I would strongly advise wearing a respiratory mask when mixing, pouring and sanding epoxy, especially with very fine grit like 600 grit. Hopefully you are already aware, but the reason for this is that the particles in epoxy (and lots of polyurethane substance) are very harsh on your system, and although you might not feel it yet, you can and will become allergic to them at some point, it is just a matter of time. For some people it comes at first use, and some others use it their whole career but stop before becoming allergic. Epoxy resin fumes and fine dust are also linked to various cancers, mostly lungs and trachea if I’m correct. So please for the sake of your health and prosperity, wear at least basic respiratory protection, and advertise this issue to the many people who follow you! Best regards, Antoine
The first time I worked with this stuff and sanded, I was smart enough to wear a respirator, long sleeves, gloves etc. When finished sanding I blew myself off with air and ended up injecting the dust into my legs. Developed a major rash for about 3 weeks. Talk about a learning curve.
@@jeffstauffer2628 Wow! I'm really happy I read op's comment and your reply. I haven't yet worked with resin but will make sure to properly protect myself when I do and I'm very thankful for the inside.
@@jeffstauffer2628 That's just ONE reason why ANY responsible employer will take you down the disciplinary route if they catch you using compressed air to blow anything off your body.
I just have such gratitude, Resin is one of the few arts where the artists are so generous in teaching newbies. It’s a pleasure to engaging with such a cool community.
That's nice to know because there are so many functional arts where folks keep their processes tightly guarded. I'm excited to get into rrsin/epoxy because the art feels endless. You can make SO many items...and they can all be very different. I'm just hoping to skip over some of the newbie/expensive mistakes. So, it's good to know people are open to helping and sharing...
This has to be the most beautiful table ever. Hard to believe the transformation from wood to table. Your videos are calming and soothing, unlike the daily news. Thank you for the breath of fresh air!
Hi I’m a newcomer to your show and I happened to see you struggle getting a large piece of wood out of your pickup. I usually work alone and being over 70 I don’t lift anything heavy unnecessarily, so I developed a simple technique to remove heavy items from my Tacoma. It involves a piece of good rope and an eye bolt. Attach the bolt to any solid object, in my case the back wall of my garage. Attach the rope to your heavy load , thread it through the eye bolt, and connect to your truck hitch or bumper. Usually I just use the idle to slowly pull out of the garage , stopping every couple of feet to inspect the project. If you have a solid sturdy table raise the eye bolt slightly higher than the table, bring the truck tailgate as close as possible to the table and slowly pull the truck away. If you have a trusted helper that would help but it can be done alone. Sometimes two eye bolts are needed to keep the rope clear.
hi brother,my name is Bogdan and I'm from Russia, I've been watching your videos for a long time and I really like it, despite the fact that I don't know English well, I want to express my gratitude for what you're doing,I opened a small production of epoxy tables in the city where I live, your videos are very helpful in understanding the process of creating such a table, I send you greetings from Krasnodar.
After watching the video advert i was still skeptical. But when i finally downloaded the plans ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxZF0EMnrujZvqHhGkxiz559uIABJWR9TG i was very impressed. The whole plan was just as you said in the video. Thank you very much. I now have a large and valuable collection for my woodworks. This is great!
I have been doing epoxy hardwood tables for over two years and this guy☝️is awesome. He thinks outside the box and it shows in his work. His tips are pure gold and will save you time and money. I love the finishing and his high standards which makes his work awesome. He deserves 1 million thumbs up and 10 million subscribers
Well all I can say is wow! From the precision to the design through to the excellent narration was just awesome. What a brilliant table and love the fact you set the photo shoot up right there with a purpose back drop etc! Well done, great skills.
Every now and then I love to see other people making great stuff. Although I'm not into making epoxy tables I love to see the effort you put into this. My compliments on the colour of the steel frame!
I am just getting into this epoxy thing in my quest to build a computer desk. I really love how the top came out. I think the colors are gorgeous. Thank you for posting this!
Thank you so much for these videos. I am 54 and will start practicing with small tables so that I have something to do for income during my retirement years. Watching your videos has taught me a lot and I feel confident this is possible.
Your videos are so relaxing and make me want to continue with my woodwork. Ive always been into it and loved it in school but now I just sit around and wait for some one to say they need something that's wooden and I jump at the opportunity to build it for them. Its so rewarding! Could be a great side gig too!
Long time finish carpenter, cabinet shop owner, woodworker. Gave up my big shop but have a small building I've turned into my woodshop and have been starting to make some resin projects. I've purchased several big slabs of wood, maple and walnut, and plan to make a new kitchen table out of the walnut so this video was perfect for what I'm about to do. Great tips, really nice camera work, and I love how you share not only your successes, but your failures as well. Thanks so much for these tips as I've been using Ecopoxy and not really happy with it. Going to try this product along with some of your techniques on my next art project. Thanks so much!!
Good stuff! I always learn something new from your videos, so let me see if I can give back a little - I've had pretty good luck with sandblasting to get the soft wood and bark out of the hard to reach or uneven areas, which avoids tool marks from a chisel or wire brush. I use an inexpensive HF pressurized abrasive blaster loaded with crushed walnut shell media, and I set up a pallet on the lawn and blast away. The media is organic so I just leave it to settle into the lawn. This method really works wonders in getting rid of the soft stuff down in the gaps. Looking forward to the next vid!
Made my first epoxy table this year following your videos! Came out beautiful and still learning. Thanks for all the instructional and helpful videos, your videos are awesome 😎
That was a work of art! So pleasing to the eye. Bringing the stand to the edge only added to the character of the table as the copper color played so well with the wood tone. And the black! It makes the wood appear to float in a void as if by magic. Dude!
I never counted you as a DIY channel since you do this for a living. I have found the tips and ways to save work fascinating and something that would help a DIY'er,
Having been a woodworker my whole life, professional cabinet maker, and one off specialty items, this really makes me want to go to the next level. I also forge knives in between projects. Would like to combine the two somehow! Great work!
Been binging your videos over the past few days, loving all your work! I’m about to try my hand at making a walnut desk. Maybe a little epoxy to fill in some holes, but for the most part the desk is going to be natural shape and natural edges.
I just subscribed to your site. I have been watching you on my Apple TV and wanted to tell you that your site is probably the best I have viewed. Your information about how and how not to do something is very informative. I am a retired general contractor who is now into bowl and resin turning. I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate someone who gives correct and non bias information about products, tools, materials and methods to complete a project. I will keep watching. Thanks Bill
Yeah, agree with you, when i first saw the stand, i thought oh, no, he's gonna ruin the table putting that on it! then it cuts to the finished colour of frame & table, and boom! he nailed it, totally spot on. looked awesome. I have got to get into this genre of woodworking.
Beautiful table you have much more patience than I. The pride of your work shows. Your humbness is also commendable.If you never stop learning.You can only get better at what you love too do. God bless you. Best wishes.
I've watched three or four of these videos now and this one made me say "wow" audibly during the buffing process. You put out a great quality product man, keep at it!
This is the first time I’ve watch one of your videos you do a awesome job. You explain things very well. I will be watching a lot more of your videos. Amazing work!!!!
Small thing bruv when drilling the holes for the inserts before marking the holes roughly place a bit of tape there then proceed, helps with the chipping👍
Beautiful. As far as the bark being kept on, yes I have finished one with the bark on. My client wanted it left on. I had my doubts at first, but it turned out beautiful .
Totally outstanding piece of work, I mean I would be so proud to have made that top, respect to you sir !!! Greetings from uk and everyone please do their bit in these times.....stay safe
Even though you had someone help cut with the large machine, it’s still your DIY. It’s great you someone that can assist, maybe you’ll get to assist with another DIY’r that doesn’t have a piece of equipment that you do! We’re all in it together! I like your wife’s cinematography better. :). Beautiful work, you have an artistic gift, plus the ability to teach. Thank you!
Gorgeous table!! I'm planning on starting a career transition soon and really want to make tables/countertops like this. Great job!! Thank you for sharing your craft!
Next time your boss/wife/husband/significant other/dominatrix tells you they want a shelf put up somewhere, you will be able to put up an epoxy and wood shelf with a live edge that makes the rest of the house look not good enough for your shelf.... they will hate how awesome the shelf looks and how crappy the rest of the house looks and will never ask you to do anything again because your little shelf will outshine the rest of the house... putting a spotlight on how meager their entire existence is. Your shelf will show them what a fine steakhouse life can be, and they will look around at the rest of the house and see day old McDonalds.....
Great Video! This is exactly the kind of stuff I want to do when I retire from the military. Just an idea but after doing research and learning different techniques, have you tried lining your template frames with tyvek tape for a clean break once the epoxy hardens? Thanks again I really enjoyed the video.
Utilizing available resources to plane etc. is not cheating, it’s working smart. That equipment is very expensive and large for a diy enthusiast to buy, so why not make use of available resources? Love your table!
@@xristinarose2409 yeaah i had some experiences with expoxy and similar things, i learned that a good mask iq your best friend xD luckely enough, with covid everyine has masks lying around 😂😂😂
I love this video! Thank you for being so detail oriented and your speaking cadence is very polished. Price comparison, how did this product compare with other deep pour epoxies you have used?
I've been watching your videos for about a month or so.. I'm impressed, thank you. My desire to start working with wood is growing. You are an inspiration ❤
Basic DYI means you do it yourself. If I start a project and then hire someone to come in and do work as well.... becomes more of a team project and not quite DYI. Having a channel to give guides on DYI shouldn't include outside work.
“If you don’t have an industrial shop available to you that doesn’t mean you can’t make one of these tables; it just means I’m luckier than you” 😂😂😂 the Ina Garten of DIY tables! Love it
Did he say that? I'm wondering what the bare minimum of tools to begin creating tables or other items would be..and thether if more epoxy:wood ratio equals softer pieces with less stability?
@@chandlertokes9009New World Order scientists working for CIA developed Covid-19 in Area 51, for New-Age warfare, but one of the test chimps that they'd infected in their lab escaped to Wuhan and bit someone
Is there any particular reason why you don't have a 1/4" or so layer of clear epoxy on top of the table. So that if it ever gets scratched/ damaged it will be easier to repair vs fixing a damaged wood surface.
Good question! I love the look and feel of wood. Not a huge fan of thick plastic layers. Also, this finish can be spot repaired, a clear coat has to be taken somewhere to repair. I will be doing a thick finish on a table coming up though.
If I was to try do this project for myself. Would you recommend paying as much attention as you do. Bearing in mind I’m not no where near as skilled as your self. ??? Would like to say. Absolutely lovely job as usual. Keep grinding blacktail
Gorgeous work I have to ask the dreaded question though with the high price on all of the materials and many hours going into the work how much do you sell the finished product for?
@@BlacktailStudio Thank you for not being cagey about the question. Also, stunningly BEAUTIFUL table, craftsmanship, and creativity all with a fantastic verbal narration throughout. Nice, Nice, work!
That, Alexander, is absolutely brilliant. I am math illiterate and was going to lay my project down because I couldn’t figure out how to make the necessary calculations. You just saved my project. Thank you!
In addition to what Alexander Franke said, you can/should also try the math combined with the sand. Compare to 2 and see how close the math comes to the sand volume and the actual Epoxy volume. This way, you perfect your math while not using too little or too much Epoxy and eventually can eliminate the sand step.
Thanks for this well produced informative video. I just pulled the trigger and bought a Hud-son hfe30 bandsawmill. I don't have walnut in my area but on my own land are some old,bid pecan trees that I will murder in hopes of creating a thing of beauty like you did. So nice of you to share this deep pool of knowledge with the experience tips added. I certainly appreciate you and wish there was a way to get you rewarded for your generosity. Thanks Again!!!
I would strongly advise wearing a respiratory mask when mixing, pouring and sanding epoxy, especially with very fine grit like 600 grit.
Hopefully you are already aware, but the reason for this is that the particles in epoxy (and lots of polyurethane substance) are very harsh on your system, and although you might not feel it yet, you can and will become allergic to them at some point, it is just a matter of time. For some people it comes at first use, and some others use it their whole career but stop before becoming allergic.
Epoxy resin fumes and fine dust are also linked to various cancers, mostly lungs and trachea if I’m correct.
So please for the sake of your health and prosperity, wear at least basic respiratory protection, and advertise this issue to the many people who follow you!
Best regards,
Antoine
Great advise Antoine!
The first time I worked with this stuff and sanded, I was smart enough to wear a respirator, long sleeves, gloves etc. When finished sanding I blew myself off with air and ended up injecting the dust into my legs. Developed a major rash for about 3 weeks. Talk about a learning curve.
@@jeffstauffer2628 Wow! I'm really happy I read op's comment and your reply. I haven't yet worked with resin but will make sure to properly protect myself when I do and I'm very thankful for the inside.
How about wet sanding? Flooding the surface works well for me.
@@jeffstauffer2628 That's just ONE reason why ANY responsible employer will take you down the disciplinary route if they catch you using compressed air to blow anything off your body.
I just have such gratitude, Resin is one of the few arts where the artists are so generous in teaching newbies. It’s a pleasure to engaging with such a cool community.
That's nice to know because there are so many functional arts where folks keep their processes tightly guarded. I'm excited to get into rrsin/epoxy because the art feels endless. You can make SO many items...and they can all be very different. I'm just hoping to skip over some of the newbie/expensive mistakes. So, it's good to know people are open to helping and sharing...
Are there any messaging boards, groups etc that you would recommend for beginners?
friend, how are you? Hope you and your family are happy and healthy every day!
It's the most beautiful table I've ever seen in my life
Yes, it's beautiful!!
This has to be the most beautiful table ever. Hard to believe the transformation from wood to table. Your videos are calming and soothing, unlike the daily news. Thank you for the breath of fresh air!
I agree. However, I am a bit old fashioned and would have preferred the legs to be black, although the copper does blend very well with the wood.
@@lizeggar2421 I agree 100%
Never knew about the craftsmanship that went into an epoxy table and I must say I'm speechless. The shine you got from it is mind-blowing
Oh thanks!
Hi I’m a newcomer to your show and I happened to see you struggle getting a large piece of wood out of your pickup. I usually work alone and being over 70 I don’t lift anything heavy unnecessarily, so I developed a simple technique to remove heavy items from my Tacoma.
It involves a piece of good rope and an eye bolt. Attach the bolt to any solid object, in my case the back wall of my garage. Attach the rope to your heavy load , thread it through the eye bolt, and connect to your truck hitch or bumper.
Usually I just use the idle to slowly pull out of the garage , stopping every couple of feet to inspect the project. If you have a solid sturdy table raise the eye bolt slightly higher than the table, bring the truck tailgate as close as possible to the table and slowly pull the truck away.
If you have a trusted helper that would help but it can be done alone.
Sometimes two eye bolts are needed to keep the rope clear.
One of the coolest epoxy table videos I've ever watched. The table is beautiful - great job.
hi brother,my name is Bogdan and I'm from Russia, I've been watching your videos for a long time and I really like it, despite the fact that I don't know English well, I want to express my gratitude for what you're doing,I opened a small production of epoxy tables in the city where I live, your videos are very helpful in understanding the process of creating such a table, I send you greetings from Krasnodar.
I think you can still consider this a DYI project. Your tables are absolutely gorgeous. You put a lot of work into them. Love them!!
After watching the video advert i was still skeptical. But when i finally downloaded the plans ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxZF0EMnrujZvqHhGkxiz559uIABJWR9TG i was very impressed. The whole plan was just as you said in the video. Thank you very much. I now have a large and valuable collection for my woodworks. This is great!
gorgeous table! I have never made anything but enjoy watching you make these, the best moment is when you buff it and it comes to life!
When you look at the table from above closely it feels like you’re flying over a dark still lake, very beautiful.
Totally!
lol
@Andrew Tomlinson Great imagination. I wouldn't have noticed that. But now I'm up in an airplane looking down at the beautiful wild landscape
After watching I can't wait to get to work on the table I have planned
I have been doing epoxy hardwood tables for over two years and this guy☝️is awesome. He thinks outside the box and it shows in his work. His tips are pure gold and will save you time and money. I love the finishing and his high standards which makes his work awesome. He deserves 1 million thumbs up and 10 million subscribers
Well all I can say is wow! From the precision to the design through to the excellent narration was just awesome. What a brilliant table and love the fact you set the photo shoot up right there with a purpose back drop etc! Well done, great skills.
Every now and then I love to see other people making great stuff. Although I'm not into making epoxy tables I love to see the effort you put into this. My compliments on the colour of the steel frame!
I am just getting into this epoxy thing in my quest to build a computer desk. I really love how the top came out. I think the colors are gorgeous. Thank you for posting this!
Thank you so much for these videos. I am 54 and will start practicing with small tables so that I have something to do for income during my retirement years. Watching your videos has taught me a lot and I feel confident this is possible.
Your videos are so relaxing and make me want to continue with my woodwork. Ive always been into it and loved it in school but now I just sit around and wait for some one to say they need something that's wooden and I jump at the opportunity to build it for them. Its so rewarding! Could be a great side gig too!
Still counts as DIY for me, you’re just using the resources at your disposal. Nice table mate! 👍
I fell the same
Ye, he got help a whooping 8 minutes. A fractions of the time, good job!!
Absolutely stunning piece just wish you hadn’t missed out so much of the process
Long time finish carpenter, cabinet shop owner, woodworker. Gave up my big shop but have a small building I've turned into my woodshop and have been starting to make some resin projects. I've purchased several big slabs of wood, maple and walnut, and plan to make a new kitchen table out of the walnut so this video was perfect for what I'm about to do. Great tips, really nice camera work, and I love how you share not only your successes, but your failures as well. Thanks so much for these tips as I've been using Ecopoxy and not really happy with it. Going to try this product along with some of your techniques on my next art project. Thanks so much!!
This guys should record for calm what a beautiful voice. I almost fell asleep. ps this is a compliment.
Ha! Thanks 😊
Beautiful.
@H R same
Well if you ever need a voice to wake you up in a panic give me a holler....
Good
I felt I wasn't liking the effect then come the end just wow! Great presentation in the video on top.
Good stuff! I always learn something new from your videos, so let me see if I can give back a little - I've had pretty good luck with sandblasting to get the soft wood and bark out of the hard to reach or uneven areas, which avoids tool marks from a chisel or wire brush. I use an inexpensive HF pressurized abrasive blaster loaded with crushed walnut shell media, and I set up a pallet on the lawn and blast away. The media is organic so I just leave it to settle into the lawn. This method really works wonders in getting rid of the soft stuff down in the gaps.
Looking forward to the next vid!
Oh man, I need to step my game up to a blaster eventually. That sounds awesome
Hey Bill can you post a video of that?? I think there's a lot of people obviously myself included that would be interested in seeing that
Right on the money the only way to strip soft wood I use a similar technique but I do enclose the area my grass does not like the walnut dust 👍
@@nedgots2165
Vid plez
@@brettmciver432 I have no video sorry
When you lifted the top up and the light shown through the epoxy it looked like a night shot of a coastal city. Absolutely gorgeous
Made my first epoxy table this year following your videos! Came out beautiful and still learning. Thanks for all the instructional and helpful videos, your videos are awesome 😎
This table is absolutely gorgeous! The final product with the base is OH MY HEAVENS!!!!!!
Thanks so much!!
I absolutely love this table with the black epoxy and the Copper legs are gorgeous 💕
Thanks Susie!
That is absolutely the most beautiful piece I have ever seen. That slab could be hung on the wall as art work! Fantastic job!!
Thank you for leaving the knocking over of the saw horse part, I feel like this is more attainable now 🤣😍
Haven’t done a table yet but definitely want to do one some day
Follow your dreams
@@rudiwillsberry6442 how is that a dream? don't exaggerate it, just a DIY you can do if you have time
That was a work of art! So pleasing to the eye. Bringing the stand to the edge only added to the character of the table as the copper color played so well with the wood tone. And the black! It makes the wood appear to float in a void as if by magic. Dude!
This table is beautiful I can’t wait to build a shop start start making tables myself . One day real soon
Step one is getting started, you’d be surprised what you can achieve with what you already have
Need an assistant? No pay necessary, just want to gain experience.
Wow! I had no intention on making a table, but watched it to the end. Nice of you to share this much in such an efficient way! 🙌🏻
That is incredibly beautiful! I wish I had the space, and the tools, to try this out. Your videos are very calming.
I never counted you as a DIY channel since you do this for a living. I have found the tips and ways to save work fascinating and something that would help a DIY'er,
Having been a woodworker my whole life, professional cabinet maker, and one off specialty items, this really makes me want to go to the next level. I also forge knives in between projects. Would like to combine the two somehow! Great work!
Hello, do you know what type of wood he used?
I like your way of taking people along your learning process. Refreshing to see someone admit they arent always right. Earned your sub :)
I use that epoxy for my jewelry and u have helped me with my epoxy journey. With getting rid of my bubbles
borderlands mad man Hi what ratio of the mixture your using for expoxy resins.
1 to 1
"epoxy journey".
🙄
Chris Parker what the hell?? 🤣 let her live her best epoxy journey.
Wow u even sound dumb making fun of someone. I'm a man it's even in my name.
I really enjoy your voice overs 👍
Working smarter not harder I would not call that cheating on DIY. Just stumbled onto your videos.
I love how it looks in the end
Been binging your videos over the past few days, loving all your work! I’m about to try my hand at making a walnut desk. Maybe a little epoxy to fill in some holes, but for the most part the desk is going to be natural shape and natural edges.
man these epoxy tables you make are just the best. nothing beats that black and dark brown color pallet
Breathtaking! This is literally one of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen. Good job man!
Oh wow, thanks!
That’s insanely beautiful. I would be afraid to use the table for anything.
You are an artist! Beautiful work! I love how you used the wood so perfectly!!! One day I will be able to afford one of your tables!
Thanks!
I just subscribed to your site.
I have been watching you on my Apple TV and wanted to tell you that your site is probably the best I have viewed.
Your information about how and how not to do something is very informative.
I am a retired general contractor who is now into bowl and resin turning.
I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate someone who gives correct and non bias information about products, tools, materials and methods to complete a project. I will keep watching.
Thanks
Bill
Dunno how I got here, but I’m glad I stayed! Such a gorgeous table! Loved the pairing with the copper base! Well done!
Love it when that happens
Yeah, agree with you, when i first saw the stand, i thought oh, no, he's gonna ruin the table putting that on it! then it cuts to the finished colour of frame & table, and boom! he nailed it, totally spot on. looked awesome. I have got to get into this genre of woodworking.
Beautiful table you have much more patience than I. The pride of your work shows. Your humbness is also commendable.If you never stop learning.You can only get better at what you love too do. God bless you. Best wishes.
This is my favorite so far! Excellent craftsmanship as well as a keen artistic eye. Love you work Cam, cheers!
I've watched three or four of these videos now and this one made me say "wow" audibly during the buffing process. You put out a great quality product man, keep at it!
That looks amazing, good job, I've just bought my 1st epoxy and I'm going to give it go. So l will see how l go for a beginner.
Love to hear that mark!
@@BlacktailStudio I was told I had to go all the way up to 1500 sanding... what do you think? Or do you think 600 is fine to stop at?
This is the first time I’ve watch one of your videos you do a awesome job. You explain things very well. I will be watching a lot more of your videos. Amazing work!!!!
Thanks Willie!!
wow that's stunning and really well narrated
Thanks kylee!!
What a beautiful table, and that finish in the base brings out some of the lighter colors in the top.
I never even thought about making a table or being in a woodworking shop but your content makes me want to work there for free
Small thing bruv when drilling the holes for the inserts before marking the holes roughly place a bit of tape there then proceed, helps with the chipping👍
I'll remember that, cool beans
Beautiful table! Way beyond my skill level! Thank you very much for sharing your work :)
Raffee
Amazing work. The result is stunning
Relly you’re amazing and there’s no words can be enough for what you’re doing , it’s my dream to make what you’re doing really i am impressive.
Gorgeous piece of art. Not a fan of metal frame though, yet it complements perfectly 👏🏻
This my first time seen your video, it's wow! Thank you, I really love epoxy craft and try to learn, so your channel helps a lot!
Awesome, good luck Dana!
Wow, I appreciate it so much such a beautiful table.
My friend you a wizard!!! Beautiful work man!! Wow, unbelievable!!
I can't put this on a table. This will be on my wall :) is such a art
Gorgeous product as usual! Love your makes and the videos.
Awesome, it is my aim to start making these once my workshop is finished.
Great videos great results.
Beautiful. As far as the bark being kept on, yes I have finished one with the bark on. My client wanted it left on. I had my doubts at first, but it turned out beautiful .
When you have a table like this you know you’ve made it 😍💯
You’re talented man great stuff 🔥
Ya man!
The final product is absolutely beautiful! Stunning combination of design and execution!
Totally outstanding piece of work, I mean I would be so proud to have made that top, respect to you sir !!! Greetings from uk and everyone please do their bit in these times.....stay safe
Be safe Michael!
Even though you had someone help cut with the large machine, it’s still your DIY. It’s great you someone that can assist, maybe you’ll get to assist with another DIY’r that doesn’t have a piece of equipment that you do! We’re all in it together! I like your wife’s cinematography better. :). Beautiful work, you have an artistic gift, plus the ability to teach. Thank you!
Gorgeous table!! I'm planning on starting a career transition soon and really want to make tables/countertops like this. Great job!! Thank you for sharing your craft!
Just another plastic table.
Andi, your jealousy is showing. 🤣
UA-cam algorithm: take a look at this amazing woodworking and epoxy job.
Me: I put up a shelf once!
You’re the man!
Hahah even if its not something you.are interested in doing its an amazing video to watch. Anyone would br hooked on this guy.
Next time your boss/wife/husband/significant other/dominatrix tells you they want a shelf put up somewhere, you will be able to put up an epoxy and wood shelf with a live edge that makes the rest of the house look not good enough for your shelf.... they will hate how awesome the shelf looks and how crappy the rest of the house looks and will never ask you to do anything again because your little shelf will outshine the rest of the house... putting a spotlight on how meager their entire existence is. Your shelf will show them what a fine steakhouse life can be, and they will look around at the rest of the house and see day old McDonalds.....
@@Rick_Sanchez_C137_ Or you get to buy her/him a new house to go with the shelf.
Great Video! This is exactly the kind of stuff I want to do when I retire from the military. Just an idea but after doing research and learning different techniques, have you tried lining your template frames with tyvek tape for a clean break once the epoxy hardens? Thanks again I really enjoyed the video.
Just whawww. What a beautiful table. Wish I would have one in my living room like that.
It's simply amazing, thumbs up!
Thanks Carlos!!
Utilizing available resources to plane etc. is not cheating, it’s working smart. That equipment is very expensive and large for a diy enthusiast to buy, so why not make use of available resources? Love your table!
That's it, I'm making a river table for mom for Christmas!
Best of luck! Dont forget that in real life the smell of resin very present is.
Very cool!
@@xristinarose2409 yeaah i had some experiences with expoxy and similar things, i learned that a good mask iq your best friend xD luckely enough, with covid everyine has masks lying around 😂😂😂
@@BlacktailStudio hopefully i can send you the picture of the finished piece! If it's not terrible!
With every grit of the sanding I was in awe more and more....... came out really beautiful ❣️
I love this video! Thank you for being so detail oriented and your speaking cadence is very polished. Price comparison, how did this product compare with other deep pour epoxies you have used?
@@BlacktailStudio what was the code? I am wanting to try my first attempt at Epoxy Art...any ideas that are not too difficult yet not cheap looking ?
Not only is that the sickest table I’ve ever seen, this was a very VERY informative video!! Easy click of the subscribe button. Appreciate you 🥃
Boom!
Makes me want to build a table
You should!
I've been watching your videos for about a month or so.. I'm impressed, thank you. My desire to start working with wood is growing. You are an inspiration ❤
I don’t think using a large shop is cheating for diy stuff. It’s just a practical use of the time/money equation.
Agreed!
Basic DYI means you do it yourself. If I start a project and then hire someone to come in and do work as well.... becomes more of a team project and not quite DYI. Having a channel to give guides on DYI shouldn't include outside work.
Here I was thinking, "that's gonna take a long time to sand down" and then he throws it in a giant surface planer and does it in a couple minutes.
yeah how much is a planer? i’m trying to get these equipments for my husband so i can direct him to doing epoxy tables for me..
@@thewordisalampuntomyfeet6814 the machine they used. planner with belt sanders--. tens of thousands...
Felt that
Wide belt thickness sander! Wish I had one!
I am in awe.
Def a fyi bro. Whoever says it's not ,tell them to buy you that 50k machine. Lol
Wow this table came out Amazing!
My carpenter heart just dropped with that chisel 😥😂
“If you don’t have an industrial shop available to you that doesn’t mean you can’t make one of these tables; it just means I’m luckier than you” 😂😂😂 the Ina Garten of DIY tables! Love it
Did he say that? I'm wondering what the bare minimum of tools to begin creating tables or other items would be..and thether if more epoxy:wood ratio equals softer pieces with less stability?
It’s gorgeous. I’m suppose to be taking a course in the spring to learn how to make a river table. Not sure that will happen with the Coronavirus. 😥
Dang... I had to cancel my April workshop
Trial and error is best to learning. Start small and keep learning.
@Loyal Royalty and i"m the pope.
@Loyal Royalty what you mean?
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This is, in my opinion, one of the coolest tables I've seen on this channel.
Is there any particular reason why you don't have a 1/4" or so layer of clear epoxy on top of the table. So that if it ever gets scratched/ damaged it will be easier to repair vs fixing a damaged wood surface.
Good question! I love the look and feel of wood. Not a huge fan of thick plastic layers. Also, this finish can be spot repaired, a clear coat has to be taken somewhere to repair. I will be doing a thick finish on a table coming up though.
Now I don't know if I'm watching this because it's literally 3 am or just because I really like the look of the tables, maybe both
Litterally same 😂😂
You asked if it was cheating..................
It's only cheating because I dont have a big shop around me lol
Loved the table
If I was to try do this project for myself. Would you recommend paying as much attention as you do. Bearing in mind I’m not no where near as skilled as your self. ??? Would like to say. Absolutely lovely job as usual. Keep grinding blacktail
I want to know how much did it cost to make and how much it sells for
JAY REINA many of these tables take $2,000-$3,000 or more just in epoxy resin. Some take way way more. This stuff isn’t cheap.
What the other guy said. Step one: have a lot of money.
B MillHouse not to mention the wood.......
Gorgeous work I have to ask the dreaded question though with the high price on all of the materials and many hours going into the work how much do you sell the finished product for?
Around $5k for this one 😊
@@BlacktailStudio Thank you for not being cagey about the question. Also, stunningly BEAUTIFUL table, craftsmanship, and creativity all with a fantastic verbal narration throughout. Nice, Nice, work!
Me: I think I might try this
Black Tail: Does basic math calculating epoxy
Me: Welp, there goes that idea
😂
Alexander Franke mind: blown 🤯
That, Alexander, is absolutely brilliant. I am math illiterate and was going to lay my project down because I couldn’t figure out how to make the necessary calculations. You just saved my project. Thank you!
In addition to what Alexander Franke said, you can/should also try the math combined with the sand. Compare to 2 and see how close the math comes to the sand volume and the actual Epoxy volume. This way, you perfect your math while not using too little or too much Epoxy and eventually can eliminate the sand step.
Thanks for this well produced informative video.
I just pulled the trigger and bought a Hud-son hfe30 bandsawmill. I don't have walnut in my area but on my own land are some old,bid pecan trees that I will murder in hopes of creating a thing of beauty like you did. So nice of you to share this deep pool of knowledge with the experience tips added. I certainly appreciate you and wish there was a way to get you rewarded for your generosity. Thanks Again!!!