Project Information
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The build of this table was partially inspired from a similar table by Mike Pekovich (FWW #263 sep/oct 2017). I always look forward to his write-ups since he makes stuff I like 8^).
Other style influences came from several sources, anyway it was a fun build!
The dimensions are 36"w x 17"d x 28"h, materials are cherry with walnut aprons. The legs are 1-1/2" square
I re-sawed the top from a slab of cherry to get the necessary width and color/grain match. In the Pekovich piece, he uses sliding dovetails to join the top to the base. I did the same, but the top got a slight warp that the dovetails would not correct. I ended up adding tabbed blocks to pull the top flush. Next time I'll just use standard screws though the cross pieces and be done with it. Wayyyy easier!
Design elements are the arched aprons and corresponding curves in the leg tops. This same curve is applied to the ends of the top. You can't really see it, but it does soften up the look. The 7/8" thick top also has a 5 degree undercut around the perimeter.
A walnut spline was used between the two halves of the top. You can see it in the last photo.
Table supports are through-morticed into the aprons which are bridal joined into the legs.
I added the walnut aprons for some contrast.
To get the cherry dark, I left the parts in the sun for a week then used BLO for a finish. The top coats are Mohawk vinyl sealer and satin pre-cat lacquer.
The build of this table was partially inspired from a similar table by Mike Pekovich (FWW #263 sep/oct 2017). I always look forward to his write-ups since he makes stuff I like 8^).
Other style influences came from several sources, anyway it was a fun build!
The dimensions are 36"w x 17"d x 28"h, materials are cherry with walnut aprons. The legs are 1-1/2" square
I re-sawed the top from a slab of cherry to get the necessary width and color/grain match. In the Pekovich piece, he uses sliding dovetails to join the top to the base. I did the same, but the top got a slight warp that the dovetails would not correct. I ended up adding tabbed blocks to pull the top flush. Next time I'll just use standard screws though the cross pieces and be done with it. Wayyyy easier!
Design elements are the arched aprons and corresponding curves in the leg tops. This same curve is applied to the ends of the top. You can't really see it, but it does soften up the look. The 7/8" thick top also has a 5 degree undercut around the perimeter.
A walnut spline was used between the two halves of the top. You can see it in the last photo.
Table supports are through-morticed into the aprons which are bridal joined into the legs.
I added the walnut aprons for some contrast.
To get the cherry dark, I left the parts in the sun for a week then used BLO for a finish. The top coats are Mohawk vinyl sealer and satin pre-cat lacquer.
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