Whiskey barrel table

That is very cool

-- Vince

nice table

Love it. What are the dimensions, height, width, length.

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I like it, very nice.

nice work

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A great looking unique project! It is great that you can still smell the bourbon!

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This is such a nice project. I love the way that you have designed it and it’s done so nicely.

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Thanks everyone.

Jamie, It’s 17h x 27d x 37w

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That’s a great looking bourbon barrel table! I like how you incorporated the barrel into the design, and I like the walnut stain—very classy!

By the way, since you asked, wiping varnish would work well as a top coat on the table top. It’s relatively impervious to abrasion, water penetration, heat, and is generally very durable.

Just take regular oil-based polyurethane, and thin it 50% with mineral spirits. Apply it with a brush or rag, wait 3-4 minutes, and wipe off the excess. By doing this, you greatly reduce the amount of dust nibs you’ll get.

You can usually get 2 (sometimes 3) coats on per day, sanding with 320 between coats. When you’re satisfied with the finish, build, and sheen, wait 7 days, then polish with a brown paper bag, to remove any last dust nibs. The brown paper bag won’t change the sheen, but will give a nice, glass smooth finish.

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Wow, thanks Mean_Dean. I appreciate that tip on the finish, I might give this a shot. I still have learning to do with finishes but no better time to learn than now. :)

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Very cool.

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