjoy for ages.
For anyone wondering: the 2:56 "wood rot or what it was" is woodworm. I've had this in our cellar, and could poke a screwdriver literally halfway through one of the carrying beams of the hallway. (also really liked the Y-shaped design that you didn't go for, but final product was amazing of course)
How do you know if the woodworm is all dead?
@@muzzaro imo, if it wasnt dead when he removed the decaying wood the worm made, the epoxy would have absolutely cooked it
I think that the three legged base was the smartest because it will always sit evenly on most every surface. Three legs will adjust to almost any surface. Whereas, four legs will possibly find one leg does not sit the same on some surface and the table will rock a little.
Beautiful result !!
It is less stable, though. You can flop the table by pressing on edge between legs
@@KryptLynx how many times have you seen a table that’s rocking, and how many times you flipped a table?
@@KryptLynx That would be an unreasonable problem to worry about. If you are pressing that hard down on the edge of a three-legged table like this one, which is not that wide in the first place to even consider, then you deserve to have the thing tip over and spill everything on it. And a four legged table has the possibility of driving at least me crazy with it wobbling all the time on even a slightly un-level or un-even floor.
But also it doesn't matter at all on this design bc the 3 legs are connected flat at the bottom and completely disputes what you're trying to say
@@damianjones9446 There will still be one spot on each of the three flat bottom legs that will touch. So the rule is three points define a plane. All it takes is one spot on each of the three legs and it will be stable.
Simple mathematical rule.
I’ve seen a lot of woodworking content of late, but this channel sets itself apart with all the great camera work and editing. A+
Wow, thank you!
if you like this guy youll like blacktail studios too. they have a very similar vibe!
the production of these videos is as good as the actual woodwork! pure art! 12/10!
Haha...damn. Sailed right past 11/10. I love it!!!
Enjoyed your video. Regarding the decision on the base, (3 vs 4 legs), the three legged version is actually more usable, especially if it is placed on an uneven floor. Four legs requires an even floor or it will rock.
Two words come to mind in this very creative and interesting video: Redeem and Restore.
And for people like me who like to sit on the floor at coffee tables, this also means more leg room 😊
That particular 3 leg design will also require a perfectly flat floor.
Assuming that all 4 legs are even, and you are on a continuous floor, "Intermediate Function Theorem" proves that a table can be made stable on an uneven floor, by simply rotating the table around its center within 90°.
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Technical paper on why it works: arxiv.org/pdf/math-ph/0510065v6.pdf
Will topple more easier if someone puts pressure at the wrong spot
Great stuff! I'm not a woodworker but I am an artist and crafter and totally appreciate your work. Lots of time, skill and talent with amazing results!
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My man really forgot the number Loser lmao
The author does like to ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxkNYRBJuiJ6EwD-tQSAlxg0eFKsnR2cgz from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
Amazing table, and I do love how the strip of epoxy is larger, the only downside of this table in my opinion is that nothing was done to the legs, leaving them bare looks out of place, so I would’ve painted or coated them to match the rest of the table
Yep I was thinking the same about the legs of the table.
Yeah I agree the legs look out of place because of the colour.
Overall it is a really nice table 👌
Should've matched the legs with the table though in some way.
"I don't know how much attention you are paying. I might be on mute right now"
Fell asleep during the video after a long day at work and awful weather and woke up to this sentence. Had a good laugh and I'll definitely rewind to the part I still remember. Great video!
This is my first time watching one of your videos and I was completely blown away by the "creativity" that magically turned a suspect piece of wood into art. Your woodworking skills are without a doubt topnotch, as are your video production and storytelling chops. It was very entertaining and instructional
Thanks Al. Really appreciate the kind words. Hope you’ll enjoy other videos as much. 😊
Agreed and same here with first time viewing.
This is the first video I’ve ever seen from you but this was so cool to watch. You’re incredibly talented for one, but it also just feels like you’re having a genuine conversation with the viewer. Just saying exactly what youre thinking; it feels so real
Same
I love the table, and I'm glad you went with the 3 legged design. It's not something I could ever afford, nor would I ever have a place big enough to fit it, but it's a fantastic piece of art, and I'm glad it exists.
Pretty
Beautiful piece. The large epoxy is not a problem for me as I think it draws more attention to the grain in the center where the branches split into the Y and has a lot of interesting detail.
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The table came out so beautiful! Watching the whole process of planning, thinking and rethinking along the way was truly enjoyable maybe because, as a musician and a crocheter, those stages are the most challenging and satisfying to me. Thanks for sharing with us your talents and the love for your art form.
I gotta say, your woodworking and a voice over skills are amazing. You were loud enough so I could listen and understand what you were doing while multitasking, but not distracting. And you just in general have a very calm and soothing voice, that even when things weren't going great, it seemed like you could still find the good in it, or at least the motivation to keep going. The table came out beautifully, the top reminds me of a peaceful island in the middle of a river that is rarely explored, while the legs have a very unique design I haven't really seen before. Keep up the great work man!
First time visitor to this channel and now a subscriber. At no time I was bored. All I know is, that I've got to have at least one of your pieces. The meticulous way that you work on wood deserves more attention, because of the unique work of art, time and love that you put into each one of them... I'm going to watch more of your videos. You're Awesome!
Awww, that was sweet of you. Loving the videos!😃
I'm not sure how or why your video popped into my feed but I'm glad it did. I've been sharing it with everyone I know. Your work is absolutely amazing! The pieces that are created are incredibly unique and absolutely beautiful! It's an amazing and rare talent you guys have! And it is really refreshing to see a video with the level of real content and not just a bunch of useless information! I can't wait to watch the rest of your videos while I wait for you to post your newest creation!
VERY COOL! I was given a wonky "cookie" slab a couple years ago. There were cracks, rot, nothing parallel or on the same plain. It was a "reject" piece that had been out in the yard under a tree for who know how long. But I was given the task of making a pedestal table out of it, using a hollow log section. I had a router, a level, a drill, and a pencil. Oh yes, I had my imagination. I made a big mess, made a lot of noise, and ended up with a rather nice, but not perfect, table. It was my very first time using that resin/epoxy stuff. I had fun. I did enjoy seeing your process, even while drooling over your fancy tools.
I would love to see that table , I bet it gorgeous!
The droolability of the tools is real.
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I originally came to watch this video for as you said, "entertainment purposes". But you really made me feel so welcomed to continue watching the whole thing without a skip. I am really humbled to say that if I ever would be able to become a wood shop worker and needed guidance I would most definitely come back to this channel to just hear your humbled voice and guidance! Thanks for making this video as authentic as I can only imagine you are, based on how you spoke with all the transparency as you did. I most definitely don't leave many comments on any videos, but I just wanted to let you know I LOVED this video so much!
I’m learning a ton from your videos man! I’ve been a metal fabricator for almost 50 years . Your style is a bit modern my family home, but the techniques are all so much the same & that’s what is so important. Your furniture is freaking Beautiful by the way!
Absolutely gorgeous and perfection. Thank you for the video I stumbled on my chance and am totally intregued.
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! I would buy that table in a heartbeat if I could afford it. I see all the work you put into it. It's worth every penny. Thank you for a great video and for giving the 'unusable' wood a wonderful life!
i watched a video yesterday by some guy who just picked up a palet and used the wood to make a coffee table, and claimed he sold it for $500. I laughed my ass off.
I wouldn't bat an eyelit if this table was priced 5 times that amount, I would still think it's underpriced.
@@albertlwj 2500 wouldn't be too far off as i've seen full tables go for minimum 10k
To be honest, I genuinely think this is the first wood and epoxy project I have seen that looks like a premium piece of furniture and not a bar countertop. Congrats!
Thanks Benjamin. There are definitely other good ones out there. But there are plenty of bad examples as well :)
@@Foureyes.Furniture you’re welcome, as far as I can see on the video, you managed to avoid the glossy, plasticky that makes many of the pieces look DIY.
I am one of those people who watches for entertainment only (I'll never be able to afford the equipment and space to pursue the craft) and just live vicariously through those who can. I am loving your work as well as your low-key presentation.
What a beautiful piece! Well done!
And SUBSCRIBED!!!!
Finally came across someone who can create something amazing while having the time and honesty to explain the decisions made with the knowledge to follow, and bonus whit always makes it more enjoyable. Subscribed!
Glad you found us...and hope you enjoy our other videos as much
This is the most relaxing video I’ve ever watched, it was very technical, yet carefully and simply explained to the point it was easily comprehensible and not boring. It was a long video, but didn’t feel like so and I happily watched through it.
Nicely done, good job!
I was getting real Baumgartner Restauration vibes from this
I’ve always admired folks who could make something out of nothing. You definitely have done that. It’s a most beautiful table and I am sure the client absolutely loved it. Just subscribed.
I retired from being a furniture carpenter after a 15 year career in 2016 due to illness, and because my illness impairs the way my muscles work, I wont ever ba able to return to it.
While it saddens me to know I can't do this kind of thing myself anymore, I can't help but feel nostalgic about watching you guys in action, and doing a fantastic job of it too.
That is a beautiful piece of furniture, very well done.
By the way ... At that part when you mention people questioning the use of templates ... I'm right on board with you on that one. Not only does it make manipulating the shape far easier, it also makes it more consistant when you're required to do multiples of the same shape.
This was one of those "not sure why that's recommended to me" clicks, but I'm glad I clicked. I do watch some woodworking stuff, very rarely. But I really like that this guy is just so real. No bull shit, no over the top energy, no needless exclamation points. Just a dude saying what he wants to say. I dig it. Beautiful table too.
This is quite possibly my favorite video out of all of your videos. It’s real nice to see Four Eyes back. Thanks guys! Btw, good choice with the three leg option.
Wow...thanks! And glad you enjoyed it!
It turned out so nice. Actually like the larger epoxy resin part as great contrast. This piece would make a cool coffee table in a larger living room space. In a smaller living room it would take too much space.
I got here by accident and ended up watching the entire video, and then subscribing to the channel. The filming is fantastic, the furniture is beautiful, but even better is the self-deprecating commentary. Can't wait to check out more of these!
The most wood working I have ever done in my life was in grade school where we were given a stencil design to rub onto a wood block and a small curved hand wood carver. The wood was very soft. I have always been fascinated by people who can see in their minds what is in the wood tone created. I just happened upon your video. It’s incredible what you did with that piece of wood.
Definitely a beautiful piece of furniture, no question about that. The precision in the details of the joinery and overall finish is what defines the 'quality of workmanship'.
Watching the whole process of planning, thinking and rethinking along the way was truly enjoyable maybe because, as a musician and a crocheter, those stages are the most challenging and satisfying to me. Thanks for sharing with us your talents and the love for your art form.
I'll never make a piece of furniture nor probably ever work with wood in my life. Yet, this video is fantastic!!! I loved every minute. I loved learning how things are made beautifully and I loved seeing pieces of wood that might be discarded lovingly crafted into pieces of art that can be used every day! Just fabulous.
Really cool video and loved how the table turned out! One thing I've learned if you're using an epoxy resin finish is that you don't necessarily have to get rid of those rotted sections. If you tape off one side of the rotted material and pre-pour some resin around the area, it absorbs very well into the more pithy material and will harden it, perhaps to a greater degree than the rest of the piece depending on the type of wood. The coloration might not exactly match in the finished product, but sometimes that's a good thing!
I love how calm and relaxed his voice is while narrating
Having done a lot of resin work (though not for a table - yet), here are a few little tips: Because deep pour resin has such a long working time, it pays to sit the ready mixed bucket of resin in a bath of hot water for at least 5, preferably 10 minutes - make sure none of the water gets inside the bucket though! This gets rid of most of the bubbles and makes the end result much nicer and means less work with the blow torch. Also careful with the blow torch, if you hover over any bit of resin too long, it can burn it! As for the mold itself, if you caulk the sides, scrape it off again after, so you're left with a straight surface for your piece, but the caulk (or wax is even better) will be in the very crack you need it in. Silikone spray is the best mold release you'll find!
My dad is a wood worker. Heck, I wouldn't be surprised if he watched your videos! This isn't something I'd normally watch, but your video was so mesmerising😍👍
That table turned out beautifully, it reminds me of mid century furniture and no two pieces should look alike. Good job guys.
this is such good quality content!!! also your voice is really calming :)
I don't know anything about woodworking, just how to cut something with a saw, but still, i found this very fun to watch, and i was actually able to understand (almost) everything! so great job explaining!!!
A great job! I like the way you slaved the problems. As a side note, on the bottom of the legs adding recess levelers.
As a woodturner watching woodworking videos helps me solve some of my problems because I look for highly figured woods.
90 bucks for good furniture?! this channel is SOO UNDERRATED!!!
I can't say I'm a fan of river tables, but your work is amazing, and in general I like how it comes out.
Thanks for sharing.
Thank you. I'm actually not either. But in the short time we've been doing them, I'm figuring out the big aesthetic pit falls...and what I think makes for the back lash. I want to keep observing and coming to a conclusion. But I definitely want to make a video that goes into that.
Yeah that's not a river table.
Loved seeing that table saw jig for the angles on the table base. So simple and somehow I’ve never used that trick before. I’d love if you took a little more time to explain any jigs like that and how you’re using them. Even if it seems super basic, there might be more people out there who have years of experience doing things differently and could learn something.
Grandma here watching for entertainment. You have the ability to see what can be and the skill to sculpt that beauty to life.
If you ever encounter punky wood again in a project, you don't have to chisel -- Abatron makes a specialized epoxy that penetrates and hardens up rotten cellulose. Works like a charm (it has been used to preserve structural logs in a historic log cabin).
Appreciate that...I'll check that out. We actually tested this out a bit on some off cuts and the same epoxy we used made the punky wood usable from a functional perspective. But it doesn't look very good. So I'd probably remove it again. Ben Uyeda recomended to try sand blasting, finding a balance that is harsh enough to remove the bad wood, but leave the good wood. Sounds kinda fun, so I'd like to try it :)
Amazing outcome. Great technique and style. Would love to build something this. You guys are killing it on this channel.
Honestly, I'm not quite sure how I ended up on this video...? But I'm not complaining in the least. This was beautiful, and the process was mesmerizing. Thank you for sharing what you do! I often watch woodturning, epoxy resin videos, and also restoration videos, so I think it's probably natural progression to end up on furniture making! This video was from July, but I think I'll go watch some newer videos too... and will probably wind up subscribing.
Im not a big fan of epoxy resin tables.
After watching the amount of work put in to this piece I have had a change of heart.
The finished piece including the stand was impressive.
Congrats on a job well done!
I would really be interested in learning from you guys how you make your woodworking videos, either as a class that I could buy, or as a live UA-cam video (maybe you use that leftover piece to demonstrate). The way you guys mix media like at 8:14 with the sketches, the voiceovers is why I like watching your videos. That and the buddy cop banter.
Another beautiful build! I'm working on a hexagonal coffee table for myself, and I knew I wanted 3 legs with the angle you used, joined together in the center with #3x3Custom - Tamar inspired 3 way half lap, but I was unsure what to do for the top until I saw this. Thanks for the further inspiration!
Umm, this is one of the best videos I've seen! This makes me want to get into woodworking. Great job!
I don't know how I came here but I'm glad I did!! but I think it was the satisfaction of work being done to perfection that intrigued me. The table came out beautiful.
Outstanding video and project, the sheer amount of work you all have put into filming and editing this made it a pleasure to watch.
just discovered your channel and i appreciate how much work and effort you put into it! it’s not at all like these tiktok quick diys. ur builds look so regal and modern at the same time 🤤❤️
Thank you so much!!
The three piece leg was absolutely the play. The table almost floats on air. This build was more sublime than usual, gents. Thank you.
I took a woodworking class in my senior year of high school and while my orojects from that class were- average and I never done anything of the sort I still find myself fascinated by the craft and watch videos about it
I’ll have to get in touch with my teacher and show him these some day
Absolutely positively perfect! What a beautiful table from a piece of cracked wood. Well done guys! 😊🇨🇦
My first thought is about the volume of surface of the leg on the floor. This requires the floor to be pretty flat or the table will tend to rock. Would it be better to have the majority of the lower stretcher a little off the floor and have fixed 'feet' so that it has 3 points of contact and becomes a lot more stable?
Our floor is very not flat, and so far it's been pretty good. That said, you're totally right, but that's a pretty easy fix with some small silicone/felt pads.
@@Foureyes.Furniture smart!
It's looking great, and the tri-legs with bridges is perfect. Love the big epoxy gap too!
There is just something I love about videos that have no music, just mesmerizing visuals and amazing commentary. I'm really glad this video came out in my recommendations.
I think this table looks really great. The epoxy part and wood part are in a very good balance
Well, this is the first time a woodworking video has made me tear up haha
Amazing work man, you’re an inspiration ❤
Just a thought, but there are a few different types of wood stabilizers out there that you can spray on, pour on, paint on etc that could have rescued the spongy/corky wood you were dealing with. It wouldn't have been a perfect option, but it would have restored some rigidity to the piece, soaking into the fibers.
I wondered this too, but how is it going to react to epoxy? How about time? A test piece needs to be made and set aside for 8-10 years to really know. For the time, effort and cost of these bespoke items I’d probably spend $400 worth of time and another $200 in materials. That way you made a $3,000-$20,000 table instead of a $1,500 piece of art you hang on a wall.
You can always display a beautiful failure, I’ve actually converted a table made out of an old wooden elevator door into a beautiful wall feature. When the “table” started to come to pieces the furniture maker had another door he took apart and rebuilt into an excellent table top. He threw his failure into the deal for a bit under $3,000 including shipping. I reinforced it with a sheet of MDF and a walnut picture frame and also reinforced his wall and hung it for him. (The artist did all the work to build the table top and it started to come to pieces because the original glue and peg work reacted poorly to his stains, oils and/or lacquer. Before he packed it up it started loosening up and was no longer suitable as a table. (Still looked beautiful though).
@@john-paulsilke893 Thats a really good point
Spongy/corky wood? It had woodworm!
One could have thinned the epoxy and vacuum bagged it in. West System (Wood Epoxy Saturation Technique) for instance.
Good job boys, I’m currently working at a wood shop and the process is the best part for me. That’s what makes it addicting, and I enjoy going to work everyday making something new.
I swear I've never been so into a woodworking channel before. I loved everything about this. That table is beautiful! I totally subscribed btw. keep up the good work!
Great work guys! The bridge for the three legs was awesome. I’m wondering if it actually turned out easier with the bridge rather than the 120 miters. I’m terrified of trying to get three (actually six) 120 joints to fit perfectly, and the bridge seems like a much more approachable solution. How did it actually go? Thanks guys!
Thanks Alex. Hard to say since I didn't make the other version this time. But I suspect you are right. If it were only 1 joint (the 3 120º joints) it might be an even split. But with 6 it definitely increases the challenge...since now length is a crucial dimension as well.
The bridge joint was pretty easy. Slightly time consuming to create. But probably saved time on the back end by sanding being faster (no sharp angle interior corners to try to sand clean).
That was my thought also. The interface on the bridge would be much easier to sand flush, vs trying to get 6 perfect angled cuts to line up and meet in the middle.
I love that table! And I absolutely love that you went with the 3 instead of 4 legs version, it makes the table look more special. I would have chosen a darker color for the legs but to each their own.
I was wondering is it possible to do a ta le with Amber colored epoxy which in a way would macht the wood color? This would be incredibly interesting to me.
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I have a similar temperament. But you can come 10-25% harder in confidence about your top notch work. I had a teacher once who explained yin and yang as humility and sincerity. I think you're overplaying the humility and it's time to become more sincere. It will help with sales and the work in general. 10,000 thumbs ups.
Keep it up, love watching you guys, and appreciate the effort you 2 put into every project!
Thanks so much!
Fuck the noise, keep being you!
“I keep trying to convince my wife [that 7 inches is a lot]” really got a laugh out of me.
Here’s a fun short story. This was when I was in my senior year of high school in my advance woods class and it was around the last week until finals and graduation. And I was making a little side table we made in intro to woods just for something to do. And I grabbed the domino even though I didn’t need it because my mind wasn’t currently on. So when I realized I didn’t need it I went to put it in the storage and the cord got caught of the table corner and It slipped right out of my hands in front of the teacher. And this teacher is almost everyone’s favorite teacher if they had his class but he is known to yell at kids for being stupid and it’s pretty funny. But my heart just stopped and my mind finally returned and all he said in a calm voice was “that cost $1000 dollars” and all I said was “yup” and walked away to put it back. And thankfully it was fine and I didn’t owe anyone $1000
Thank you for sharing this journey. As a daughter of a carpenter who is into DIY herself, I struggle with the lack of space in my big city apartment and wish I had the means to afford and house more than just a few power hand tools. This was so pleasant and satisfying to watch. I am trying to find a way to add small sliding doors to a vintage cabinet and found one of your instructional videos. I liked your style so much that I carried onto this one. I'm subscribed! My wife (yes, I'm very stereotypical, ahha) is going to now be subjected to watching your woodworking videos with me this weekend. Keep doing what you're doing! Thanks!! :)
The guy at the woodshop tells you that the piece of wood is unusable and then charges you $1,100 for it.
Cheers Big John.
At 10:26 the best part comes
Bro your wife has high standards man 2:15
I thought I was the only one who saw it
Definitely deserves more recognition 🤣
You have the most beautiful soothing voice to listen to as a voiceover. I have muted videos before because of the sound of the voice over, but your voice is like butter.
Also loved watching this table build. I love the 3 legged base design. The maple contrasts so nicely with the color of the epoxy
Since you are making an epoxy table you didn't need to take out the termite damaged wood. You could have stabilized it with epoxy and kept the original look of the slab.
How about you use the rest of that slab & make a waterfall side table to go with the coffee table you just made.
The table's beauty and exquisite craftsmanship are truly remarkable, commanding attention and admiration. Yet, it is the script's metaphorical eloquence and the profound resonance of its conclusion .
Honestly, ever since i took wood shop in highschool. ive loved jobs like this taking a peace no one else will and then just, get jiggy with it. Get creative with it, and at the end of the day. You will be proud of it because you made it. I could never look at a peace of wood and say its unusable.
I could seriously listen to you talk all day. Very soothing & incredible work!! You popped up on my feed(due to my recent woodworking hyper fixation) and definitely an immediate subscriber!!
I honestly don't know how I got here from horseshoe manicures but all I can say is: that opening line "I'm an idiot" just won you a fan and another subscriber. It's clear you are passionate about what you do, and please never stop loving what you do. I'm definitely checking out more of your videos, and thank you so much for the wonderful visuals, hilarious jokes and fantastic final piece.
I personally find that table absolutely gorgeous.
Thank you!!!
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Is it the most beautiful table in the world? That may be debated.
But without a doubt, it definitely is a very beautiful table with attention to detail in its execution. Well done guys. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the vid.
the three legs design is beautiful .. well done .. and you are right fun is what is all about .. that's why i am in the middle of making a 12 inch sub-woofer wood+concrete .. let's see how it will sound .. thanks for sharing ..
Ive watch a bunch of different channels that build tables like yours, but the way you explain and the calmness of your voice made me like your video a lot more than many others Ive watched.
I'll definitely be watching more, and already subscribed too c:
Absolutely beautiful. Your and your helpers' talent is astounding. It's great to see people who know what they're doing, are willing to challenge themselves when they're not-to-sure, and truly enjoy their endeavors. God has blessed you.
Having watched a lot of guitar building, I feel like the finishing is truly my favourite. The tops are often so beautiful and the colors really pop up, they are so vibrant.
Just found your site, as I am looking to get into woodwork. I have watched a lot of youtube videos, and I can honestly say, I think yours is the best one. You explain everything really clearly and give some useful tips. The only thing I get confused over is the use of inches, as I work in mm (I live in the UK), but that's minor. I think I am now going to binge-watch all your other videos 😆
This was really great. Thanks for doing this video. I "got into wood working" without realizing it. I bought an old, unmaintained house in Japan in 2018, and one of the first things I did was cut down a large cedar tree that had been struck by lightning and threatened the house. But in cutting it down I really felt "I want to keep this, and see if there is something I can do with it". I cut the trunk into two pieces each about 1.8m long. Two years later, I discovered "River table" while watching some video (don't remember who's it was, but I know it wasn't this site, or a couple others that I follow). And I thought! Bingo! I want to make my bar top out of those two pieces of wood. Fast forward a few years later, and I've been collecting and storing large (1,500+kg) trees and after watching another UA-camr who had a horizontal bandsaw I thought... AH HA! (Because being in Japan the one thing I had not been able to find was a way to reliably cut my trees into slabs).
I know this is a long winded comment, but the reason for it is I have also come to the realization that, as I'm still renovating the house, ALL of the furniture that will go into it will be made by me. I never thought I'd be a "furniture maker", only a "DIY house builder". But this is saw absorbing. And I love every aspect of it. I'm almost fully tooled up and ready to go. Just need to find a little bit of time to get my bandsaw put together (got it 2 weeks ago), and then we're off. I know I will be coming back to this channel over and over as I look at making different objects for the house.
Really can't wait. Scott from Japan