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Live-edge Redwood Coffee Table

comments (2) December 24th, 2008 in Reader's Gallery

thunderworks thunderworks, member
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The work of George Nakashima is a wonderful inspiration for me. He is well known for his work with live-edge material. This table is both a tribute to Nakashima, and to the redwood tree which grew somewhere in California 100 years ago. I found this slab on Ebay, where I purchase much of my highly figured and unique wood. It's 17" high, and roughly 50 " long. Max width is approixmately 30".


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thunderworks thunderworks writes: The finish is simply a mixture of Waterlox varnish, pure China Tung oil, and turpentine (eyeballed equal thirds). The top probably has 5 or 6 coats. The cherry base has 3 coats.
Posted: 9:30 am on February 25th

aaronpetersen aaronpetersen writes: Thunder,

I love the table. The finish has such a wonderful sheen it begs to be touched. Can you provide some additional details on the finish and the construction? I'm considering a similar piece and would love some help. Also, what is that in the middle of the table?

Aaron
Posted: 2:39 pm on February 2nd

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