maybe it was "dumber" than I thought…
Need some help with plant stand design
My first question, so here goes:
I hope the old addage of "the only dumb question is the one unasked" applies here
My lovely bride has requested I build her a plant stand for the kitchen. I wanted to do something different than the typical table type, and was considering incorporating a "Maloof" style joint to tie the legs to the top. My concern is using dimensional lumber for both and the inevitable expansion/contraction/separation that has plagued previous projects.
If anyone has any ideas on the proper way to join two species of wood, that would allow for movement and still have the visual grace of the Maloof style joint…or any reading material…it would be greatly appreciated!
I hope the old addage of "the only dumb question is the one unasked" applies here
My lovely bride has requested I build her a plant stand for the kitchen. I wanted to do something different than the typical table type, and was considering incorporating a "Maloof" style joint to tie the legs to the top. My concern is using dimensional lumber for both and the inevitable expansion/contraction/separation that has plagued previous projects.
If anyone has any ideas on the proper way to join two species of wood, that would allow for movement and still have the visual grace of the Maloof style joint…or any reading material…it would be greatly appreciated!
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How's about copying someone elses successful design? If you build it, she will love it, so set yourself up for success and copy away! I did this last month: by copying a proven design. Google plant stand and you'll get lots of ideas for designs, then give your wife her choice of designs that have plans attached. She picks, you build, everyone is happy!
Except for this dimensional lumber thing - - that makes me think 2×4, 2×6, etc. This could be in your kitchen for a long time, so at least get the borg oak to build it.
good luck!
by copying a proven design. Google plant stand and you'll get lots of ideas for designs, then give your wife her choice of designs that have plans attached. She picks, you build, everyone is happy!Except for this dimensional lumber thing - - that makes me think 2×4, 2×6, etc. This could be in your kitchen for a long time, so at least get the borg oak to build it.
good luck!
Viewer project over at the wood whisperer, wich is made for a lamp stand.
pictures here, scroll down
http://thewoodwhisperer.com/page/3/
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pictures here, scroll down
http://thewoodwhisperer.com/page/3/
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