I’m usually not a fan of the epoxy river tables.. most people do a glittery effect with too much of an unnatural color. Reminds me of a bowling alley. I guess I’m more of a minimalist and earth toned person. That being said, this table is absolutely beautiful and I love it.
Very nice. Like another individual below I am interested in the black pigment mix ratio. I think your table has the perfect balance of translucent and black. 6-9 drops per bucket but how much epoxy yu mixing at a time? Thanks
I made a small entry ocean table for my son that did not need a mold because I just poured over the wood. I am taking the river table class at rockler soon so I can learn how to make the mold and how to take on a bigger project. I also do not have a planer, so want to learn more about this. I used odie's oil on my table and appreciated learning about what you use. I have learned so much about epoxy and have completed several smaller projects, but lack the wood working knowledge. Can you tell me about the lumber yard portion? Do you just drop it off and someone machines/ planes it for you? Thanks so much for this awesome video!
That's pretty much it. Often you don't even have to leave it, they can do it in a half hour or less with the larger machines. Just call ahead and ask if they offer flattening services.
Was the epoxy and wood equally leveled or did you have to put the table through a sander or router to level it before you started the sanding process? Mine never gets leveled to that degree that i can start sanding straight away!
This is a reason why it’s super important to use the penetrating epoxy and be sure you are either sanding that after it cures, or pouring the deep pour before the penetrating epoxy is fully cured!
Table looks absolutely amazing. I am in the middle of flattening my slabs and I’m going to use black epoxy but want to be able to see the live edge as well. Did you achieve that look by not sanding the underside as much or did you pour clear on top.
Hello Travis, Yes, the bottom was only sanded to 240 grit, the epoxy portion on the top was sanded to 600. Don't use too much black pigment, so it stays smokey and translucent.
Cleaning with water would be fine for the resin portion. Water will pop the grain on the wood though, requiring another sanding. To avoid that, you can use mineral spirits, or denatured alcohol.
Thanks. I'm on the verge of my first epoxy table. Going to start with an end table. You have answered many of my questions and calmed A bunch if fears. Love the Walrus oil finish, but why is the epoxy so dull? Is there any way to give it some shine?
You would have to sand it to higher grits. She stopped at 240. To get a glossy surface you would need to sand up into the thousands. And may need to get into buffing and polishing for a true glass look. Some people skip all that and pour a flood coat of clear epoxy over the whole table, but then it applies that look to the wood as well.
How much does this specific table top weigh, not including those metal x-brace legs? I’d imagine a couple hundred pounds at least, that’s why she’s using metal legs. And what species of live edge wood is that?
It's Maple. Probably much more than a couple hundred pounds. You could build wood legs for this type of table though, many makers do. However, metal legs are quick, economical vs. building them, and are very popular right now.
Great job. A little vague though on the details for a "How To" video for example "Only adding a little to give a little color" - How much is a little among many other things in the video? Again stunning execution would just love to "Know" more ;)
Adding color is like seasoning with salt and pepper - Add to taste. When tinting and adding mica powders to epoxy, the way it looks at the beginning of the pour is pretty much the way it will look at the end. Mix a little color in, then pour some of the mixed epoxy into a small clear container at the same depth as the actual pour to see what it will look like.
Hi Rockler woodworking. I have never wet sander but I am about to on a river table, a little similar to yours, how do you add the water, is it by spraying on the resin. Do you ever have problems with the wood getting wet. I assume the sandpaper discs are not the same as for dry sanding Thanks John.
Wet sanding is done with a very high-grade grit sandpaper (400 and up) and is used by spraying a little bit of water on the surface just enough to build up a little slurry. The paper is called wet/dry paper and is specifically used for wet sanding.
Eventually, left to the elements, the sun and nature will always win. That being said, there are UV resistant epoxies and out door finishes you can apply. However, they will require regular up keep.
Hello, Cass from Stonemill & Co. sent this to a lumber yard for flattening in a wide belt sander, and straight line ripping and squaring the edges. These processes can be done in a small garage shop in other ways, but would be many hours of labor intensive work. Whereas the lumber yard can do it in around 30 minutes or less.
How much would something like this you would sell for+ what are supplies costs for a table of this size overall? $300? ( assuming you have wood & place to work where...???
Hello, This video was made by Cass, from Stonemill & Co. You would have to reach out to her for more info on this. Here is her website - www.stonemillandco.com/ - Thanks!
That means she took the table out of the mold and had a lumber yard flatten the whole thing by "machining" it. Most likely it was run through a planer, wide belt sander or flattened on a large cnc router. They machine the top and bottom sides so they are flat and parallel. It looks like they trimmed and squared all the edges for her as well.
I’m usually not a fan of the epoxy river tables.. most people do a glittery effect with too much of an unnatural color. Reminds me of a bowling alley. I guess I’m more of a minimalist and earth toned person. That being said, this table is absolutely beautiful and I love it.
I couldn’t agree more! And thank you!
EXCELLENT WORK! WHAT A BEAUTY OF A TALE! KEEP WOWING US!
Awesome thank you!!!
Very nice job the colors work well together. You should create a course for sale. I would purchase it for sure! Take care! 😊😊😊
I saw this table last week in the Fairfax VA store. Great work.
Awe yey thank you!!
Awesome table the results are stunning
Beautiful effect with the black epoxy. Nice work! 👏
Yey thank you!
I like the videos when people dont curse or pretend to be funny. Thanks.
The table turned out gorgeous.......great job!!!
Thank you so much!!!
Outstanding and Beautiful table to build with apoxy. A collector pices. Thanks.
Thank youuuuuuu!!
Amazing. I am ready to try my first project
Gorgeous table!!!! Absolutely stunning!
Thank you so much!!
Looks fantastic
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Amazing table and apoxy. Suggestion on best methods to a beginner project? Thanks for sharing video.
Wondering if anyone has ever done a similar project for a fireplace surround? If so, would love to see photos!!!
Wow…..great work.good information
Very nice. Like another individual below I am interested in the black pigment mix ratio. I think your table has the perfect balance of translucent and black. 6-9 drops per bucket but how much epoxy yu mixing at a time? Thanks
I made a small entry ocean table for my son that did not need a mold because I just poured over the wood. I am taking the river table class at rockler soon so I can learn how to make the mold and how to take on a bigger project. I also do not have a planer, so want to learn more about this. I used odie's oil on my table and appreciated learning about what you use. I have learned so much about epoxy and have completed several smaller projects, but lack the wood working knowledge. Can you tell me about the lumber yard portion? Do you just drop it off and someone machines/ planes it for you? Thanks so much for this awesome video!
That's pretty much it. Often you don't even have to leave it, they can do it in a half hour or less with the larger machines. Just call ahead and ask if they offer flattening services.
Larger tables you'll want some type of bar on the bottom of the table to keep the table from warping.
Can you also share how to measure or know the live-edge slabs are ready for epoxy project to avoid crack, wrap?
You can use a moisture meter to check that the wood is dry enough for use. We recommend using wood that has been kiln dried.
Was the epoxy and wood equally leveled or did you have to put the table through a sander or router to level it before you started the sanding process? Mine never gets leveled to that degree that i can start sanding straight away!
Beautiful piece. How does one move this around without the epoxy.wood bond popping apart? Seems like that would be a thing
The bond between the wood and the epoxy is actually incredibly strong.
This is a reason why it’s super important to use the penetrating epoxy and be sure you are either sanding that after it cures, or pouring the deep pour before the penetrating epoxy is fully cured!
Looks great!! I see you used 9 gallons of epoxy, what size table is this?
Hello, We aren't sure of the exact dimensions. Cass, from Stonemill & Co. made this table. It looks like it may be around 3' x 6' and 2" thick.
Table looks absolutely amazing. I am in the middle of flattening my slabs and I’m going to use black epoxy but want to be able to see the live edge as well. Did you achieve that look by not sanding the underside as much or did you pour clear on top.
Hello Travis,
Yes, the bottom was only sanded to 240 grit, the epoxy portion on the top was sanded to 600. Don't use too much black pigment, so it stays smokey and translucent.
What are you cleaning it with? Just water.. ? But a beautiful piece ❤
Cleaning with water would be fine for the resin portion. Water will pop the grain on the wood though, requiring another sanding. To avoid that, you can use mineral spirits, or denatured alcohol.
Thanks. I'm on the verge of my first epoxy table. Going to start with an end table. You have answered many of my questions and calmed A bunch if fears. Love the Walrus oil finish, but why is the epoxy so dull? Is there any way to give it some shine?
You would have to sand it to higher grits. She stopped at 240. To get a glossy surface you would need to sand up into the thousands. And may need to get into buffing and polishing for a true glass look. Some people skip all that and pour a flood coat of clear epoxy over the whole table, but then it applies that look to the wood as well.
How much does this specific table top weigh, not including those metal x-brace legs? I’d imagine a couple hundred pounds at least, that’s why she’s using metal legs. And what species of live edge wood is that?
It's Maple. Probably much more than a couple hundred pounds. You could build wood legs for this type of table though, many makers do. However, metal legs are quick, economical vs. building them, and are very popular right now.
Great job. A little vague though on the details for a "How To" video for example "Only adding a little to give a little color" - How much is a little among many other things in the video? Again stunning execution would just love to "Know" more ;)
Adding color is like seasoning with salt and pepper - Add to taste. When tinting and adding mica powders to epoxy, the way it looks at the beginning of the pour is pretty much the way it will look at the end. Mix a little color in, then pour some of the mixed epoxy into a small clear container at the same depth as the actual pour to see what it will look like.
@@rockler thank you. It looks wonderful with the gradation like a real river and great depth ;)
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Beautifully done! How many liters of epoxy did you use here overall?
35.96 Liters or 9.5 Gallons.
Can you share How you calculate eproxy to use?
Hello, MAS has a resin calculator on their website at - masepoxies.com/resin-calculator/ - Thanks
Hi Rockler woodworking. I have never wet sander but I am about to on a river table, a little similar to yours, how do you add the water, is it by spraying on the resin. Do you ever have problems with the wood getting wet. I assume the sandpaper discs are not the same as for dry sanding
Thanks
John.
Wet sanding is done with a very high-grade grit sandpaper (400 and up) and is used by spraying a little bit of water on the surface just enough to build up a little slurry. The paper is called wet/dry paper and is specifically used for wet sanding.
Can this weather as an outdoor table?
Eventually, left to the elements, the sun and nature will always win. That being said, there are UV resistant epoxies and out door finishes you can apply. However, they will require regular up keep.
How wide can the epoxy portion be? Does there need to be dowels or any support system to make sure the epoxy and wood don’t come apart?
Hello, Please reach out to our product support team at 1-800-260-9663 or support@rockler.com. They'll be able to assist you. Thank you
What do you recommend for finding reasonably priced live edge wood for these kinds of projects?
Many of our stores carry live edge slabs. You could swing by your local Rockler and check out the selection!
You mentioned that you sent it off to the lumber yard. Will most lumber yards surface a slab for you or is that just a connection you have?
Yes, many lumber yards offer flattening services. We recommend calling your local lumber yard or mill to confirm before going.
What type of caulk did you use?
Why do you send it out to the lumber yard
Hello, Cass from Stonemill & Co. sent this to a lumber yard for flattening in a wide belt sander, and straight line ripping and squaring the edges. These processes can be done in a small garage shop in other ways, but would be many hours of labor intensive work. Whereas the lumber yard can do it in around 30 minutes or less.
How did you get it leveled?
did you use a router on the edges?
Nope just by hand!
Can I use a sheet of tybek with tape around the edges, or just the tape?
Epoxy doesn't stick the the smooth side of sheathing tape. That is the key here.
How much would something like this you would sell for+ what are supplies costs for a table of this size overall? $300? ( assuming you have wood & place to work where...???
Hello, This video was made by Cass, from Stonemill & Co. You would have to reach out to her for more info on this. Here is her website - www.stonemillandco.com/ - Thanks!
What does it mean to take it to the lumberyard for “machining”?
That means she took the table out of the mold and had a lumber yard flatten the whole thing by "machining" it. Most likely it was run through a planer, wide belt sander or flattened on a large cnc router. They machine the top and bottom sides so they are flat and parallel. It looks like they trimmed and squared all the edges for her as well.
What do you send it to the lumber yard for exactly?
For flattening on a wide belt planer/sander and trimming the edges square.
what kind/brand of caulk did you use?
We aren't sure. Cass, from Stonemill & Co., made this video. We would recommend using a fast curing silicone, as to a traditional caulk though.
What kind of wood is that?
Hello, Cass from Stonemill &Co. made this table and video, but it looks like Maple.
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How much for the table ??
This was made by Cass, from Stonemill & Co., and you can reach out to them on their website www.stonemillandco.com/ Thanks!
I missed the part when you removed the section of wall that covered the epoxy
Great looking table top.....the legs....meh....
Everyone is using black...seems to be the trend but kind of wrecks it.