I'm not a native English speaker, and not a woodworker by any extent, but there I am, watching video after video of different woodworking designs, googling every other word and still understanding only a fracture of what is said, but dang it's so satisfying to watch. Walnut is so beautiful. These legs are so modern-y and pretty. My favourite part is when you round/smooth the legs with scraper.
@@bighands69 haha thanks! But it doesn't mean I can understand what planer or a chisel is without googling... It also doesn't help that some of those words are not self-explanatory in my native language either, like 'planer' translates roughly to 'reissmuss machine' (with German origin) so it really doesn't help, taking into account I've never seen those machines in real life. Nonetheless, videos are very good!
Nice build and surprisingly similar to a few I've done for past clients. One thing I always do on sofa tables (because my clients prefer it) is a lower shelf as it adds additional display surface area to the piece and stabilizes the lower end of the legs to prevent racking. I do 45-degree dadoes on the inside of the legs to match the corresponding 45's on the shelf corners and folks can't figure out how the shelf fits. Kreg screw from the bottom and glue the joints. Rock solid.
Beautiful table. I love the combination of materials you used. When describing what you’re gonna do for somebody, be it for your mother or a client, they will never understand until they see the finished product.
Your mom just wanted a simple table for behind the couch and so you build the fanciest simple table you can, love it. Very cool concept, keep up the good work
Amazing table. Even more amazing is how your thumb wasn't a permanent part of your marking gauge at 2:59. I always glue myself to thing when using CA and small pieces.
Love it. Beautiful piece of fine furniture. The way you floated the top and how you you put the top together makes it stand out from your typical glued up top. I think it adds character to the piece. I love that finish as well. I think it brings out the beauty of the Walnut without detracting from it like a gloss can sometimes do.
Very nice. I enjoy concept to end product on the fly. I work that way quite a lot. It leaves more room for creativity and, as you said, room to bob and weave.
As a graphic designer, this looks great and balanced with the pins. As a DIY, i’m definitely inspired to try this myself. Glad i stumbled onto yr channel.
Great job. Thanks for the lesson and work on the videos. I also enjoyed one of your mentors David Marks. You can see a lot of him in the work you do and how you teach. Thanks for being you.
Brother! Thank you for that video. I did learn some new things as I have only been woodworking for about 2 years now. I really like the way you do your videos as you didn't waste time yet explained each step so that we can understand and learn. Love the table.
Thanks for sharing and yes i enjoyed your "On the fly" experimentation. As a newbie I feel I do this more than i likely should as i have yet learned how to use sketchup. Been holding off on it as i have already been stumped trying to follow a books recommendations and falling short of what i should have gotten during an initial exercise in setting it up. Thanks again !
On this “explosive” new episode of The Wood Whisperer... Looks great, Marc. Really liking the design and your solutions to some of the unique challenges on this one!
Neat build. Could you get some additional stability by hiding a X brace from diagonal corner to diagonal corner under the table top? Heck, you could cut a 45 degree angle on the table leg on the inside and put a solid piece of wood that butts up against the leg and runs to a similar surface on the diagonal leg providing that face to face stability hidden behind the leg itself.
Cool idea and perfectly implemented. Just love modern approach to timber. Just one suggestion (not criticism) - do maybe more of this. Will look grate with “tall Boy” or sideboard - try use stainless steel or polish aluminium I am new to furniture making but this kind of woodworking gives me inspiration Cheers
Very cool. Wish it was sitting on a rug on top of a piece of plywood on top of a lazy susan with the camera back at an angle so you could turn it and show all the angles. Top notch work!
Awesome video and table. I love the different techniques you experimented with the legs being my favorite they came out so different yet elegant lines and the steel pins and how and why you used them very nice. Not that you really noticed but it seemed as you were much more relaxed or because it was for fun you had a great energy just coming back with working with Darrell Peart. This was an awesome idea and came out so sweet!! Oh ya gotta love the doggy break lol that Dougie is a big ham on camera.
18:18 (through the end) Also, even if you do want something like that look in an environment with kids or whatever, seems like there ought to be a way to design a metal table frame that can take the loads and also has enough open space around its components that you could kinda “sheath” them in wood or maybe glue the wooden bits on later or something.
Looks great! On the "lack of shoulder contact == weak" thing. You wanted exposed steel rods for the look, so what if you embedded them in, say, acrylic? Then you could use a water-clear epoxy to bond the acrylic to the wood, and you'd have both shoulder contact and visible steel. I've never tried it, just spitballing.
Thought about it, but I feel like that would look goofy. No matter how clear the epoxy/acrylic is supposed to be, it will still be obvious. So it's totally a reasonable option, but not one I felt was worth pursuing.
Well done! You did a superb job of guiding us through the creative process, including mistakes. And I appreciate the "how long it took" comments (I usually wish I knew that on projects I see on You Tube).
I love it. Think it turned out beautiful the leg profiles make it. Also nice to see a nice simple jig thrown together in real time and used effectively. So many times you see jigs where it must have taken an entire morning to make...I want to make furniture not jigs, as sweet as they are. Amazing as usual
Especially on the work surfaces such as the table top, might want to try applying Osmo as per instructions. I have found it is more durable if you roll on sparingly using the osmo roller as you're leaving a slightly thicker film that is more resistant to stains over time.
Nice to see you posting content again ;) In all seriousness, that's a pretty great looking table. Inspiration for the day I get my skills past the "plywood and shop furniture" level.
For additional strength you could put some really beefy pins between the top of the legs and the underside of the top. And if you didn't mind using something in addition to wood and steel, some clear acrylic spacers between the rails and the legs would preserve some of the exploded look while keeping a lot of the stability of a fully closed joint.
Hi, first off- love the table and your videos. Second- I'm far from being an engineer and newer to wood working, but I do believe that if you were to place one more dowl in the center of the leg connecting it to the top, you would have all the extra support you need to have it as stable as you would need (3points of contact). Although might not be the look you were going for. Just my 2 pennies. Nun the less awesome work!
Great "thing" Mark - I just picked up you book and I have really enjoyed it thus far. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and knowledge
I think it turned out beautiful, awesome job! I'd be curious to know how the pins hold up over time. My only suggestion regarding the pins if you plan on using them on future projects would be to place the pins in a drill and using a small round file cut groves along the ends, this will give the pins much more tooth and resist pulling out even better.
I recommend you cut a thread on the pins at the portion that goes into the legs as it is shorter. The portion going into the apron can be much longer and doesn't need threads.
Lovely design idea. Just thought I'd send a comment on the Osmo oil. I was recommended this oil to use on my hardwood floor. It's been down over a year now and still looks great so I think using it on furniture would be good also.
When I made my exploded view bench I had to use "L" brackets to add extra support for the connection between the legs and bench top. Afterwards I thought about welding up some "L" shaped dowels to go in the corners instead of using two individual dowels. Nice build I think the look will grow on you.
Oh Marc it's great to see your back posting videos! Lol sorry had to do it. Gotta say it looks really cool and very unique. Nice job sir! Catch you Friday live. If you don't take the day off.
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I'm not a native English speaker, and not a woodworker by any extent, but there I am, watching video after video of different woodworking designs, googling every other word and still understanding only a fracture of what is said, but dang it's so satisfying to watch. Walnut is so beautiful. These legs are so modern-y and pretty. My favourite part is when you round/smooth the legs with scraper.
Your text is an excellent level of english.
@@bighands69 haha thanks! But it doesn't mean I can understand what planer or a chisel is without googling... It also doesn't help that some of those words are not self-explanatory in my native language either, like 'planer' translates roughly to 'reissmuss machine' (with German origin) so it really doesn't help, taking into account I've never seen those machines in real life. Nonetheless, videos are very good!
Nice build and surprisingly similar to a few I've done for past clients. One thing I always do on sofa tables (because my clients prefer it) is a lower shelf as it adds additional display surface area to the piece and stabilizes the lower end of the legs to prevent racking. I do 45-degree dadoes on the inside of the legs to match the corresponding 45's on the shelf corners and folks can't figure out how the shelf fits. Kreg screw from the bottom and glue the joints. Rock solid.
Beautiful table. I love the combination of materials you used. When describing what you’re gonna do for somebody, be it for your mother or a client, they will never understand until they see the finished product.
I can’t get a thing done because I can’t stop watching your videos!!! Geez. Love it!
Your mom just wanted a simple table for behind the couch and so you build the fanciest simple table you can, love it. Very cool concept, keep up the good work
I really liked to see you out of your comfort zone with this project. Outstanding craftsmanship as always. Looks great!
Amazing table. Even more amazing is how your thumb wasn't a permanent part of your marking gauge at 2:59. I always glue myself to thing when using CA and small pieces.
"Some people love this, some people hate it -- which means it's perfect!"
Beautiful table. Your mom must love to show off your talent.
Thank you for sharing your design. It's so nice to see a Craftsman trying something new. It looks great
Love it. Beautiful piece of fine furniture. The way you floated the top and how you you put the top together makes it stand out from your typical glued up top. I think it adds character to the piece. I love that finish as well. I think it brings out the beauty of the Walnut without detracting from it like a gloss can sometimes do.
You sir ARE a designer. Beautiful proportions. Congrats
Really like it. Didn't think i would but the small details you include really tie it together.
Super job Marc. I know your mom will love it.
Love it! Super cool design, Marc. Really dig it, and that finish looks choice!
Marc, I’ve gotta hand it to ya. That is a seriously sharp and classy piece. Nice work.
Its funky & unique, and I love it! I always learn so much when watching your videos. Thanks!
That finish is grouse! Great looking project.
love the 5 minute jig... really goes to show that for accurate work it helps going that extra mile
Very nice. I enjoy concept to end product on the fly. I work that way quite a lot. It leaves more room for creativity and, as you said, room to bob and weave.
As a graphic designer, this looks great and balanced with the pins. As a DIY, i’m definitely inspired to try this myself. Glad i stumbled onto yr channel.
Beautiful piece of furniture. Awesome design and craftsmanship. Great work as always Mark.
Elegance in design and execution... bravo!
I learned a TON of information on this build. Thank you for sharing.
Wow... every time I watch any clip of yours, I learn something new... thank u all your efforts and uploading for others...
That is a museum-worthy piece, IMO. Thanks for sharing.
I think it turned out amazing! Way to think outside the box.
Well, didn't think woodworking could be over my head, but most of this project was. excellent outcome!
Cool one....
I'm just a beginner in wood works learning from RUclips...
Learn alot from you .
Thanks
Waiting for more..
Great job. Thanks for the lesson and work on the videos. I also enjoyed one of your mentors David Marks. You can see a lot of him in the work you do and how you teach. Thanks for being you.
That's one of the best compliments I could receive. Thanks man.
Brother! Thank you for that video. I did learn some new things as I have only been woodworking for about 2 years now. I really like the way you do your videos as you didn't waste time yet explained each step so that we can understand and learn. Love the table.
Beautiful. ....this is not a behind the sofa table...this is a piece of art
It was fun following along with this one on instagram! I have been wanting to try Osmo oil for a while, it seems like a great finish!
The more I watch, the more amazed I become!! Awesome build!
Marc this was super cool and unique. Thanks for putting the time in to share. And the 7:53 minute mark is when I smashed the like button, lol.
Such a cool idea, Marc. And love the long form video!
Not normally something I'd be into, but it's definitely beautiful. Can't wait to see that Triton dual doweler in action!
Looks great Marc, I love the adventurous use of new techniques/metal bits! Good to see you putting out videos again, thanks for not quitting! ;)
Really cool design, I like trying to 'engineer' things like you did with the steel dowels. Looks great and I'm sure your Mom will love it.
Glad you didn't quit and are still making videos!
I hope you sense the humor in this!
Love the legs - they remind me of Olympic torches, the Sydney 2000 ones in particular.
I love it thanks for sharing! Very inspiring for me!
I remember those Olympics
Thanks for sharing and yes i enjoyed your "On the fly" experimentation. As a newbie I feel I do this more than i likely should as i have yet learned how to use sketchup. Been holding off on it as i have already been stumped trying to follow a books recommendations and falling short of what i should have gotten during an initial exercise in setting it up. Thanks again !
Beautiful, unique piece Marc.
Nice to see you are still getting out in the shop, woodworking, and making a video. I like it. All kidding aside, it looks great.
Those long dovetails turned out amazing! Beautiful project!
I really like the end result. I'm on the fence about exposed steel pins in wooden furniture but it works very well on this piece.
Love the unique design! Really appreciated the careful way you went through each step and explained them. And thanks for the dog break. Cool!
Amazing Marc. Love the metal dowels. You’ve come a long way baby.
Nicely done, Marc. It is an .... interesting .... design! I like the finish quite a bit. I guess I need to try that stuff.
On this “explosive” new episode of The Wood Whisperer...
Looks great, Marc. Really liking the design and your solutions to some of the unique challenges on this one!
Neat build. Could you get some additional stability by hiding a X brace from diagonal corner to diagonal corner under the table top? Heck, you could cut a 45 degree angle on the table leg on the inside and put a solid piece of wood that butts up against the leg and runs to a similar surface on the diagonal leg providing that face to face stability hidden behind the leg itself.
Cool idea and perfectly implemented. Just love modern approach to timber.
Just one suggestion (not criticism)
- do maybe more of this. Will look grate with “tall Boy” or sideboard
- try use stainless steel or polish aluminium
I am new to furniture making but this kind of woodworking gives me inspiration
Cheers
I truly like it. Brilliant craftsmanship.
The furniture construction changes with the need of persons. I like it.
Now that's craftsmanship. Very nice.
Very cool. Wish it was sitting on a rug on top of a piece of plywood on top of a lazy susan with the camera back at an angle so you could turn it and show all the angles. Top notch work!
Awesome video and table. I love the different techniques you experimented with the legs being my favorite they came out so different yet elegant lines and the steel pins and how and why you used them very nice. Not that you really noticed but it seemed as you were much more relaxed or because it was for fun you had a great energy just coming back with working with Darrell Peart. This was an awesome idea and came out so sweet!! Oh ya gotta love the doggy break lol that Dougie is a big ham on camera.
18:18 (through the end) Also, even if you do want something like that look in an environment with kids or whatever, seems like there ought to be a way to design a metal table frame that can take the loads and also has enough open space around its components that you could kinda “sheath” them in wood or maybe glue the wooden bits on later or something.
I love the on the fly creativity and its very unique
So two years later, how is that finish holding up? Great design and execution. Love the table.
West System recommends wet sanding steel with epoxy for better bonding. I have done this and the bond is as strong as the wood.
First video I've watched of yours. Really impressed and enjoy the narration. Very cool, creative table!
Looks great! On the "lack of shoulder contact == weak" thing. You wanted exposed steel rods for the look, so what if you embedded them in, say, acrylic? Then you could use a water-clear epoxy to bond the acrylic to the wood, and you'd have both shoulder contact and visible steel. I've never tried it, just spitballing.
Thought about it, but I feel like that would look goofy. No matter how clear the epoxy/acrylic is supposed to be, it will still be obvious. So it's totally a reasonable option, but not one I felt was worth pursuing.
Great design and execution!
Can you tell me more about that little double square you’re using in this video? Thank you
Cheers
Well done! You did a superb job of guiding us through the creative process, including mistakes. And I appreciate the "how long it took" comments (I usually wish I knew that on projects I see on You Tube).
Cool design on the fly, looks beautiful Mom will love it.
Love it! Super cool design Good Job and yes you still got it
I really enjoyed the build and finish product. Well done.
It is every time a really huge inspiration and motivation watching your videos.
A Big thanks therefor
Greatings from Germany
Beautiful. Love that finish
I love it. Think it turned out beautiful the leg profiles make it. Also nice to see a nice simple jig thrown together in real time and used effectively. So many times you see jigs where it must have taken an entire morning to make...I want to make furniture not jigs, as sweet as they are. Amazing as usual
Especially on the work surfaces such as the table top, might want to try applying Osmo as per instructions. I have found it is more durable if you roll on sparingly using the osmo roller as you're leaving a slightly thicker film that is more resistant to stains over time.
I really like the idea of the whole floating aspect. Turned out great
Very cool project! Creative piece and looks amazing. Keep up the awesome work Mark!
Nice to see you posting content again ;)
In all seriousness, that's a pretty great looking table. Inspiration for the day I get my skills past the "plywood and shop furniture" level.
Plywood is a wonder material and can be used in high end furniture.
Beautiful table Marc. I love the finish the design everything. Beautiful experiment gone perfect.
For additional strength you could put some really beefy pins between the top of the legs and the underside of the top. And if you didn't mind using something in addition to wood and steel, some clear acrylic spacers between the rails and the legs would preserve some of the exploded look while keeping a lot of the stability of a fully closed joint.
Very good idea and great project. I ll try to make one but i ll use oak and brass. But the leggs less shape my house is more rustic.
awesome on the fly piece Marc
Hi, first off- love the table and your videos. Second- I'm far from being an engineer and newer to wood working, but I do believe that if you were to place one more dowl in the center of the leg connecting it to the top, you would have all the extra support you need to have it as stable as you would need (3points of contact). Although might not be the look you were going for. Just my 2 pennies. Nun the less awesome work!
Very nice piece of furniture. The only problem is that you made this looked to be easy to build :)) Many thanks for sharing!...
Great "thing" Mark - I just picked up you book and I have really enjoyed it thus far. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and knowledge
Love the design! Did you have much epoxy to clean up when you removed the spacers from between the legs and rails?
Not tons. Two of them required a little chisel cleanup.
Maybe you’r most elegant project. Well done 👍
I think it turned out beautiful, awesome job! I'd be curious to know how the pins hold up over time. My only suggestion regarding the pins if you plan on using them on future projects would be to place the pins in a drill and using a small round file cut groves along the ends, this will give the pins much more tooth and resist pulling out even better.
I recommend you cut a thread on the pins at the portion that goes into the legs as it is shorter. The portion going into the apron can be much longer and doesn't need threads.
This is very nice piece of furniture! Good job man!👍🏻
Lovely design idea. Just thought I'd send a comment on the Osmo oil. I was recommended this oil to use on my hardwood floor. It's been down over a year now and still looks great so I think using it on furniture would be good also.
It would appear that you still got it
Matthew Cremona C.
Pajama boss...nice. great project, really love seeing some insight into your creative process. Really enjoyed following along on IG as well.
As usual a fantastic and perfect project, thanks for sharing your work Marc
I really not like to put anything on top, but it's a astonishing design, something for a art gallery
Beautiful table. Nicely done!
Awesome build man. Enjoyed it!
When I made my exploded view bench I had to use "L" brackets to add extra support for the connection between the legs and bench top. Afterwards I thought about welding up some "L" shaped dowels to go in the corners instead of using two individual dowels. Nice build I think the look will grow on you.
Great Idea and outstanding work.
Cool looking table Mark i liked The joinery on it including the metal pins as something a little different
Great looking table, that design is awesome. An inspiration for sure.
Love the design, I have a live edge mesquite slab that would look great on a base made this way. Thanks for the inspiration
Loved it, this is the only way I know to build, I enjoy the challenge
Oh Marc it's great to see your back posting videos! Lol sorry had to do it. Gotta say it looks really cool and very unique. Nice job sir! Catch you Friday live. If you don't take the day off.