Popular Post bradpotts Posted July 20, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 20, 2016 This is a mantel that I made for a client. The inspiration was a tree blowing in the wind. This build was a lot more complicated than it looks. From the outside it looks like it is just two boards jointed together. The problem is that they are both end grain. It is actually a veneer on top of a whole board. The woods that were used are walnut, maple and curly maple. The inlay had some ebony in it. I used ARS for the first time on this piece. I like to try different finishes on different pieces. I did like that the ARS didn't discolor the wood. I was very disappointed in the work-ability of the finish though. It appeared to me that it was very similar to oil based poly. Hopefully Eric will not delete this thread I never really know what to say... Let me know if you have any questions. 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted July 20, 2016 Report Share Posted July 20, 2016 That's cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Immortan D Posted July 20, 2016 Report Share Posted July 20, 2016 Nice original design! Brilliantly executed, as always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted July 20, 2016 Report Share Posted July 20, 2016 Awesome job man! Sometimes I'll thin ARS a little, especially on the last coat. The key is to not overwork the finish...lay down a thin, consistent coat with a light, steady pass...move on. Don't keep going back and forth, back and forth...that will create a sticky, streaky mess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodenskye Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 That is really really nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Very nice work ! That one will be in your portfolio for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardA Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Hell of a job! Great design! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewyo Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Beautiful stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneymack Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Very cool, Brad! Great work as usual ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradpotts Posted July 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Thanks guys! Awesome job man! Sometimes I'll thin ARS a little, especially on the last coat. The key is to not overwork the finish...lay down a thin, consistent coat with a light, steady pass...move on. Don't keep going back and forth, back and forth...that will create a sticky, streaky mess. I did thin the last coat as well. That did help. My problem was with laying down an even coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxerjoe04 Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Wow, that is really awesome, how did you secure it to the fireplace? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 That is really cool Brad. As always, fantastic creation! Only downside, no journal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Sweet design, and flawless execution! Can't beat that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown craftsman Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Nice work Brad,It's always nice to see somethings new! Aj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prov163 Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Super cool and beautifully done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradpotts Posted July 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Wow, that is really awesome, how did you secure it to the fireplace? On the back side I inserted a 1/8 by 3" metal strip. I drilled some 5/8 holes and used concrete fasteners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Wow, that is a beautiful design and very clean execution. I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee-dub Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 A truly wonderful job. Fits the decor very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mds2 Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Damn, that is nice. A+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denette Posted July 21, 2016 Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Wow. Projects like this one make me realize just how far I still have to go. Perfect execution and wonderful design! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradpotts Posted July 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 Thanks again for all the nice comments. What is this I hear about the possibility of Marc moving to Colorado? If he does maybe we could build something together, or just talking to him in person would be cool too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janello Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 Another awesome piece, Brad. Love the design and your inlay skills are top notch! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 Beautiful work. I am sure you clients are thrilled ARS is oil based poly, hence the similarity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-MattK- Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 whoa! Really cool! I like that it opens, too - though I can't see that happening much with all the junk that ends up on our mantle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonesandstones65 Posted July 31, 2016 Report Share Posted July 31, 2016 Beautiful work, I especially like the detail of the little plane... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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