The Live Edge Burl Wood Clock Project.................. DSNERV

[@nonnam4992]

you remember me of my grandad, he was a carpenter too. such creativity, always with a cigarette lit, sanding with no breathing protection and eventually dying of lung cancer

[@dsnerv]

We all have to die at some point nonna m. Might as well live the way we feel most comfortable and happy because death is sadly unavoidable.

[@sjscreations2608]

Thank you for being so understanding you are a true caring and loving individual. Peace to you my friend. Cheers, Sean

[@leewardleworth3225]

Very cool looking clock

[@dsnerv]

Thanks Lee

[@Camshot4]

Your product placement is unrivaled.

[@dsnerv]

Hahahaha are we talking about the Radiohead songs playing in the background or the George Watsky shirt I had on?

[@Camshot4]

Radiohead, Watsky, Captain Morgan and the occasional efukt shirt.

[@dsnerv]

Just spreading the knowledge of things that I enjoy in a subtle way through my videos. Its always fun to see when someone points them out in the comments section.

[@Camshot4]

That's the magic of it all. If I had the money and resources, I'd definitely try it out. It looks really fun.

[@keyboardwarrior2812]

Really cool clock, Love things made from natural wood. Nice idea.

[@dsnerv]

Thanks for the kind words Madax.

[@davido9879]

very nice piece...great work!

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much DaVido

[@anklebiterwoodworks2818]

Cool clock! Grain was gorgeous.

[@dsnerv]

Thanks AnkleBiter

[@buildtalibanbackbetter5923]

Well done great piece!!

[@henrydboys8814]

beautiful! an the cap Morgan in the shot nice!! great job

[@dsnerv]

Thanks Henry Yeah Captain Morgan has been joining me a lot whilst working on my projects recently.

[@leahgordon1472]

Awesome DSNERV!!!!

[@dsnerv]

Thanks a lot Leah. Glad that you enjoyed the build. :)

[@tubeforinsomniacs6157]

Bro you are super duper, amazing work.. I am big fan of your work..

[@dsnerv]

Thanks a lot Tubeforinsomniacs. Happy to know that you enjoy watching my videos. More on there way soon.

[@ea7276]

Very nice clock, mate. Congratulations! Доброго здоровья !

[@dsnerv]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@makernational4723]

Great work!

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much Maker National

[@paovang6983]

Great idea!

[@prdrobarrios00]

That's beautiful, what an amazing job. I work in a pallets factory, pretty much a family business, and we're finding some inspiration on your videos, maybe we even switch from pallets to this kind of work. Keep up with these amazing projects!! Waiting your next vids. Huge hug and greetings from Brazil!

[@prdrobarrios00]

And by the way, that oak and glass table from the failed project is fucking awesome!

[@dsnerv]

Hello Pedro. Thank you very much for your kind words about my clock and coffee table videos, your comments really did help bring a smile to my face when reading them both. I am happy to hear that you are able to gain some inspiration from my projects and hope that you will be able to put that inspiration into practice soon and create something that you are proud of. Family businesses are becoming more and more rare where i live so i feel that you should be proud about what you do at all times...... wishing you the very best of luck for the future my friend.

[@prdrobarrios00]

Thank you lad, you made my day!

[@prdrobarrios00]

Wishing you the double of everything friend

[@veronica5896]

Stunning!!!

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much Veronica

[@saratv7417]

Nice work bro

[@anacondasquezze4948]

holy shit....another masterpiece

[@dsnerv]

Hahahaha thanks mate.

[@David-bb4yv]

Beautiful, I would have finished it the same way.

[@jackosam2186]

sangat "IMAJINASI" aye aye Capt. Morgan.

[@ErnieHernandezdesigner]

I like the finish on it.

[@dsnerv]

Glad that you enjoyed the project Ernie.

[@explorermike19]

Excellent. Beautiful. Probably, I would not have glued the clockworks into the burl because the clock won't last forever. I would have made it easier to replace. The beauty of the burl will outlast the clock. I could see that burl being used and re-purposed for 100 years or more.

[@dsnerv]

Looking back on it your right, gluing the clockworks in there was not the best idea. I'm sure it will not be so hard to pop it out when the time comes that it needs replacing.

[@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ]

Yeah @@dsnerv - it comes with a brass nut to screw it down. Beautiful clock tho.

[@johncostello2026]

well done looks great I hope to be inspired thankyou also you seem like a good guy responding to all the comments I will watch and learn (hopefully)

[@dsnerv]

Hey John Thank you for the nice words about the burl clock and my channel. I do try my very best to answer comments on my woodworking videos as I feel that if someone has taken the time to leave a comment then I should also take some time to reply to them. The thing I like about youtube is that we are a community and as well as showing how I have made something and hopefully imparting some knowledge to others its also a place for me to learn from you all as well...... Helpful and friendly comments on how I can improve my projects and videos are always welcome and appreciated.

[@joaquinolvera1204]

You give me great ideas not the same things but ive seen 2 videos from you and gotten different ideas

[@dsnerv]

I am happy to hear that you have been able to pick up a few ideas from my videos Joaquin. :) Good luck with your future projects.

[@marcovelez942]

Great job 👌💯

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much Marco

[@iwoodw.w.w3310]

beautiful 👍

[@dsnerv]

Thanks I wood

[@fisher7734]

Yes beautiful clock there.. my comment would be the hobby shops or even online the Clockworks are only like four bucks and I've never had to replace one and I've been making these clocks for almost 40 years. It would really class it up if you use a set of hands like you would see on a grandfather clock you should get them from a hobby shop for very little and you can paint them any color. My favorites are gold, black, and white... it all depends on what the wood color is. Same thing with the numbers you can paint them as well any color... keep up the good work man!

[@dsnerv]

Thanks for the comment fisher7734 This was my first attempt at making any kind of clock and though i dont hate it I can see that there is a lot more I could have done with the project. I have made a few more clocks since then but nothing that has made it up on youtube so maybe its time for me to have a go at a new and improved version. :)

[@user-qq8fu1su7t]

Nice job brother!

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much mate. :)

[@erikag1202]

so cool

[@dsnerv]

Thanks Erika G.

[@JeparaArtFurnicraft]

Very fantastic dude, everything i love it. The root unique, design natural and colour finished so simple and practice. Remember me my carpenter in Jepara Indonesia. Have a great day....I always waiting for the latest videos from you

[@dsnerv]

Thanks for the continued support Japara Art Furnicraft.

[@АлександрЯблоков-б1в]

Очень красиво. 👍👍👍

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much.

[@wowmobilestore7985]

Very Beautiful And Soo Good

[@dsnerv]

Thank you Johnson.

[@chibibobo]

Getting some serious mileage out of that Radiohead album ;) Came out amazing man, that's a seriously nice piece of burr!

[@dsnerv]

Cheers Daniel. For some reason Radiohead is my go to music when woodworking I should think about mixing things up a bit more hahah

[@kristy9729]

You Are amazing

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much Kristy97. :)

[@noninitiegratie4090]

FELICITARI !

[@dsnerv]

Thank you.

[@xkeepersvk]

Cool clock man. For a moment it seemed that it would fall apart in the middle after you made the hole for the clock mechanism..

[@dsnerv]

Thanks xkeepersvk Yeah at the time I did not realise but when editing the video I noticed it flex when I put pressure on it in a stupid way. Thank goodness it held together for me.

[@LESNY-REKONESANS]

Hi, grate work, grate designe, grate piece of wood i like it :)

[@dsnerv]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@LESNY-REKONESANS]

Tell me my friend, what is the type of wood You used?

[@dsnerv]

I believe that the burl wood came from a cherry tree. :)

[@LESNY-REKONESANS]

Color is soo nice i try found in summer some nice cherry tree with burl. Tell me are you used also oil. Thanks and greetings :)

[@dsnerv]

Yes I used a teak oil on the burl to help bring out its natural red colouring. Hope that helps my friend.

[@bubastikk31]

Красавчик!!!!

[@Corvus-frugilegus]

отлично придумал! молодец!

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much.

[@JonHammond81]

Love this piece, though I'm very confused as to why you'd dry it out for four years only to then soak it with a pressure washer right before finishing it?

[@dsnerv]

Hey Jon. Yeah i know that it seems a little strange to hit it with a pressure washer after being drying for so long but it is a important part of the process. When dealing with burl wood like this all the small cracks and voids tend to get filled with mud and stones as the tree grows. (not to mention all the sawdust created when cutting the slab) All of that needs to be cleaned out from the voids or they will bleed into your finish and destroy the look of your project. the quickest and most easy way to clear all of that out is to use a pressure washer to blast it out and then leave the burl in the sun for a few days to help dry it out. I hope that helps explain why I had to use it. :)

[@arindiy]

very nice brother.

[@dsnerv]

Thank you very much

[@arindiy]

yep, welcome

[@sjscreations2608]

You are very creative and I love the crossword piece that you made for your girlfriend. I try in my life not to judge and as a human I find it difficult. Mate do yourself and everyone that loves you a favour and stop smoking! I've seen very close family members die, because of smoking. My mum was 33 when she died, she couldn't breathe at the end, I couldn't stand to be in the hospital room it tore me up. Trust me if you want to live a happy and full life, throw them away, it's no use saying to yourself I'll do it later on because I have years ahead of me. The damage is happening now, and it can't be reversed. I'm sorry I said all this, it's just that I love life and people. Live a happy and long life. Cheers Sean

[@dsnerv]

Hey Sean. Thanks for the message and concern for my health. (There is never any reason to feel like you should say sorry after saying or showing concern for someone). I 100% agree with all that you have said and know that smoking is a horrible habit that not only effects the smoker but everyone that loves them as well. Unfortunately smoking is an addiction that I have not been able to get past quite yet, I think that I'm one of those people that needs a life changing event like a health scare or baby on the way to really bump them out of there daily routine and force them to quit for good. I am truly sorry to hear about your mothers passing and how it effected you as a child, its a horrible thing to loose anyone that you love but even worse when you have to see them suffer before saying goodbye. Glad that you have been enjoying my projects so far....... Keep on spreading the good message mate. :) DSNERV.

[@grahamalexander7230]

Nice project, the wood looks a bit like a domestic cherry tree to give that nice reddish hue ? - hope you dont get inundated now with requests for clocks given your so close to x-mass, I did something similar last year and 30 plus clocks later I revolted and went to the pub ..... Enjoy!

[@dsnerv]

Yes you are right Graham it was a cherry tree. Thank you, I had forgotten what it was when I collected the burl and it had been frustrating me so much not being able to remember. I'm not surprised that you revolted after making 30 clocks and retreated to the pub I am sure I would have done the same thing....... No orders for clocks from friends and family just yet. seems like I am the only one out of them that likes had made crafts more than something cheep from ikea. sigh

[@christofferpalmebjorklind2142]

You got my subscribe! Been looking at videos and dreaming of my own shop for some time now. Got to get to it! Love the idea of this and it came out great. Did you think of using a different pair of viewers? Could be an easy fix, maby carve your own if the clock can handle the weight? Great job anyway :)

[@dsnerv]

Happy to have you as part of the team Christoffer. Good luck with your own workshop, I love spending time in mine and its a useful and very fun hobby to have to let you be creative. By viewers I assume that you mean the clock hands? I did plan on getting different hands for this clock but the seller I was attempting to get them from let me down so I just went for some very simple ones as I knew I was able to get them quickly. I love the idea of making my own though...... might have to revisit the project in the future and make some. Thank you for the idea.

[@bruxxcam2618]

Realy great build mate. Where did you get the burl, and if you bought it how much does it cost? Cheers from Bosnia.

[@dsnerv]

Thank you Igor. I am lucky to have a friend who gave me the burl wood for free. As I just do this as a hobby I try to spend as little as possible on the materials I use and apart from some Oak boards and tools I get everything from the side of the road or through friends.

[@troyjones1826]

Nice job bro. How do you keep it from cracking? Every time I cut out a disk like yours it cracks

[@dsnerv]

Hey Troy. The very best thing you can do to help stop cracking is to make sure that the wood you are using is fully dried before cutting your blank...... As an example the cherry used in this clock had been drying for 4 years so the chances of cracking once cut where very low for me. Its also recommended that you don't expose the wood to a sudden change temperature (moving your cut blank from outside into a heated area) as this also can cause cracking. Best practice when dealing with burl is to cut it long leaving extra trunk to so that any cracks that happen when drying don't travel into your burl, make sure that your wood is fully dry before considering working on it in any way, move the hole section of trunk into your house and let it get acclimatised to the heat of the room and after a few days you are able to cut your blank. I will say that having cracks and splits in your blank is not always a bad thing and you can often use them to your advantage to create a more interesting work. Here is an example of how I have used cracks to enhance a project that might help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emabgnSkfdeag7c

[@troyjones1826]

Thank you

[@m.d.e.845]

what oil did you use before the spray lacquer?

[@dsnerv]

Hey Mark I used 2 oils on the burl clock. 4 coats of teak oil so that it soaked deep into the wood and then an extra 2 coats of boiled linseed oil to help bring out the colour some more.

[@m.d.e.845]

good to know. looks great!

[@markhobster8113]

very nice i love this, have you thought of using a random orbit sander before? ive found when sanding large areas that a ros is a lot easier with less dust than a belt sander, the one I have is a cheapish erbauer from screwfix, the titan brand i think is screwfixs own brand, i haven't used the sander but other titan power tools i have used have been very good for the price, what oil did you use under the spray varnish? Mark.

[@dsnerv]

Hey Mark. Thanks for your kind words about the burl clock. I have wanted to get my hands on an orbit sander for a while now as I know they are better with dust compared to belt sanders. I have been waiting till I eventually killed my belt sander before i could justify getting one (moving to a new house soon so I am trying to save as much as possible.) Seeing as Christmas is just round the corner maybe I will add it to my list and see if i get lucky. I ended up using 2 oils on the clock........ 4 goes with a teak oil for deep absorption into the burl and then 2 extra using a boiled linseed oil to help bring out the colour of the grain some more. Hope that helps.

[@markhobster8113]

dsnerv i hope you get a random orbit soon for xmas and good luck with the new place bud :) , thanks for the info on the oil, I have some boiled linseed oil which is handy but no teak oil, Ive been messing with oils a few times trying to get the right mix for using on a lathe, the US has denatured alcohol which is the same as clear meths, ive mixed 1/3 Boiled linseed oil 1/3 shellac and 1/3 clear meths for a friction polish, also the same mix but changing the shellac for clear varnish to try and make a very tough oil finish. i think i need to mess with the mixes a bit though as the shellac i bought i think they used too much meths so its too thin, the varnish one though is good if you sand the finish back a little. just a few ramblings bud maybe you might get something from that lol maybe if you run out of teak oil then clear meths cutting the BLO down a little will help it sink through the wood more then the meths will evaporate, last 2 coats without the meths and it should be fairly cheap to buy.

[@dsnerv]

Hello again Mark. Thanks a lot for your advice and knowledge on how you are working with your oils and varnishes, I really do apresheate comments like this so much. A main part of why I post these videos on youtube is not only for the fun of it but to be able to share and gain info so that I am able to continue and grow with my little woodworking hobby. Everyone in the comments has always been extremely kind and supportive but its a comment like yours that will help me continue getting better at what I enjoy. Thanks again and good luck with all your future projects.

[@markhobster8113]

Not a problem mate youtube is fantastic for helping us, ive learned so much and like to give something back, ive made a few vids myself but its like someone with hazy vision leading the blind lol, there are 2 channels that spring to mind about finishing, although they are also wood turners the finishing can easily applied to all furniture, Martins reactive paint and air brush techniques are incredible and very different! youtube.com Daniel Vilerinos vid about a home made abrasive paste similar to yorkshire grit kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHrMgn2MgbGVrM0 Check out the other vids aswel it might give you a temptation to get a wood lathe like it did me :)

[@dsnerv]

Thanks a lot Mark. I just had a quick scan through the Daniel Vilerinos video and I will defiantly go back and check it out in more detail when I have a bit more free time, thank you. I have wanted a lathe for a long time but same as with the orbit sander I just can justify the cost of one right now as I prepare for the new house and all the costs that come with it. Wish me luck hahaha

[@chucklome9165]

I used to make these type of tables and clocks back in the early seventies. We found a product that provides a very similar look to waxing. It was called Deft , give it a try.

[@dsnerv]

Thanks for the advice Chuck. I will have to keep my eyes open for the Deft product and give it a try. I am sure that my simple clock comes no where near the quality of the tables and clocks that you used to make.

[@scottmclean4237]

man your a bloody artist!! spoke to you yesterday and you said your a kind of handyman, You should do this full time. that root colour was amazing. I Need some real wood. do u jus go woods for old roots ?

[@dsnerv]

Hey again Scott Cheers as always for the supportive comments. I get my wood from all over the place, for example the root (from the coffee table) was simply found sitting at the side of the local lake where I walk my dogs, This slab of cherry burl was given to me from an artist that has a store of dried logs that he uses to carve into wooden statues and the oak that you see in a lot of my projects was got from a local timber mill. Going into the woods to search out unique and interesting bits of timber is always a good place to start but I will say that it really is best to have the land owners permission first. You are also faced with the problem of transporting anything you find back out of the woods and having to space and time to let it fully dry before its usable. There has been plenty of times where I have been able to find amazing wood that I would love to work on but just moving it from its location is impossible without a forklift and a few extra guys to help me out. The best advice is to just keep your eyes and ears open and not to be shy about asking landowners about any possible free wood. Hope that helps mate.

[@scottmclean4237]

Thanks man. Appreciate reply. Your dog's r amazing but my ocd would drive mad over malting.

[@elizabethr.6562]

Do you have a online shop or a place you sell your work? If so I would love to check some out!

[@dsnerv]

Hi Elizabeth. No I don't have an online shop as most of the things I make are just a fun way for me to relax and try and be creative in my free time. If you ever see anything in my videos that you really do like and wanted to buy for yourself you are always welcome to contact me and we might be able to make a deal. :)

[@elizabethr.6562]

Okay, Thank you! I'll keep that in mind!

[@ОлегХ-т9н]

👍😁 Круто)))))

[@андрейшексна]

ты снова крут,чувак

[@dsnerv]

Thanks a lot.

[@sadettn]

wonderfullll :) you should use bandsaw :)

[@dsnerv]

Thank you Sadettin. Yes a bandsaw would be very useful.

[@jilleneclark3425]

😍😍😍

[@dsnerv]

:)

[@billdiehl156]

That was a great project! Not sure if I would have had the patience to hand-saw that large piece of wood. I probably would have borrowed a chainsaw.

[@dsnerv]

Thank you Bill. I do own a chainsaw but I enjoy showing other weekend woodworkers like myself what you are able to do with minimal tools as I think it makes my videos more relatable.

[@stevenlarratt3638]

Using a router... can just use a drill bit for the back section...

[@JethroBoDean]

How long did it take to saw two cuts get some !! LOL great job Love it

[@Lilith83-83]

Meeeeeeehhhhh!!! if is he a human, what am ı? I feel just untalented, and ı haven't imagination🙄 my father is a amateur painter, but ı am just a girl😬 ı love it, really

[@dsnerv]

Hahaha thanks Inci Imagination goes hand in hand with inspiration. If you see something you like and you have the tools to try and make it for yourself then give it your best shot and you will be surprised with what you can come up with. Beyond that the more things you make the more talented you will become. :)

[@QusaiNsour]

nice

[@dsnerv]

Thank you

[@emersonreboucas8469]

Quero ir aí, conhecer suas técnicas

[@dsnerv]

Happy that you enjoyed the video. :)

[@andywill12345]

What kind of wood?

[@dsnerv]

Hey Andrew. Wish I could give you an answer for that but sadly I cant remember what I was told the wood was. Lets hope that someone else in the comments can identify it from the bark as its been frustrating me a lot not being able to remember.

[@acme663ryo]

Subbed just for wicked handsaw determination. If you ever make it to Montana hit me up I have got a vintage Disston and a slab of your choice waiting for you. No hand sawing required.

[@dsnerv]

Hey NelsonStudios. Wow that is an extremely generous and tempting offer. I have no plans on going to Montana any time soon but if I ever do I will make sure to take you up on that offer. I have found myself using hand saws quite a lot in my more recent videos as I like the idea of showing people that you don't always need power tools to get the job done. I see far to many people on youtube with expensive workshops and I just feel that it makes little projects like these seem unattainable to the average viewer. Yes it takes a lot more time and a few blisters on your hands but the end results just seem to be so much more satisfying when you know what extra effort you have put into them. Once again thank you so much for the kind offers. DSNERV

[@muratsonmez3508]

What's with this spray?

[@dsnerv]

Hello murat. The spray is a simple polyurethane varnish.

[@elvinmansurov744]

What is this tree?

[@dsnerv]

Hey Elvin The burl wood came from a cherry tree. Hope that helps.

[@elvinmansurov744]

dsnerv thank you very much

[@skylerparker4529]

I must say that “pepe amazing plan” (Google it) is a great woodworking book. Both novice and some experienced wood worker can gain a lot of general details out of this reading material. Amazingly, this book has been my partner whenever I want to look up woods at areas along with other topics such as restoring as well as salvaging spots.

[@muchtarmirsoev5681]

Are you selling?😉

[@dsnerv]

No I am not selling this one. I need it for my workshop so that I don't keep on loosing track of time in there.

[@elvinmansurov744]

At the end of the work that you are doing is polished to a tree

[@m1as3900]

nice one mate!!! nice one indeed. Do yourself a favour please and start wearing some knee pads mate!! Mine are knackered and I am only 39...

[@dsnerv]

Thanks m1as3900 Slowly creeping up on 39 myself (only 7 years to go) Guess you are right and I should start thinking about taking better care of myself now rather than hurting latter on, cheers

[@hammondmiers3789]

I did it myself with the Stodoys plans. I think this is the best way to find out how to build it.

[@putrawansku9647]

nice

[@dsnerv]

Thank you.