So I think you knocked this out of the park! I really enjoyed your presentation, your commentary was excellent. VERY refreshing to see someone display such honesty and be so humble at the same time. The keyboard warriors just love to attack and if they do, ignore them. This is a stunning project. The only thing I would like to have you added was what the client thought but no problem. I would say you are absolutely on the right course and not afraid to take something outside the "box". I subscribed. Keep up the great job and wish you the best of luck on your YT adventure...
Thank you. The client can’t wait to have it. They love what they saw on RUclips. I’ll add your input related to client to my checklist and make sure I share what they think in future projects. I am grateful to you for taking the time to watch and provide feedback.
Very nice job! Both the build and the video production are terrific. I've often wondered what a project like this would look like. You have a true talent for replicating the look of a live edge and your redo of the epoxy pour was 100% the right choice. I subscribed and look forward to watching more of your work.
Wow! Thank you. Your words are motivating and reassuring. I had no benchmark to work against so your feedback means a lot. I look forward to documenting my next build on RUclips. Thanks again.
That the perfect way to do it as you said the resin was to be a solid colour it looks fantastic and from a users poin't i think they wouldn't care they would care as long as it looked great
Sorry, I lost you here. Care to share your reasons for why or how "These boards have straight grain which doesn't even make sense."? Every table would have an edge, live or not. Are you saying that we should not sculpt an edge? The edges on this table are stunning. I have to admit, in my opinion, they look better than a live edge because these edges do not have the sapwood.
Curious what does the can of osmo recommend sanding to before applying it? I haven’t seen too many people go over 220 when applying a finish like that. Table came out awesome. Good work.
TBH I never read the can and I have used various Osmo finishes several times lol. Just now though I checked the can because you asked and it mentions nothing grit related. I can tell you from my experience though that 800 is too high and the wood will struggle taking it. I havent had any problems at 320 or 400. And thank you… means a lot that you like the table.
Those hard wax finishes recommend 120-180, ideally 150. The way they are designed to work. They need to be able to penetrate the wood to properly chemically bond with the wood fibers. Too high of a grit would basically burnish the wood and prevent it from seeping in. BUT I’ve seen every builder on RUclips go against manufacturers recommendations and get amazing results… For example, Rubio Monacoat… Who actually puts on one single coat? Amazing video by the way! Love the build and definitely the commentary to go with it. You’ve got a unique way of going deep on your thought process and explaining it. Awesome stuff man! Keep it up, would love to see more.
Maybe on my next build I'll apply the first coat at 150 and then continue my usual routine. Can't hurt. And thank you so much. I wasn't sure if my commentary would be off putting or not. So your feedback means a lot.
Is there a reason you sand it that high? I am watching a lot of woodworkers and most of them say don't do more than 220 otherwise the cracks are filled wits dust and the surface won't take the finish you need to apply.
I sand it high because I love how the grain continues to refine and reveal itself as I go higher. I usually go through grits until I see no substantial difference in the grain between two consecutive water pops. And yes they are right. Between each grit I use high pressure air to clean the pores, give it a water pop and wipe it thoroughly clean with micro fibre cloths closely inspecting the dust and pores. This adds a considerable effort though. And once I cross 600, in addition to the above, I also give it a good wipe with a tack cloth and then a mineral spirit wipe and then apply finish. But I wouldn't do this for every project.
Delighted to hear you liked the video and enjoyed the commentary! I am new at documenting my builds so your words mean a lot. Thank you. I made the bowties out of Maple I had from a previous build.
I hear you my friend. Part of me wants to pound that gavel and believe what I am sold but part of me finds “salvaged” a grey area and makes me want to fold my hand.
I don't understand how you think it's more sustainable considering? Most live edge slabs are salvaged wood that would have been thrown in a land fill or burned. Also a lot of them are rotted out trees that are so damaged they couldn't be used without being held together with epoxy.
Thank you for your question and perspective. I want you to know that I appreciate you taking the time to not only watch my video but also reach out. It means a lot. How is it that for millions of years the Earth and its forests were healthy and thriving without needing us to "salvage" anything? Why do we need to throw or burn any of it? The forests didn't need managers, they managed just fine. People are willing to pay eye-watering prices for these slabs even though according to you "a lot of them are rotted out trees that are so damaged they couldn't be used without being held together with epoxy". Lets admit it, there is a demand for large slabs. People can make an exorbitant amount of money. And this is why there exists so much "salvaged" wood out there. Finally, to answer your question, and perhaps you missed it in the video, it is "more sustainable" to maintain our supply of Walnut wood if we use 6 inch boards. This is because we can reasonably sustain the planting and then harvesting of Walnut trees approx. 50 to 60 years. As opposed to approx. 250 to 350 year cycles. And, if you haven't please subscribe. I am new to RUclips and it is viewers like you who can afford me the opportunity to learn by taking the time to share our thoughts with each other.
Does the community really need another self-righteous woodworker? I love your stylistic representation of “live edge”. It’s refreshing; seldom seen. Your environmental views have no place in a woodworking video. Respectfully, pick the proper forum, please.
1. Thank you! Makes me very happy that you like my stylistic representation of “live edge”. 2. I genuinely value your views. I provided reasons for my choices based on research (references provided in the video description) so that you, my audience, may understand my point of view. It was never my intention to come across as self-righteous. 3. I believe the best way to learn is to face opposing viewpoints and so I am grateful to you for sharing your thoughts. Finally, if you haven't, please subscribe. I would truly like to receive your feedback on my next build which will most likely include similar commentary.
So I think you knocked this out of the park! I really enjoyed your presentation, your commentary was excellent. VERY refreshing to see someone display such honesty and be so humble at the same time. The keyboard warriors just love to attack and if they do, ignore them. This is a stunning project. The only thing I would like to have you added was what the client thought but no problem. I would say you are absolutely on the right course and not afraid to take something outside the "box". I subscribed. Keep up the great job and wish you the best of luck on your YT adventure...
Thank you. The client can’t wait to have it. They love what they saw on RUclips. I’ll add your input related to client to my checklist and make sure I share what they think in future projects.
I am grateful to you for taking the time to watch and provide feedback.
Very nice job! Both the build and the video production are terrific. I've often wondered what a project like this would look like. You have a true talent for replicating the look of a live edge and your redo of the epoxy pour was 100% the right choice. I subscribed and look forward to watching more of your work.
Wow! Thank you. Your words are motivating and reassuring. I had no benchmark to work against so your feedback means a lot. I look forward to documenting my next build on RUclips. Thanks again.
In a word...stunning. I really enjoyed the entire presentation. You have a new subscriber.
You don’t understand how much your comment means and weighs for a new youtuber like me! Thank you very much
Solid content pal,
Love the table and your unique presenting style.
New sub earned.
Absolutely delighted to hear! Thank you
Beautiful piece!!!
Thank you
Thank you a very informative and entertaining video, the end result is something you should be very proud off.
WOW! Thank you for the compliment. I truly appreciate you taking the time to share these motivating words.
That the perfect way to do it as you said the resin was to be a solid colour it looks fantastic and from a users poin't i think they wouldn't care they would care as long as it looked great
Exactly! I’m so glad you agree and like the table. Thank you for taking the time to share your words. Means a lot.
Obviously subscribed 😉
Thank you! Your words mean a lot
Live edge looks good because the grain flows with it. These boards have straight grain which doesn't even make sense.
Sorry, I lost you here. Care to share your reasons for why or how "These boards have straight grain which doesn't even make sense."? Every table would have an edge, live or not. Are you saying that we should not sculpt an edge?
The edges on this table are stunning. I have to admit, in my opinion, they look better than a live edge because these edges do not have the sapwood.
Curious what does the can of osmo recommend sanding to before applying it? I haven’t seen too many people go over 220 when applying a finish like that. Table came out awesome. Good work.
TBH I never read the can and I have used various Osmo finishes several times lol. Just now though I checked the can because you asked and it mentions nothing grit related. I can tell you from my experience though that 800 is too high and the wood will struggle taking it. I havent had any problems at 320 or 400. And thank you… means a lot that you like the table.
Those hard wax finishes recommend 120-180, ideally 150. The way they are designed to work. They need to be able to penetrate the wood to properly chemically bond with the wood fibers. Too high of a grit would basically burnish the wood and prevent it from seeping in. BUT I’ve seen every builder on RUclips go against manufacturers recommendations and get amazing results… For example, Rubio Monacoat… Who actually puts on one single coat?
Amazing video by the way! Love the build and definitely the commentary to go with it. You’ve got a unique way of going deep on your thought process and explaining it. Awesome stuff man! Keep it up, would love to see more.
Maybe on my next build I'll apply the first coat at 150 and then continue my usual routine. Can't hurt.
And thank you so much. I wasn't sure if my commentary would be off putting or not. So your feedback means a lot.
Is there a reason you sand it that high? I am watching a lot of woodworkers and most of them say don't do more than 220 otherwise the cracks are filled wits dust and the surface won't take the finish you need to apply.
I sand it high because I love how the grain continues to refine and reveal itself as I go higher. I usually go through grits until I see no substantial difference in the grain between two consecutive water pops.
And yes they are right. Between each grit I use high pressure air to clean the pores, give it a water pop and wipe it thoroughly clean with micro fibre cloths closely inspecting the dust and pores. This adds a considerable effort though. And once I cross 600, in addition to the above, I also give it a good wipe with a tack cloth and then a mineral spirit wipe and then apply finish. But I wouldn't do this for every project.
Nice video. Enjoyed the commentary. What type wood did you use for bowties?
Delighted to hear you liked the video and enjoyed the commentary! I am new at documenting my builds so your words mean a lot. Thank you.
I made the bowties out of Maple I had from a previous build.
Don’t feel guilty. Maybe the tree needed to come down.
I hear you my friend. Part of me wants to pound that gavel and believe what I am sold but part of me finds “salvaged” a grey area and makes me want to fold my hand.
Wonderful, when do I see the table in use
Thank you. Unfortunately this table is ready for shipping. In the future, I will try to incorporate a segment showing the piece in use.
I don't understand how you think it's more sustainable considering? Most live edge slabs are salvaged wood that would have been thrown in a land fill or burned. Also a lot of them are rotted out trees that are so damaged they couldn't be used without being held together with epoxy.
Thank you for your question and perspective. I want you to know that I appreciate you taking the time to not only watch my video but also reach out. It means a lot.
How is it that for millions of years the Earth and its forests were healthy and thriving without needing us to "salvage" anything? Why do we need to throw or burn any of it? The forests didn't need managers, they managed just fine.
People are willing to pay eye-watering prices for these slabs even though according to you "a lot of them are rotted out trees that are so damaged they couldn't be used without being held together with epoxy".
Lets admit it, there is a demand for large slabs. People can make an exorbitant amount of money. And this is why there exists so much "salvaged" wood out there.
Finally, to answer your question, and perhaps you missed it in the video, it is "more sustainable" to maintain our supply of Walnut wood if we use 6 inch boards. This is because we can reasonably sustain the planting and then harvesting of Walnut trees approx. 50 to 60 years. As opposed to approx. 250 to 350 year cycles.
And, if you haven't please subscribe. I am new to RUclips and it is viewers like you who can afford me the opportunity to learn by taking the time to share our thoughts with each other.
Does the community really need another self-righteous woodworker? I love your stylistic representation of “live edge”. It’s refreshing; seldom seen. Your environmental views have no place in a woodworking video. Respectfully, pick the proper forum, please.
1. Thank you! Makes me very happy that you like my stylistic representation of “live edge”.
2. I genuinely value your views. I provided reasons for my choices based on research (references provided in the video description) so that you, my audience, may understand my point of view. It was never my intention to come across as self-righteous.
3. I believe the best way to learn is to face opposing viewpoints and so I am grateful to you for sharing your thoughts.
Finally, if you haven't, please subscribe. I would truly like to receive your feedback on my next build which will most likely include similar commentary.
Loved the content but your voice my guy. I just can’t
Google two things:
1. “How to mute volume”; and
2. “How to turn on subtitles”.
It will change your life! And you’re welcome.
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