Popular Post lewisc Posted September 29, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 A while back, I was looking at building this out of some traditional Shaker timbers. A few on the forum suggested that the shakers used timbers local to where they were. So...going with that idea, I found some Victorian Ash ( A local Aussie Timber), started building it. I finally got round to putting the finishing touches on this Becksvoort table. It needs a couple more coats and a few more days to cure and it's all done. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 Lovely grain striping on that top. A well-chosen piece, it really compliments the classic design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneymack Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 Nice work! I love the grain on top as well. Sent from my SM-N910W8 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treeslayer Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 great looking piece lewisc, never heard of a Becksvoort table, what finish do you use down under? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardA Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 Nicely done, I'm a fan of Shaker and Amish style of furniture. Simple, clean,functional lines are to me the best look in furniture design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewisc Posted September 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 Thanks. I'm hoping to do one with a book matched top one day. I've just got to find a board wide and thick enough. I followed the plans from this: http://www.finewoodworking.com/2012/05/31/shaker-inspired-hall-table - I had to do a few conversions from imperial to metric so it's not quite the same. The finish I generally use is Sam Maloofs. 1 part linseed oil, 1 part tung oil and 1 part satin polyurethane. Followed by beeswax melted though Tung and linseed oil. 4 minutes ago, RichardA said: Nicely done, I'm a fan of Shaker and Amish style of furniture. Simple, clean,functional lines are to me the best look in furniture design. Me too! My wife isn't though She likes things to be 'rustic'. If it was up to her, it would be made of pallets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardA Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 3 minutes ago, lewisc said: Thanks. I'm hoping to do one with a book matched top one day. I've just got to find a board wide and thick enough. I followed the plans from this: http://www.finewoodworking.com/2012/05/31/shaker-inspired-hall-table - I had to do a few conversions from imperial to metric so it's not quite the same. The finish I generally use is Sam Maloofs. 1 part linseed oil, 1 part tung oil and 1 part satin polyurethane. Followed by beeswax melted though Tung and linseed oil. Me too! My wife isn't though She likes things to be 'rustic'. If it was up to her, it would be made of pallets! Here's a couple I've done. Red oak dresser, Ambrosia Maple and Walnut, and Sassfras and Walnut. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewisc Posted September 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 4 minutes ago, RichardA said: Here's a couple I've done. Red oak dresser, Ambrosia Maple and Walnut, and Sassfras and Walnut. Nice! I love the continuity of the drawer front grain. I might have to try one with the different timbers as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardA Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 I sold that one, and the buyer missed that grain completely. She was only interested in the his and her drawers! Maybe one day she'll see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee-dub Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 6 minutes ago, RichardA said: I sold that one, and the buyer missed that grain completely. She was only interested in the his and her drawers! Maybe one day she'll see it. Its almost a sort of game with me in using continuous figure in places on a piece and waiting/wondering if the new owner will ever notice ;-) A classic design beautifully executed. I study Becksvoort's pieces for carcass construction methods and joinery solutions. There's always something to learn from somebody. Its extra nice that you used local materials. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 I usually don't have much faith in them noticing and just point it out. Some woods don't show continuity as well as others. I really like the grain on the top it has a simple elegance to it. Makes me want to go buy some more Qtr Swn lumber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post lewisc Posted September 29, 2016 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 Thanks for your comments. Here's a pic of the front. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 Very nice build. I love the grain selection on the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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