Combining Metal & Wood for an $18k Desk

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[@Donnie9by5]

Drafted Brad for his expertise in the unusual shapes! 👍 👍!!!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Yes!

[@glena.guidroz8900]

Absolutely gorgeous finish and design! Bravo! I am an 86-year-old woodworker and I still get a thrill out of new and modern designs that I haven't seen before. You guys rock!

[@msb5775]

Adding and sanding off the gray stuff was one of the biggest “trust the process” moments ever

[@pasquale2652]

Absolutely sweet... I always like seeing new products by new techniques. Thanks.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Glad you like them, thanks for watching!

[@charlesthomas9294]

It's unique. I'm too much of a wood-lover to want a finish that looks so inorganic, but it's an attention grabber and I could imagine an office this would be perfect for.

[@teaCupkk]

It looks meh. Expensive, cumbersome meh, so the customer will probably be happy.

[@CNNBlackmailSupport]

I'm right there with you, man. When he said they were staining the white oak black, I reflexively gulped.

[@bpoole99251]

Same. Is there a underground market for this that I am unaware of??

[@JKSSubstandard]

Honestly, I think it looks really cool. The metal grain is such a cool look. That said, it's a solution to make cheaper wood look really expensive. It shouldn't be used on high quality wood

[@noodlelynoodle.]

@@CNNBlackmailSupport I'll be honest white oak is kinda boring to me so black is a nice finish for it

[@Andrew-is7rs]

Absolutely stunning. Love it guys. What a unique look. Beautiful 👍🇬🇧

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gremics-gallery]

Excellent Work BFW Crew.. LOVE IT

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much!!!

[@michaeldean2053]

Liquid Metal is here to stay. So many possibilities. Great build.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!

[@Goalsplus]

It doesn't matter if the general public like it or not, someone will love it. What's important is you trying new things.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Agreed! And it's what our client wanted so that's what matters most!

[@Goalsplus]

@@BlackForestWoodCo for sure.

[@tomrockholm-timeless_morph6691]

Turned out incredible, the only thing I think I would’ve done different is used a coat of solid black resin on the live edge of the slabs so that you wouldn’t see the brighter browns of the wood showing through the transparent black resin center. Regardless I think it looks amazing, you guys should definitely play around with that some more.

[@SuperOrcy]

if they could have done the same metal finish on the live edges before epoxy I think it would have been amazing.

[@tomrockholm-timeless_morph6691]

@@SuperOrcy yeah that would’ve been really cool to see that effect shimmer through the dark tinted resin.

[@bradley3549]

I thought exactly the same thing.

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

Yea, this is beautiful, would be better had they stained the inner live edge black before the pour.

[@Mike-hp3et]

I like the brown contrast spots personally.

[@derekbambrough1376]

That’s a gorgeous piece! I especially love the ingenuity behind the base and drawer notch!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Derek!!

[@pip5461]

Extraordinary piece of furniture, uniquely finished... A one-of-a-kind...!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

That's what we were going for!!

[@artrheinhardt3648]

That's amazingly beautiful....and the pyramid looking like leg ,is perfectly complimenting this work of Art.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you so much 😀

[@AndreaMerchak]

This table is absolutely amazing! I loved it! ❤

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Ninjump]

This is why I have always loved Jeco's work. Extremely precise and controlled finishing!

[@jecofinishing3471]

Thank you so much!

[@alfredthor1218]

Innovative & creative... simply gorgeous

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Alfred!

[@f.sguerra421]

🐶 Two licks from us! Marshmellow and I are big fans. Thanks Dylan for sharing the experience and your talent.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Very appreciated thank you!

[@gregorysquires2685]

LOVE IT!!!!! BEAUTIFUL piece of furniture!!!! Y’all have a great weekend!!!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Gregory!

[@_thomas1031]

...This looks ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR 😌👌

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!!

[@drmosilwadi]

That's a truly awesome piece! Your client will be stoked! The metal finish is mind blowing! One small thing though: perhaps if you stained the inner sides of the wood where the resin is before you poured the resin then the light wood wouldn't show through the resin when you look from an angle. I saw it peek through several times in the video & I know I'm nit picking here, but I also know how much attention you guys pay to the smallest details. The piece you made is so unique with its all black & silver colors & that little hint of light wood peeking through breaks that color scheme imo. Thanks to the whole team for continuing to put up such great pieces & KZbin content. Looking forward seeing what you guys cook up next!

[@PeteHansen13]

Holy crap!! What a phenomenal piece! The finish work is amazing and Brad’s leg/drawer is soooo cool!

[@WoodLink1]

End product is beautiful. A unique combination of color transformation 👌🏼

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

It really is!

[@brucemaher7621]

Absolutely good to see young people (Brad) working on a ..for ever ..piece of furniture....not the throw away pieces they make these days Also the skills that is learnt along the way with what you make....Dylan and the boys a big Thanks you ...........and Charlie

[@josiecapps2555]

Amazing craftsmanship…..none better. Great colab with friends.

[@lukebenji4228]

Unreal finish love it

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Luke!

[@DizzyWood_shop]

Yeeyy. New techniques learned!!!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Yes!!

[@jacquiemouton9053]

What a unique piece that is. Beautiful. Charlie and the table are colour co-ordinated which is so clever of you. Really lovely work.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you so much!!

[@rmacsrmaddog2192]

Interesting episode. Brad rocks!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Haha yes he does!

[@eugenetrollip751]

Beautiful desk. Love that you can still see the original wood colour through the resin, gives a nice touch to it.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Eugene!

[@lindysmith13]

It's beautiful. It looks like someone photoshopped a table to have high contrast. It's not to my taste but I appreciate the craftsmanship.

[@michaelm9871]

My thoughts exactly. Awesome techniques used to get that look. I think I might like it better if the metal was gold in color, but as is it's not for me.

[@FJB2020]

It looks like its hydroprinted (aka fake).. definitely not my taste either..

[@leedube2320]

It's a beauty!!! Love the Canadian content

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!!

[@metdukh955]

So freaking in love with your tools😍😍😍🖤 The product look gorgeous😍

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!!

[@joeymigues3276]

Oh my that turned out gorgeous. In being a finish woodworker that is the perfection that I strive for.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Joey, Jim always kills the finish!

[@rumpple4skin976]

Absolutely beautiful work of art love it the creativity of the pieces that you produce is jaw dropping great job!!👍😍

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you so much Tim!!

[@billybillz]

Now that's a kool-ass desk! Love it

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!!

[@johncotton866]

Thanks for another outstanding video. Love that you and your team are willing to experiment can try new products and concepts. Great job. Keep up the good work!!!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Joh, we will!!

[@leehatann5854]

Stunning bit of desk design and that finish is amazing.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Lee!

[@CecilBrown1620]

Love it. I think this is my favorite piece I’ve seen you guys do.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Clint! It's definitely a unique piece!

[@mike9672]

Love the unique base. Great job guys!

[@fbrdonr1989]

That table is Metal! 🤘 Cool finish. It's not for everyone, but that's a good thing. Very Cool. Charlie, keep up the good work.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

He will!! Thanks so much!

[@supergimp2000]

Great work, but what's up with the bumps/slop in the finish on the edge at the mitre? 14:26

[@OlDirtyBandit]

Weird they respond to every comment but the one comment pointing out a flaw in the finish on a $18k table

[@Drokkers]

This table is dope. All of it. The whole build process between the two companies is fascinating to watch.

[@snarplaya]

Looks awesome! I'd love to see some kind of copper metallic with a more natural wood river table. That pyramid base with the drawer was very impressive also!

[@livewellwitheds6885]

yes that would be amazing!

[@ExclemationMark]

This is an amazing art piece and interesting paint product that is. Great job as always!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much!!

[@karenfanias9760]

Another amazing piece. The metal really brings out the grain so beautiful. I’m sure Charlie will get his wish soon 👍

[@carleenpring3404]

Hey Charlie, The table, I have to admit, is not my taste, but I am left gobsmacked and in awe at the way it all came together. Ingenuity and creativity going hand in hand! G'day from Australia 😊🐶😍 By the way, we have a new puppy! Her name is Mia. She's a kelpie x blue heeler. Two very sturdy Aussie breeds!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Carleen, it's definitely a unique table with a certain look that's not for everyone, but thanks for noticing what goes into it! And Mia sounds very cute, hope she and you are doing well!

[@carleenpring3404]

@@BlackForestWoodCo Mia has a lot of sass and loves to play. She is so willing to please, which is another trait of this breed. Being a herding breed, she already has her play toys rounded up and sorted! Like your boy Charlie, she has a lot of personality! 😊

[@marynapier2007]

Amazing!! Such an awesome piece of furniture. All of you ROCK!!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

You rock! Thanks Mary!

[@bimmerella]

DEF TEAM LOOOOVE IT! That is ahhhhmazing! It's a work of art really. Well done guys! 💖💖💖💖

[@RedBudRed]

Team Love It. Great work!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much!!

[@fjelstednord3159]

Nice finish, however, I would've used a torch or black stain on the live edge to properly blend it. You can see the light edges through the epoxy. I darken the live edge on a lot of my river tables for added depth in transparent pours. Still a very unique finish.

[@Equulai]

The brown-redish edges on the inside of the resin parts look really cool as well. a little bit like rust that dissapears into the dark. Really neat.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

It is in a modern office now haha. And fair!

[@aprilfox1057]

A piece of art. Good job!

[@terrycunningham7946]

Beautiful piece... a real work of art👍

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Terry!!!

[@debbiepoole2247]

This is a beautiful table. I love the angle of the waterfall edge. That box in the pyramid is really strange, but I do like it. The metal with the black wood looks amazing.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much Debbie!!

[@casperscuts2627]

I love the finish but the pedestal with the drawer is incredible!

[@maddieadams75]

Wow beautiful technique, love the table, ♥️

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Maddie!!

[@morninboy]

I love the geometric aspect

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you! Us too!!

[@jeanhorne5893]

Awesome table beautiful.God bless you and your family.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks as always Jean!!

[@li-anderker55]

Well that's about the most imaginative and gorgeous desk I've ever seen. Way to get creative with the material!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you so much!!

[@chrismoser3628]

The statement you always love it or hate it bothers me a little. The table is not my style but I can appreciate how beautiful it is to someone else, and I definitely appreciate the amount of work poured into making that a pristine finish. We’ll done folks.

[@thewoodworkersjourney3314]

What a gorgeous desk.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you so much!!

[@detectvt9849]

Sweet stain/finish!!!

[@migdi242424]

Love it. Definitely an art piece.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!!

[@richie644]

Love everything about this.. what a unique finish. Outstanding work as always. Feeling inspired. 🙏 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Richie!!

[@AyeSedai]

I've used powdered bare metal in epoxy with an air brush machine for years. While having a premixed product would be a bit more convenient, it wouldn't be very cost effective if it's something you'd regularly be using. Super cool to see it used on such a large project and turn out so uniform. Stunning execution!

[@robwright4392]

Wow what an incredible piece. The contrast between the black and the metal almost looks like an ink fingerprint zoomed right in. I love the base. It's very contemporary. Another one you've knocked out of the park. Someone in the comments said you should have done the river resin black because you can see the much lighter sides of the timber. Can i modify that constructive criticism? Maybe it would have added another even more amazing detail if the metal treatment was done on the sides before the resin pour so that the absolutely amazing contrast of the top continued the full depth of the river. That could allow a pour with less colour needing to be added. If that's what the customer wants of course. But still, it's a desk i would die to own. Another job well done Black Forest Wood Co Team. Thank you for the content!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Oooh, true it does kind of look like a finger print! Not sure how the resin would bond to the Vero Metal but would probably work fine, would have to test that first though! Thanks for the feedback Rob!

[@robwright4392]

@@BlackForestWoodCo i guess though that since it's an expensive process to begin with that it's even more expensive to experiment with but the process of sending it out to get the sides done and sending it back once the resin has been poured may not be economically viable especially if the strength could be compromised. Regardless, you's have outdone yourselves again with this art piece. Thank you

[@cozm0859]

Bud, your dad is talented as hell! I’m a bit jealous you get to pick his brain and work with him everyday! As always, top notch work fellas!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much!!

[@ivan7453]

Awesome build, well done guys.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Ivan!

[@williampitts7646]

With all the really cool stuff I've seen in this video, for some reason I am the most impressed by that weird sander you used to sand the metal off. Also the metal/resin stuff is awesome too.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you very much! It's just a super old sander Jim loves

[@douglaslewis2180]

WOW... Looks absolutely great.. Grats Guys..

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much!

[@_chade]

One day I will work with you guys for custom furniture. 🤗 Love it btw. The color contrast between the top of the table and the drawer is beautiful, too.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Can't wait for that! Thank you!!

[@hengemon]

Hey, Sorry to say Vero Metal is a Dutch product and we have been using it for years on furniture here in the Netherlands, so you are certainly not the first. But it is a beautiful table you have made. Regards Henri from the Netherlands

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

We didn't say we were the first to ever use it, we said we are probably the first to do a river table with it!

[@CNNBlackmailSupport]

Props to Jim for being a boss by working like a... non-boss.

[@ALASKANTHUNDERDRAGON]

This is the coolest desk I've ever seen

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Agreed!

[@darkironfabrications8129]

I’m on team Love. Such a unique finish.

[@Gwarsbane]

That is spectacular! So beautiful :D

[@monrea10]

I love this. It’s amazing.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you Mandi!

[@shagwaaone1432]

Love the furniture you guys are making! If I could afford I would buy it

[@Mrjrich37055]

Very freaking cool, love it.

[@eitzcarving3863]

This is really cool! Great video!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks so much!

[@stephenlalonde1116]

Love you work

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you Stephen!

[@pthanos]

Tacky as hell. A classic American piece 👌

[@mthiessen134]

Well done!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you!

[@dougdegriselles9653]

It looks great

[@chrisshannonmoeller781]

That is pretty interesting. Is the Vero Metal available for hobbyists or just pros?

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Wood and metal together always work well to my eyes. The less than 90 degree corner had excess metal finish globbed around it which spoiled the look for me. A finicky process for sure. Not sold on it. I'd prefer a high voltage trough burned in then filled with a silver epoxy. 👍 😃

[@michele7944]

Love it! Thanks for the informative video

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jasonturner1045]

WOW!! that is beautiful

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you! 😊

[@andyfirthbespoke]

I love the look of natural wood, the colour and the grain. To stain something so dark and then add the gold is not my cup of tea at all. But if that's what the client wants, that what the client gets.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

It's silver, not gold! But fair!

[@kathy2boyd]

Just a couple things to note, if you don't already know. You can also use a water-based liquid metal binder and there are many ways to apply for those that don't have the proper spray equipment.

[@djsnowman06]

Ive wanted to do a black/silver ceruse on something for ages. Guitar or light fixture or something. Might do it on a pool table light i think.

[@fredproctor6973]

Looks pretty cool.

[@user-hd6gh2fp8k]

awesome job done ~

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you so much!

[@denisblack5689]

wow! that's a really crazy design even without that metal finish. i can't say i like it but i definitely don't hate it. the making process is very intricate and challenging.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Yes very! It's something very different from usual which was nice to do!

[@adambarnwell4135]

Awsome job team looks great do you have a link for the dye you use for the transparent pours thanks in advance I never miss a video.

[@DrivingWithJake]

Looks interesting turned out quite good.

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thanks Jake, we think so too!

[@Lutzboater]

Outstanding!!

[@BlackForestWoodCo]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@met9009]

Metals are used for pigments in paints all the time, I would assume the metal ratio might be higher than normal. I wouldn't have said anything if they didn't keep going on about it. It was a great choice of colors the contrast was spectacular and love the glass like finish that complement the angels. The drawer front is awkward, I hope it pulls out further than the top but as shown the top would gets in the way.

[@perfectdiversion]

The finish turned out amazing. I really like everything apart from the weird drawer ha.

[@iddddaduncan]

Dillon, great video! how long do you wait to start working on a piece after the epoxy cures?