1500 Yr Old Redwood Table Build | $65,000 Value

Such a fun project to be a part of, shoot me your thoughts below on what you think!
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[@mahmoudiamir]

Why didn't use glass instead? It's way better for this application 🙃 specially tempered glass

[@MattsWoodworks]

You can’t get annealed or tempered glass this large, even if I could it would have been double the weight per sq/ft.

[@Anglo-EgyptianMan]

@@MattsWoodworks Damn that kinda sucks, glass of that size is readily available in my part of the world, but you certainly did an awesome job with what you had.

[@andykipp1437]

Nice job

[@D3nn1s]

@@Anglo-EgyptianMan probably not as thick. But yeah esp at this cost im sure a piece of glass would have been able to be acquired somehow.

[@Anglo-EgyptianMan]

@@D3nn1s shower screen suppliers are a sure bet in my area

[@Coretnor]

Those steel rods transform this from a dramatic piece of art into a sickly industrial afterthought. Mind-boggling design choice.

[@JorgeFigueroa-lx6rh]

Absolutely impressive work on that base. Simple compliment but words cannot describe how much I actually loved seeing how this turned out. Absolutely fantastic job!

[@MattsWoodworks]

Really appreciate this! It was so hard to come up with something proper, thank you for the kind words!

[@jameswebb9738]

Great job!! I’ve only been woodworking for 4 years and have a small shop on my property here in Northern California. It’s only 13X13 but I have it full of tools and it’s been great. I’m 65 this week so I figured out a little late in life that I had a passion for woodworking.

[@honeybadger8713]

Wow, so many negative comments… it’s beautiful, you should be so proud 😊

[@karlkearns615]

Can you imagine what it would of looked like with some lights in the base casting shadows into the roots ,but an amazing piece of furniture 👌

[@luish777]

That what I was thinking like a thin fiber optic or led medium soft white along the base of root the shadow affect would look awesome.

[@f87115]

Just as long as it’s not KZbin presenter pink or blue

[@MattsWoodworks]

I actually want to get some soft/warm light LED pucks to put under there and try it out, I will post an update if I do so!

[@ertavampy4622]

DEFORESTATION IS THE COOLEST

[@G-G._]

Yeah would look tacky and cheap 👍🏻

[@tequilacollins]

I don't hate the rods, but I think redwood branches cut to size would have looked better.

[@thorwaldjohanson2526]

Yeah I agree, a redwood branch would have been much nicer. Still amazing piece though

[@timbodnar6711]

And someone would have disagreed. Not sure, why people can't just enjoy something the way it is.

[@ryeckley7267]

The rods did affect the most appealing aspect of this piece which is its 1500 year old wood

[@RobertWrightOneManCovers]

The rods look great. They add order to the chaos, same as having a rectangle top instead of having it shaped all crazy.

[@yongyea4147]

The rods are atrocious

[@julialaw1461]

My husband is getting me into woodworking. He’s been asking me to watch videos with him. This is the first one I watched from start to finish. I love that table. Great work!!

[@robertwallace9215]

Brother that is a beautiful root, and a fantastic table… honestly the root would be an incredible sculpture all on its own. I truly hope they take great care of it. Peace

[@KlausT]

It looks glorious and I like that it is in a public space rather than someone's private dining room! Congratulations!

[@bobkelly3944]

Loved how you sanded the end grain to bring out the detail. It would have been amazing if you could have sanded and sealed the whole piece, also back lighting on the wood. Despite my ideas the piece looks great.

[@gruntrvn]

I am speechless! I cannot understand how you can have so much knowledge and skill with all of the different Mediums and Tools, at such a young age. Your Dad has to be incredibly proud of you. Absolutely amazing work and Video. Thanks.

[@timdelcomyn5789]

Very impressive! The rods throw it off a bit for me but to each their own. One idea I’d think about on a different topic would be adding some lighting in the root system to give it some cool depth.

[@jacobstone3308]

I like how you used the rusted steel rods rather than polishing them so the blend in with the color of the root system and do not stand out or take away from the view of the wood. The wood and metal base is a great feature and looks very nice. I think the acrylic top looks amazing also. Overall. stunning piece.

[@davidsiddle4678]

Props to you for not blocking out the negative comments to, something I see a lot of on You tube. Beautiful piece of wood displayed in a novel and respectful way. I hope future customers of the restaurant will appreciate it. Speaking as both a wood-turner, professional arborist and amateur woodworker, I wish you nothing but the best. Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder, but that does not give people the right to hurl abuse back at you. The only point is perhaps those comments regarding your 'cursing'. It's hardly family viewing I would think and there's far worse out there. Here in the UK we wouldn't even consider words like 'damn' to be cursing. Telling someone to 'get off your high-horse, you c**t', however, might be. Good luck!

[@sherryleggett1612]

That base is a work of art on its own. Make another one for the wall.

[@raeiosia-sipeli4444]

The care you took of this ageless lady and to highlight her beauty that only nature could create, you have the soul of heartwood, she shines in her splendor. Your unique talent and eye for nature's marvel, allows this beautiful lady to shine in all her glorious beauty.

[@stephenullman4534]

Beautifully done! The only thing I would do differently is putting in some under lighting. But great job!

[@lisakoehler75]

Amazing craftsmanship. I live about an hour away from Redding. I plan on going to this restaurant to see this table in person.

[@heidi6622]

Beautiful!! The aquarium exploded recently, sadly - the one pictured from the acrylic maker.

[@maccthelab5165]

Stunning table! Patrons and service staff will quickly become mindful of the table top corners.

[@fredricblum9691]

Fantastic table, but to me, the vertical steel rods are glaringly inappropriate. Sorry. They clash with the curvaceous base. Plexiglas at 1-1/2" thick is plenty strong enough for the vertical rods not to be necessary. Some straightforward bending strength calculations should have been done before deciding whether such rods were necessary. Good luck with your next one.

[@illusionisms]

I agree 100% the rods are visually disturbing. It takes away from the overall look of this beautiful table.

[@cainadkins3985]

I love the rods that's weird they almost look like wood

[@walkingaroundgreece4278]

I agree, I didn't like the whole build just because of them, I assume he didn't want to destroy wood by cutting in and putting supports, but the way the rods looked from above ruined the amazing table for me

[@OmnipresntGaming]

Have to agree, totally cheapened the finished product.

[@bigdanny9721]

Agree

[@territ1231]

Amazing!! To take that much care for the customer and your satisfaction with the scratches is top notch.+

[@GeneralSulla]

Always good to see young folks getting the woodworking design bug. Youth aren't stuck in the mud of experience, hence their ideas are always fresh, new and exciting, even if sometimes a learning experience with materials choices and placement. That experience will serve you well when you're an old schooler to some like me! Pass it on please. I hope you feel the same in 40-50 years. Great piece!

[@StuartB_]

What a true work of art. I could sit at that table with a drink, looking at it for hours.

[@dougclark2769]

Did you consider installing and soft lighting in some of the inner areas to show off more of the internal parts?

[@tommyeagle5706]

You do amazing work brother. If i have to be 100% honest, first ill say that that table is absolutely beautiful there will be no complaints, I know them poles were important it just seems like they're out of place because they're not uniform. But I would have only said that if I was forced to that things just amazing great work you got a subscriber for life here man

[@pastorlarrypotts8289]

Amazing piece of art!!! I love the preservation of the 1,500 year old Red Wood!! Wow!!!

[@raymondkemp758]

Left me almost speechless and waiting for it to be turned the right way up - you sure the drawing was not upside down? Nature and art together - fantastic.

[@janiewilliams48]

It's beautiful That stuff on the top is cool that it doesnt scratch. Nice idea

[@hawaiiangunner]

I did some work at a rich lady's house where she had a dining room table made from a giant govid about the same size. They had to remove the roof of her house and use a crane to put it in her living room. Most unbelievable table I've ever seen!!!

[@lynnfosnaught286]

Beautiful seeing the roots in plain sight!! The roots have such a beautiful color, form and history!!! Beautiful incredible job!!!

[@carlavanwezel8847]

I absolutely stand in awe of the power of mother nature!!! Well done for preserving this magnificent piece to the beauty of this breathtaking table!!!

[@SocialButterfly13]

Man.. there sits many Judges High on their Horses here on KZbin? Mostly highly critical of someone’s artistic work? Every artist sees things in their own way, that’s what makes being an artist is so unique!

[@chemmii]

I would have chosen a glass top and made it either an oval or capsule shape, to tie in the ancient wood with the modern glass.! I also would have finished the entire root.

[@susanking9502]

This is STUNNING! I love the thought process you had for this table. Beautiful creation! 😍

[@AVCBangKeke]

I was surprised that you didn't make the oval top acrylic. It looks better with oval top, imo.

[@jimrockford3662]

Agree with the comment below, soft lights to accentuate the root would really enhance the look from above, particularly with the reflection off the acrylic. The posts I do not like, cheapens the whole table. You have shown a lot of skill and patience for a younger man. Be proud.

[@MattsWoodworks]

Thanks for the feedback Jim, I may incorporate lights into the next root for sure!

[@Reddog08]

That is a conversation piece for the ages.... always something new to see while sitting. Cool AF.

[@willowbendcottagecrafts4454]

You did a beautiful job on this masterpiece!

[@bits_pieces]

19:10 The AquaDom pictured in the lobby of the Radisson Blu hotel in Berlin. It cost around €12.8m and contained 1,500 fish and over a million litres of water. On the 16th of December 2022 the temperature dropped to a freezing -6C causing the tank to crack and then explode.

[@lindalopresti389]

Thank you for sharing this fascinating journey. I know that you did ask to “comment” but, since art is so personal, I wondered how anyone would even consider criticizing this amazing feat of talent, skill and strength. I’ve worked w acrylic and it can be a bear! Art ain’t easy, I LOVED it!

[@tracyoniya9618]

I love the way you handled the root base, the sanding to a natural polish that contrasts with the rest of the root - true perfection. The steel/wood/rusted rod base fit exactly with the character. You deserve to be really, really proud. Stunning.

[@morninboy]

That table is amazing. As soon as acrylic was mentioned in the video my first thoiught was scratches. Good to see the problem was resolved. I cannot believe all the negative comments below, but then I made a coffee table with a clear fir 2X14, box joint kitty corner waterfall ends and opposing kitty corner basalt column notched legs. Someone saw it and sait they could get a coffee table at IKEA for $50. 🤦‍♂️ What ever.

[@MattsWoodworks]

Thank you very much!

[@patriciabass8715]

What a beautiful piece of wood!

[@gwizzler]

Now thats a work of art, love the way you bought the root to life as a statement table. It speaks volumes that is for certain. Bravo!

[@MrJoeinz]

Simply incredible ! Thanks for sharing this project ! You are quite the craftsman. Great way to preserve an ancient (once) living fossil ! Congratts !

[@nancycatania3150]

It is beautiful! I think, however, it needs some really cool chairs to set it off.

[@jgray8879]

Looks great but I think you should have done the same black finish on the rusty rods that you did on the base. Besides that it looks amazing

[@junebrooks665]

I cannot think of any words that would be adequate for its sheer quality and build thank you from the UK

[@MysticNightCalls]

I am totally in love with this piece. Redwood is my favorite and in its natural state is second to none. What you did with this stunning piece is fantastic and 5 stars in anyone's book. I am now a huge fan and watching everything you put out.

[@watcherbd45]

Man such a great job you did but you wanted some constructive criticism,,,, so the only thing i would change is the steel pipe for support. Find a redwood branch about 3.5 inches and use that instead of the pipe. Other than that super job man. You are super humble and i like that in a you tuber. That showers class in my opinion,,,,, well done my friend.

[@joyceburton8208]

Wow! Beautifully done. It's wonderful to see old wood brought to life and how beautiful it is.

[@user-bv6cy6nf9r]

I caught myself several times, watching w my mouth open in fascination and disbelief simultaneously! I was feeling fearful throughout the lifting and setting down procedures, as well as each step in your process. I can't imagine even being able to touch that unique piece of time travel, maybe they're still never be "time travel machines", this I believe is as close I'll be in that scene! Absolutely fascinating! Thank you for sharing this project, your filming, dialog and editing are spot on to this amateur, I felt and understood all of it. Gorgeous project, the metal base w wood are unique to your special project. I doubted your vision a few times before you finished this work of art, glad I could hang w you till the end. Best wishes for more of these interesting and unique pieces of history in your future projects! Thank you! G3

[@donaldshields2483]

It is beautiful that’s all I can say you did an excellent job and I enjoyed walk-through so keep up the good work God bless

[@MattsWoodworks]

I appreciate that Donald, thank you for watching!

[@angrymater13la]

I'm really glad I found your through Blacktail Studios latest video.

[@Feed_The_Fink]

Its great to see something that mother nature made used in a way that can be admired for years to come because she is the greatest artist in her world

[@johnupchurch7685]

Stunning work! Glad to see there was a fix to the scratches

[@1015AK]

It's cool. I hate the rods though.

[@T-Nase]

after watching the Acrylic top and rusty metal, I am starting to believe you have put a couple of zeros by mistake up there.

[@jefferyneu3915]

Amazing work! You did justice to the ancient root system. Well done!

[@guillgjertson4179]

That table is absolutely awesome! I'm so glad that you kept the wood natural.

[@mannycamacho3892]

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful. The only thing I would have done different is not use the rusty pipe. I'd have suggested Brass to compliment the wood. I'd love to see something like this but fully and completely encased in crystal clear epoxy as one massive block for a coffee table or a massive counter of sorts.

[@MattsWoodworks]

I debated a lot on what to use, I didn't want anything loud to take away from the root itself, to me blending in was the best way, lots of people love the solid rod idea, lots hate it. lol

[@genepatterson4375]

My concern would be people sitting around it and kicking at the root network, hanging purses and stuff on the root and breaking pieces off. This would be cool as a display table in an exhibit where it would get proper respect. It looks fantastic tho, you did a great job!

[@jonny555ive]

That table is absolutely incredible, you did an amazing job, that redwood is so beautiful. Fantastic work your craftmanship is top notch. Take care looking forward to seeing more videos from you.

[@exoticgirl1]

Absolutely gorgeous. I love the base, it compliments the mind-blowing piece.

[@conniewojahn6445]

I agree with the commenter who said, "Dude, you don't charge enough."

[@harrysoothsayer5086]

steel pole looks off

[@davidgriego278]

Isn't it Amazing how the Natural way of Transformation, into almost Petrified Wood; with your Ideas of bringing out the Beauty of this Redwood! It isn't just a Table, but a WORK OF ART!! You are to be Congratulated!! 200 Years from now your Name will be remembered!!

[@conchitinabernardo4370]

The tree didn’t die. I went on to become a marvelous work of art !

[@mwest3583]

As I watched you roll out that acrylic I kept thinking "that surface is going to get so scratched"

[@apeshitmedia]

Why the rusty poles? It cheapened a beautiful table.

[@eastcoastal]

I just watched the Redwood Root table. You did a fantastic job on it. The care and attention you gave to the process was simply astounding.. cud's to you!!!

[@EHB4323]

I think you did a Sensational job on this project!!!

[@richardvlasich7744]

I love the acrylic top. It gives it a contemporary look. Phenominal piece, congrats!

[@buddhababeoz]

From a consumer's perspective with a creative eye.... Wouldn't you knock your legs under the table against the bits sticking out underneath at knee height? Also, those steel posts on either side didn't make sense to me? Apologies if you explained it elsewhere. Otherwise, this saved ancient piece is a miracle frozen in time. Love watching your work it's so pleasing and satisfying!!!

[@fishingbob8374]

19:12 he referred to the aquarium that exploded in Germany. That didn’t age well at all.

[@gabrielstocker5446]

😂😂😂

[@michaelwojcicki3624]

Nice landing spot for the finished table. Your fine work and the historical origins of the base will be appreciated by the restaurant owner and patrons alike.

[@mercedesescoto628]

Espectacular ! ! ! Wow I enjoyed the respect that you have shown this stunning red wood root. Truly a work of art.

[@alanblasczyk1779]

Wow..I am stunned..what an amazing table, you did an Amazing Sick job.

[@MattsWoodworks]

Thanks Alan!

[@alandohse1977]

Hi Matt! Your Redwood Root table is awsome! After watching a video from Blacktail, I think your table deserves some better chairs. In fact I would insist on it. LOL I am serious though, better chairs!

[@toddschutz5371]

That is one of the sickest wood projects that I've ever seen.

[@jaimecastells9750]

Wow! What a spectacular piece! Really a fantastic use for such an iconic chunk of wood. Well done and thanks for sharing!

[@janaleegoodrich5894]

That is the most amazing build I have ever seen. It is absolutely gorgeous.

[@michaelmoran4157]

Sorry for the language, but this is fucking fantastic. You've given the root new life and paid tribute to the wonder of nature. Thank you for this.

[@christophercampbell9634]

Looks great but the rods ruin it… get a branch or some kind of wood and have it drilled out, glue the rods inside of it. And then you can still bolt everything together with a wayyyyy better esthetic

[@jaysontwombly8261]

Love it!!! Very awesome use of the huge root. Nice job!

[@billhagy1415]

Simply stated…absolutely stunning!

[@JSpiffy]

Nice work.. Love the root .. the steel rods and the rectangular top take away from the organic shape of the redwood imho

[@donaldbell31]

That is one awesome table, liked how you stod behind your work, it's a one of a kind

[@scottgoode9874]

Absolutely beautiful piece of art. The wood is so vibrant and amazing.

[@stanconklin9759]

Outstanding work. Stan

[@MattsWoodworks]

Thank you Stan!

[@seleckt6600]

A really beautiful base that could be the foundation of something amazing, but just stuck a plain block of clear acrylic on top. Why? It does nothing to compliment the base, doesn't mesh well with it at all. That base could've been done so much more justice than that top.

[@theherd5830]

You created a work of art… a masterpiece in fact. I just subscribed to your channel. Yours and Cam with Blacktail are the best.

[@chriscranston7189]

The rusty steel is a wabi Sabi compliment to the natural art of the gnarled root.

[@FranklyFarcical]

Chris, stop it.

[@RazorRedPresa]

Isn't that the round aquarium in the hotel that broke in Berlin? Wow now I definitely wouldn't swim in one of those suspended pools!!

[@robertthone9986]

Hey Matt looks great, any thoughts about using hidden lighting through the root mass, to high light it all?

[@shereemorgan1430]

Phenomenal workmanship! I love the look and feel of real wood.

[@wander6643]

That was one awesome build. Very impressed how you handled scratching situation on top. Very well done.

[@ashmouse]

At the time of viewing this, that fishtank in Germany burst 😳

[@stevehardy7584]

Yup. No-one was killed, which is a miracle considering it was in a busy foyer. Unfortunately, 1,500 fish died.