The Client Hated This Slab

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This epoxy table build was one of the most difficult in my career. It took over 18 months and around 150 hours to finally get this delivered to the client. Let me know what you think!
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0:00 Intro
0:58 Unloading problems
1:41 Choosing a layout
3:03 Giving away my planer
4:22 Live-edge slab cleanup
6:12 If you want to build tables yourself
6:50 Big win!... Bigger fail
7:44 Sealing the slab with epoxy
8:53 Epoxy form building
10:20 Epoxy pour
11:02 Trying something new
12:30 Slab flattening and alternatives
14:36 Which wood slab is best?
16:00 Custom steel table base
17:14 Filling imperfections
19:32 Did I paint it???
20:46 The world's best crate. And another mistake
23:24 First job for the forklift (and its a big one)
24:35 Final reveal

[@slicksnewonenow]

Wow... what's to hate? And by the way- that ancient Egyptian PVC pipe was far superior to that junk we have today.

[@BlacktailStudio]

Of all the people mocking my PVC comment, this was the best.

[@slicksnewonenow]

@@BlacktailStudio thank you... I aim to please 😁 Beautiful woodworking, by the way 👍

[@amirulialam8375]

ok

[@lisamarieashby2523]

Ha ha! Egyptians did NOT use pipes of any kind, I don't believe. Did they not use tree trunks?

[@histguy101]

@@lisamarieashby2523 depends on the era. The great Giza pyramid era, they used riverboats and sleds on the sand, and wetted the sand in front of the sled. 1000 years later, they used rollers, wheels, etc, and whatnot.

[@jmains]

Honestly, if they wanted ZERO reddish tones than they shouldn’t have gone with Walnut. Table looks incredible!

[@rockbandgamer]

Right? What a pain in the ass thing to request. You don't truley know what your wood is gonna look like until the finish is on and its in your home. He should have let them pick the slab and then quit worrying about it.

[@NickyNicest]

Ya not a fan of the end finish but hey I’m not the one buying it. Still looked great but all natural would’ve looked best imo.

[@nathaniellucas6693]

Nah there is black walnut that looks incredible and has almost zero red in it. Just was not availability probably at goby

[@rockbandgamer]

@@nathaniellucas6693 What the customer would be looking for is steamed walnut. I have steamed walnut that is dark chocolate with no sign of red.

[@charlesthomas9294]

I had a client request an Ash and Rosewood end-grain table that looked amazing... and then they wanted me to finish it with Rubio Monocoat Silver. Ugh. We finally came to a compromise we both could live with.

[@forwardlogic]

Response to your question about 21 minutes in the video. The safety feature of the saw blade stop works off of a voltage differential between the trigger mechanism and a conductive media like a finger. Styrofoam sheets being cut with a rotary blade would be like rubbing a balloon against a flannel shirt. The Styrofoam creates a static charge greater than the blade safety mechanism can handle. A volt differential tripped the circuit.

[@Weetbix1969]

i noticed this also and his finger touches the deck of the table at the instant it is triggered so i think he discharged himself as he was building up a static charge from the foam as you said

[@allanmerovitz871]

Thanks for the scientific explanation

[@DerickMasai]

Thanks for taking the time to share this Lynn!

[@andrewmicone99]

There's also a relationship in electrical conductivity in foam as it undergoes a phase change due to heat from friction. This can be unpredictable in modern foam products. Not sure if lowering the speed of the saw blade is an option.

[@rstephe]

Some great responses to this. I was thinking of the static as well. Does anyone thing a wrist worn grounding strap would have helped?

[@helenmears6178]

I lost my lovely mum 4 days ago. I'm a 65 yr old woman who has zero intention of ever building anything however I love your content & you're helping me thru a pretty awful time Thank you

[@lukedavidson6260]

sorry for your loss

[@AdamRichter-oq2wh]

Sorry for your loss

[@cathyness2156]

PLEASE ACCEPT . I'VE BEEN WHERE YOU ARE & I GET THROUGH "LOSSES" , BY FOCUSING ON "FUNNY/FUN" TIMES THAT MAKE ME "GiGGLE". MY MOM WAS LIKE MY OLDER SISTER, & SHE RELISHED IN JOKING, NON~ADULT BEHAViOR AT TIMES. : } < MUCH LOVE & LIGHT.

[@devilschild2597]

I'm very sorry for your loss. Losing a mother is one of the hardest parts of life, no matter how old you are.

[@tangomike5149]

sorry to hear this mate. Thoughts with you and your family.

[@johncalvin9703]

I’m one of those people who just like to zone out while watching your videos, very therapeutic, your voice is not monotone, an added joy. Please don’t be swayed to add background music, it would totally destroy this most valued/treasured experience.

[@Paul-eb4jp]

I can't believe I've just spent 25 minutes watching someone make a table, what's more surprising is how interesting it was, great work and fantastic table.

[@BlacktailStudio]

It can sneak up on you

[@eightywight]

Likewise, watching him work is fascinating.

[@nothingsurprisesmeanymore]

I enjoyed the video, great quality workmanship. I just don't like the wood finish on the table, it's just a bit boring for 13k 🤷

[@theelectricmonk3909]

Snap! I didn't even know epoxy tables were a thing, until now. Fascinating video though. If you like woodworking, worth checking out kzbin.info - he makes some fascinating furniture out of old pallets... although the pallet made in this video would probably have him scratching his head! 😂

[@Paul-eb4jp]

@@nothingsurprisesmeanymore Everything in my house doesn't come to 13k, you could even add in my car and it still doesn't.

[@IanYager]

I fall into the category of “People who watch every single of your videos with zero intention of ever building a table.” I love your format, your cadence, your candor and of course, your skill is top tier.

[@richardm6704]

I don't have the space for the tools I do have, and those are just in a small (ish) rolling toolbox. If I get into one of my dream houses in the BC Interior I'll have all the space and projects I could dream of.

[@nilsavran5924]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqDKnH6kh76Gb8k

[@jesuslovesyou2616]

Jesus Christ died for your sins

[@linzmarieschultz9733]

Same

[@treegreen941]

@@jesuslovesyou2616 Thank you for the best laugh of the day!

[@jasonjackson5696]

Loved the video. One suggestion I would give, is to make your work table with the ability to raise the height to help save your back during some of your processes. You could probably have your friend the welder create the table and you can use a pneumatic system. You can also build a winch system like they use for boats to move those massive, heavy slabs from your truck to your work table. Many years ago my dad and I replaced an engine in my car and he built a very simple winch that was attached to wood beam He set on the two walls on each side of the garage. We were then able to move the motor exactly where we wanted it. I was lucky to grow up with a genius engineer for a dad. He knew how to solve pretty much any engineering task.

[@LoriPeace]

We need to get this comment to the top of the list to make sure he sees it -- good suggestions!

[@EnnPeeCee]

Your wood craft is truly art. The errors simply become guides. I also enjoy your narration/humor. New sub here.

[@tonyholmes9024]

Amazing!!!

[@michaelphelan423]

As an older-than-70 woodworker, I commend you for your Rock Paper Scissors contest. It warmed my day to see you caring for the next group of woodworkers

[@queenbee3647]

I love the frivolous method for picking the lucky person! So much fun. 😁 We need more moments of pure joy in our lives. And your work is awesome!

[@nilsavran5924]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqDKnH6kh76Gb8k

[@JSCRocketScientist]

And also the fact that, because he got his new one for free, he passed that free-ness on to another woodworker. We have 6 children and I never thought I could afford a floor loom for weaving. A weaving friend GAVE one to me. When it comes time to relinquish it, it will go to another person (for free) who otherwise could never afford one. That way we pass on the joy of our craft.

[@michaelphelan423]

@@JSCRocketScientist Your wisdom is profound. By taking the attitude of freely received; freely given, the feelings that we have in our hearts cannot be purchased for any amount of money, yet are priceless. BTW, you have me by one child ;) God blessings on you

[@JSCRocketScientist]

@@michaelphelan423 Thank you! Blessings on your family too. It’s fascinating to me that the original purpose of a craft guild was to keep secret the techniques in order to protect jobs. Now our weaving guild’s purpose is to SPREAD knowledge of our craft. Which is what is being done here. It delights me.

[@Ally-Oop]

If I had the money, the space, and a family or business large enough to justify such a table then I’d buy that in a heartbeat. It’s beautiful.

[@AntimatePcCustom]

13500$ before shipment. I could buy 9 cars similar to my own for that price 😅 sadly a big pass. But yes. It is beautiful 😍

[@user-nh3gu1ge3d]

@@AntimatePcCustom You have to be able to afford it to pass on it. Like saying "I'll pass on dating Scarlett Johansson"; honey, it wasn't an option for you 😆

[@user-nh3gu1ge3d]

@@krontexpit No thanks.

[@crystalparker9117]

@@user-nh3gu1ge3d best response 😂

[@Jarandjar]

@@user-nh3gu1ge3d That's definitely a new point of view

[@pamelastewart1334]

I believe that working with the wood by your own hands is way more rewarding and is also good for mental health. It’s relaxing (and not) in some ways. Keep up the great personal touch you give your clients. The machine made is what everyone else has and not as good. Love your work, keep it up for all those that want one and the ones who want to learn. ❤❤❤

[@cre8ivebob]

Your craftsmanship is uncompromisingly displayed in ever single aspect in the creation of this work of art, and that is why it is PERFECT...especially the configuration of the legs that add a razor sharp looking exclamation point.

[@matthewhecht6580]

The “everything is a pain” advice you give in the content is priceless. Such a fantastic outlook. Thank you for putting out the content. Watching you channel is one of my favorite breaks from my day. Keep up the great art.

[@blucheer8743]

That’s so true… it comes with the job!

[@lorimand889]

You made this all look a LOT easier than it truly is. My husband is a woodworker and I see what he goes thru. Beautiful table, we'd be honored to be the owners of a piece of artwork like that.

[@jordanquattro7856]

Artwork? It’s natural, he did nothing special

[@alanpugh5818]

Jordan quattro if he did nothing let's see your work I'm a woodworker and there is more then meets thee eye so save your shaming comment

[@anthonygosselin7962]

@@jordanquattro7856 dude propably work minimum wage and don't own a single tool

[@fabrizio3672]

@@jordanquattro7856 is right. Tables grow on trees.

[@jordanquattro7856]

@@fabrizio3672 😂 I’m not taking anyones shit anymore. Do not be fooled. Tables Grow on Trees.

[@jeroenvanv8333]

This looks awesome! Just came across this video today and I loved it! Being able to see the (almost) whole process off the build is very nice. I’m a woodworking beginner and I learn a lot from videos like this. Thanks! I hope your client was happy also. Loved the darker color by the way, makes it chique (for lack of a better word)

[@michaelmartin3026]

Shocking to me how much of this work you do all by yourself. My back starts hurting just watching you 😂 beautiful work outstanding video💪🏼

[@karenhouser4123]

I happened across this and enjoyed watching you create a gorgeous table! I'm a 72 yr old grandma and it was very interesting. Well done!

[@callmejackaroo4723]

Even a real, live Karen can submit a friendly comment without a suggestion. What's wrong with these people!? Good job good Karen 🙂

[@jking0.o121]

I also stumbled upon his wonderful video by happy accident. Was a true joy to watch.

[@Loleeone]

71 yo grandma here! 😉

[@jesseehargis]

@@RevAim im 111

[@bluecurlygirl]

"I was literally addressing you specifically". That's them told. Such a fabulous table and that base is just something else. Breathtaking. Well done to it's maker too.

[@CSpottsGaming]

That comment is absolute gold.

[@H2HB2B]

Absolutely amazing! You sir are definitely not a woodworker! You are an artist! If I had the money the customer had to buy that table, I would definitely buy one from you! But since I will most likely never have that kind of cash, watching you make these dream tables will have to suffice. Excellent work!

[@williambabbitt7602]

I watch programs like yours and refinishing programs, because I do not have the physical capability do it myself. I enjoy the artistry, the artwork and the challenge of it. When I was working I taught, and now I write. Thank you for a wonderful video.

[@Bluesidian]

Doing the Hand made bowtie, and fixing every little imperfection " thanks Mrs,Wife" is what gets you the Highend price. Never let go on quality work.

[@AndyL1964]

Safety tip (yay): When loading a long crate onto the back of a truck, get as close as possible before raising the forks. That way, if it does start to tip, the truck will take some of the weight and help get the balance back. I used to do this all the time with 1.5 tons of aluminium ingots. Nice work as always BTW

[@Roikat]

I’ve used a fork lift to move around coils of wire of similar weight (all metal other than the insulation), and it is definitely a little nerve wracking! I get a bit anxious even watching someone do this in a video.

[@marcomoreno6748]

@Jesus has given you all. Repent or die. stop sending death threats to people

[@Roikat]

​@Jesus has given you all. Repent or die. Jesus blessed ALL my fork truck driving with safety. I was a choir boy and an altar boy. I don’t get people like you who think the rest of us haven’t heard of Jesus or had him bless our fork truck driving! May Yahweh bless you with safe fork truck driving as well!

[@C_S_funhouse]

Was about to say this. I work as a Lumber Department supervisor of a home improvement store and, can't stress this enough, when working with a forklift, always wait until the very last minute to raise the forks :) Good idea passing this tip along to someone who might not know what we know. I regularly lift 3000 lbs bunks of plywood and dimensional lumber daily!

[@haraldgundersen7303]

As I understand, the J guy's father was a carpenter? Doubt he had a forklift though...

[@katie6615]

Absolutely stunning piece of work. I’ve been bingeing your videos the last couple days while I cook and do chores. Thanks for the great content for us creatives out here with very few outlets available!

[@dwightmcintosh8511]

Better! Your videos are mesmerizing on several levels, first is your obvious passion, second is the stunning art you create, and not least by any means is your superbly crafted dialogue and tone. I found this older video that I somehow missed before and it shows that the outstanding quality of your videos remains superb.

[@c0ffeec4ke61]

I have no woodworking skills or knowledge, nor do I have any interest in learning about it - but I watched this whole video, totally hooked and enjoyed every minute of it. You're seriously talented at both your craft and making YT videos my man!

[@240LTS]

... Agree 100% !!!! .

[@trishwicks3590]

I want to 2nd. COFFEECAKE’s feelings and thank You for a very enlightening and beautiful video!

[@dolarich]

same, I don´t even know how I fell upon this

[@starrichardt4207]

Agree

[@JMountainPlace]

@@dolarich Fell upon - perfect description. And the table! Wow...

[@cocothebastard8464]

The darker table is to die for, stunning. Beautiful work. Love the base too.

[@GardenGuy1943]

A wood slab is not worth death of human life, you fool

[@catstreat9434]

@@GardenGuy1943 I bet you're fun at parties.

[@anentiresleeveoforeos2087]

@@GardenGuy1943 Depends on how nice of a slab it is to be honest

[@cocothebastard8464]

🤭

[@robertdunn471]

What you isn't woodworking. It's creating a work of art from wood. You show people the colors and grains of different woods they ordinarily never see. Before KZbin videos, especially yours, I would have never guessed pieces of wood with holes or live edges could be so beautiful; with epoxy and colors and a lot of work. I can't imagine how many live edge slabs made it to the burn pile at my grandpa's sawmill. They are both long gone but it was a lot of fun as a kid.

[@Ami09]

When I’m at work sitting at the desk doing some paperwork or something I always play these videos in the background. Kinda of calming and peaceful. Thank you for your content!

[@heathergeier3795]

That has to be one of the most beautiful tables I have seen. The work you put into making it shows that you have a real passion for what you do. I will be watching more of your videos. The people you built that table for clearly didn’t see what all your viewers saw.

[@davewallace5008]

Yer, real passion for sure. Oh, that and the fortunes he makes from those over-priced bits of wood.

[@amsterdamoriginalsaustralia]

@@davewallace5008 18months of work is where all the cost is

[@tomevers6670]

People are dumb to pay for something they could easily do themselves if they weren’t dumb

[@davewallace5008]

@@amsterdamoriginalsaustralia You wouldn't do it if there was no profit in it and a substantial one at that - greed is an ugly thing.

[@danielstark8258]

@@davewallace5008 do you have a job?

[@dirkaminimo4836]

I really appreciate that you included the price of the table. This helps in so many ways and most you tubers don't! Thank you.

[@jesuslovesyou2616]

Jesus Christ died for your sins

[@PadaV4]

@@jesuslovesyou2616 Well sucks for him.

[@MrGuideElk]

What was the price?

[@jacepolito326]

@@MrGuideElk He said $13,500 18:00

[@dirkaminimo4836]

@@MrGuideElk $12k

[@BridgitAllie]

Nor better nor worst! BOTH WHERE AMAZING! This channel is my current fav, I watch in my lunch even breakfast for an easy-going waking up process and about to get to sleep, it does relaxes me. I love seing projects made with resins. I wold LOVE to learn minor things like mugs, coaster and stuff like that. Thanks for the videos ❤

[@dgarnush]

Styrofoam is electrostatic material. If you pull it over your hair it’ll stand it on its ends. So, that little bit of friction created electromagnetic field which caused the sensor to go off on your saw.

[@violet2048]

My father-in-law was a Machine shop teacher, and he told me that one time when he was showing me how to pour the foam in different molds he was making. I can't believe I remembered that 55 years later. He was an excellent teacher. R.I.P

[@jasonempson9727]

Yeah, don't cut foam in a SawStop. Use a reg table saw. Example- when you ate cutting foam it will shock you in the same way as rubbing socks on carpet and touching someone.

[@Arfonfree]

The county road commission took out a couple of walnuts 3 years ago. I said "No thanks," when they offered to haul the wood away for free and I had a guy with a portable mill come in and slab them for me. The wood has been drying for 3 years and the hygrometer says it's ready to use. This is one of the things I want to do with some of the wood. I've got to go find that step-by-step video of yours. Thanks.

[@kittykitties4220]

It takes 3 years to dry?!

[@catstreat9434]

@@kittykitties4220 Think of it more as seasoning. It takes a long time for the moisture deep inside the wood to evaporate. Moisture is always the enemy of woodworking-- you get rot, loss of adhesion, warping, etc. You need the wood to be the perfect moisture level before you put all that effort into it.

[@Arfonfree]

@@kittykitties4220 Drying time is (roughly) proportional to slab thickness, as well as environmental conditions. Where I am, it's about 1 year/inch. The next time you boggle at the price of quality hard wood, think about how long the producer has invested in it.

[@gbfht]

I’m one of those subscribers who watches because you are entertaining. Yes, I would love to know how to do this. No, I’m never going to do it. I always find it entertaining to watch someone doing something they love to do…whatever it is. The fact that you are making something beautiful that is truly art is a bonus.

[@user-hp4ep5jh5v]

First video I watched from you. I wanted to learn about epoxy and I'm happy I did. Thank you for explaining everything in detail. Amazing beautiful work!

[@Bunefoo401]

OMYGOSH, that table was stunning. I love the look of the “live edge” with the smaller piece squared up with the epoxy … I am not a wood worker … I do not watch videos like this to fall asleep … I genuinely love watching woodworkers create what I think is art. ❤️❤️❤️

[@krilov5igor4f]

Very grateful for the views! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWiqdHd_eJlqn5Y

[@mylord4321]

It's very rewarding work

[@ginabrunetti2909]

First time I have watched your show. My father was a carpenter but back in the day girls couldn’t even take shop classes. The boys were going to sites and actually learning to build houses. It really frustrated me. Watching this really made me want to embrace my inner woodworker. So I am!!!! I really enjoyed it!

[@joshuawilliams194]

Thats Bad Ass! Get on it Gina!!!

[@BrookeWrightisMadamMagnolia]

So very true! I remember running through the door when I was in 9th grade with my schedule for the year. “Dad!, Dad!” “I got it!” He replied “What did you get ?” “I shop class!!” “Whoop Whoop 🙌 “. He replied “Good for you “, “I know you’ll teach the teacher to never cut corners and how your work reflects you !”🤭. I was only one of a few girls in his class and remember him telling my dad that he could see the sparkle in my eyes each time I came to class 🤩! Still love wood working today

[@francie5161]

I felt exactly the same! I wanted to make something with wood and instead was forced to learn how to make oatmeal and tomato soup 🤢

[@fiatmihi208]

Oh my gosh yes I wanted to go to carpentry school when I was in high school and my dad would not let me because there was only one in the city and they were all boys so I never got to go luckily I found I love power tools

[@reggiejenkins6458]

Girls just should not go into construction as a full time job. They legitimately end up looking like dudes. I have 3 daughters, there’s no way in hell I’m letting them get into the trades. It’s smartest for women to just focus on being sweet and hot and wifely so they can find the best possible man to support them.

[@melissagonzalez1063]

I don't know how I became side tracked by this video, but I'm glad I did. I couldn't stop watching it. It was so interesting to see all the steps and hard work put into such a beautiful table. Your attention to detail is amazing, and I love that your wife helps you. You should really be proud of your fine work. I admire your skills.

[@marieclaire3921]

Same for me, Melissa. I know someone from Houston that has a table like this, and I guess that's what drew me in. Couldn't stop watching. Not a woodworker, or particularly handy, but I really enjoyed this video.

[@kimschmidgall1622]

Loved both colors! My husband and I have done a lot of remodeling in our home. One room at a time = no loans! Paid in full with cash on hand as we could afford each room. Thirty years of construction is enough! Almost done and I’m ready to move to a finished house, sit back and enjoy it❤❤❤!

[@Stolpskott100]

Regarding the CNC question, I always use the father of a dear friend of mine, Kazuyoshi Ichiro, as my yardstick. He was a metalworker in Susono, Japan. His family had been blacksmiths and metalworkers for generations, and as proper Japanese artisans they respectfully prioritized tradition and traditional practices. However, they also used modern tools. Their attitude was that trucks and cars are more effective than carts drawn by horses or donkeys, and understanding the "why" of a tradition is at least as important as the "what" or "how". The traditional approach was to produce the best result possible with the materials, tools and techniques available, and while that led to the development of masterful skills that almost became art forms, the reason was often because of limitations in the available materials, tools or techniques. As a result, when he worked with the metal, instead of using a set of hammers and an anvil as his grandfather had done, he used a hydraulic press designed for blacksmithing. His philosphy was that the craftsman should put in 100% effort and focus to produce the best result they possibly can, using the best tools they have available. So using a CNC machine to help would be absolutely no problem, as long as the craftsman is still focussed on producing the best piece they possibly can :-)

[@markowalhout]

Very well put! And make no mistake: getting CNC to actually produce the same quality as artisan work is a an art in itself!! The true advantage of CNC is not the ease of use: its the ability to reproduce without further effort. If you are making one-off shapes, an skilled worker with the right tools may well be able to put out the work quicker and more beautiful

[@DodgyBrothersEngineering]

The people that say using a CNC is cheating, or there is no skill involved clearly don't own, or know how to operate a CNC. Just like a hammer and chisel you need to know how to use the CNC correctly to achieve first class results. I built my own large CNC and I would say that is the easy bit. All the associated CAD / CAM programs and how to get the best possible result is an art in itself. While it CAN produce a better result, it isn't automatically guaranteed, you will need to master that tool the same as you do the hammer and chisel.

[@pf2135]

I'm not a woodworker, but I have been around machines and programs for years. IMHO you should know that you like programming before you invest very much. Look for simulators online or learn coding from someone who has one. If you hate it then keep doing what you're doing.

[@DodgyBrothersEngineering]

@@pf2135 yeah that is some pretty sound advice. You will quickly know if it is for you after the first 1,000 hours of using the software...

[@histguy101]

All my aunts and uncles on my mom's side were/are farmers in NW Wisconsin, and they do business with local Amish all the time, including having them make dining tables. These Amish use no power tools at all, and deliver all furniture with x2 horsepower buggies. They have no problem with you driving your pickup truck into their driveway, though, if you need to pick something up. They have very nice looking houses with no electricity or indoor plumbing. My mom didn't want to marry a farmer, so she moved to the "big city" before I was born and never moved back. They call me city slicker when I visit.

[@junewilliams2337]

I think they both look great!! I also agree if they didn’t want any reddish tones they should not have picked walnut. You did a fantabulous job on both.

[@aggrocd1985]

He made 2 tables? Did I miss something?

[@larrymyers6749]

Mebbe they wanted "Brazilian Walnut" !

[@lilymcalister1825]

agreed!! Gorgeous!!!

[@1950Bonanza]

Great job, I do some woodwork on gun stocks, and a reddish hue is traditional on the finest English doubles and vintage Winchester high grade guns. These are all walnut stocks as well. There is a blend from a manufacture who has perfectly replicated this, from a 125 years ago. Be glad to pass this on, as it would be fantastic color on a large table. Great Vid.

[@pizzamann95]

I've been watching your videos for a while now. I love the pieces that you create. I'm not a wood worker, nor do I have aspirations to become one, I just like the process of how it goes from raw material to finished product. Anyway, keep on making awesome projects and content.

[@royclarke86]

The hand cut bow ties are one of my favourite thing's you do and definitely make me think "I could do that" keep making amazing table thankyou

[@servraghgiorsal7382]

I love the natural color of walnut. Once I worked for a wealthy dr. His wife scored a magnificent walnut armoire,bed, and 2 dressers. Said she sent it to be refinished. When I saw it, it was heavy cream enamel paint with Brown spatters on them all. She gushed," Isn't it ❤️❤️. ". I BROKE DOWN in tears. She couldn't understand why, called it" that ugly wood!! I still 20 years later, think it was a crime!!

[@vaughanlloydjones3884]

She was rich. You are wealthy. Good man.

[@esterhudson5104]

😆👍👍

[@angrycamping]

Brilliant comment, tragic story. "That ugly wood" - makes you wonder what's floating around in some people's heads.😵‍💫

[@Lexi_Con]

Ew! That sounds hideous.😳 Why didn't she just buy plastic furniture if that's the look she was going for? Such a crime to hide the natural beauty of the color & wood grain.

[@Chrissy_Mad-Scots-Wench]

Wow 😲 Honestly don't understand how your Client hated that, your workmanship is absolutely breathtaking as are all the colours, even the red!! Mother Nature at her best. Awesome job!

[@sharpfocus5]

The final color - as shipped - is superb.

[@peterbigblock]

I vote for continuing to do bow-ties by hand. It’s time consuming, but it’s also cool that they look so perfect and are done by hand.

[@dannymaiorani519]

They'd be MORE perfect with a CNC, you can cut to withing .0001 inch np with a CNC

[@viperstarpoint9]

@@dannymaiorani519 As a CNC machinist my self? Not with those aluminum extrusion table routers. Not even Tormach can do that and maintain a .001 repeatability tolerance. Some HAAS budget machines are just as bad. That said if you have seen a CNC do a job once you have seen it do it 10,000 times. Hand made products should stay as hand made as the person making them wants them to be.

[@mattranger9509]

@@viperstarpoint9 as the viewer, I’d take 60 seconds of video showing the bow ties handmade over 20 seconds of video showing CNC process any day. Not time wasted, but value added!

[@viperstarpoint9]

@@mattranger9509Exactly. I would much rather see 60 seconds of handcrafting than 10 seconds of automation.

[@dannymaiorani519]

@@viperstarpoint9 yeah I wasn't really suggesting that I was suggesting like a mill. When I had my German auto shop I bought a tree 310 from Berkeley University that they thought didn't work and I got it running and I used that. The rest of it is still hand built I've seen those bow ties sort of loosen up over time I don't know if his do. So the mill could be an improvement possibly in that regard.

[@lrow5416]

Somehow this video just dropped into my feed so I watched it and all I can say is...you are a fastidious craftsman and your work is amazing! I’ve never seen a slab table made from start to finish, but it’s just incredible to know what goes into it! That was a gorgeous piece and I hope the client knows what it took to create that stunning work of art!

[@trishengard8388]

Same happened to me and enjoyed every minute!!! Gorgeous 🤩🤩🤩

[@jogriffiths-eyton282]

A fascinating 25 minutes that covers thousands. Having seen the start it would be wonderful, and complete the circle, to see it installed. Thank you for sharing your skills and time making the video.

[@drtb69]

Same here!!

[@nono86753]

Same

[@heidimcochran1783]

That custom table came out absolutely gorgeous! I'm not a wood maker but totally love watching. Glad I fell upon your channel. Much respect!

[@LoriPeace]

Same!

[@DJ-Art-Morris]

Wood, honestly can’t say i understand why people complain about your voiceovers, they are either very informative or world class sarcasm/dry humor. Never a dull moment. 😝

[@johnalecsscalemodeling]

That's me, LOL. Not in the wood space at all, just enjoy watching you make these and the amazing info/process narration. Bowties by hand! The table turned out amazing. Cheers!

[@The4gotNdeath]

Also just a guy whose not in the wood space. I really wish my highschool offered wood-shop as a class because I love watching woodtubers like you and kinda wish I had a woodworking hobby

[@johncarlson6472]

As a Gemologist/Jeweler, I can appreciate how time-condensed these types of videos are. On that note, most people who enjoy viewing these videos have no idea just how long the process actually is. I remember a customer ordering a custom ring from me and wanting it overnight. She just couldn't understand there were other projects ahead of hers and that the process itself takes a long time. I had to keep myself from laughing when she said, "don't you just pour the gold into a machine and the ring comes out?"

[@zonagreig3397]

That is HILARIOUS! As a crafter that sells handmade product using pyrography, I feel this. I had people ask me why my product was so expensive, and I had to explain to them how long it depends to actually work each piece. Of course they don't understand the art (ex: hardness of the wood determines how easy the burn will be, etc) but it's a "if you know you know" moment. I finally added video to some of my more expensive/popular pieces, so people could see. 😆

[@celloafterdark4173]

😅

[@CTCRZ]

I was a custom car builder for several years. A local Jeweler and I used to trade services. The most awesome part of it was learning the intricacies of each other's trade.

[@johncarlson6472]

@@CTCRZ I admire your craft. I'm sure you'll agree, when you've put a lot of time, effort and skill in executing something like a custom car or custom ring, there's nothing like the dual satisfaction of having done what you've done, but also, the unabashed pleasure the client experiences when they take possession of it.

[@joanies6778]

I just love learning new things and how things are made, whether or not I'll ever do it myself or have it made for me. These live edge tables are gorgeous and the one you produced here is stunning.

[@miriamking966]

Better. Hollywood puts the bloopers at the end. You are so funny. So real. Say it exactly how it happens, no cuts. You have a great sense of humour. So talented. You create art.

[@patriciatewhetu6808]

It's absolutely beautiful, for somone that didn't want a red tinge in their table this is perfect for the client.😍👏

[@carolfuchs2774]

I am one of those "just watching cuz". I quilt and build things and refinish/repurpose furniture. I'm 72 and retired but not tired. In my next life I hope to have a shop like yours and express my artistic side like you do. Thanks for the entertainment and beautiful creations.

[@lauralouie8060]

If I could afford a table like that I would so order one. I love the grain and the color. When he put that black on there I was like "whoa, I don't know about this". But it turned out so gorgeous! Watching this video just goes to show that there's a tremendous amount of work that goes into constructing hand made products like this. I would love to have a handmade table but I would have a live edge on it if possible. I have wood throughout my house and love the warmth that it brings to a home. The people that bought this table will hopefully watch this video so they know how much care and love went into the table they bought. Just beautiful!!!!

[@Jc-vn6hq]

Professional epoxy installer here with over a decade experience. Those small pits that you carved out then re-filled can be completely avoided. Epoxy airates as it cures often causing bubbles (fisheyes) that pop and sink or stay above the surface. An easy and cheap method to prevent that is to use a heat gun at a moderate distance to pop them during the curing process (when it becomes tacky). I have a ton of epoxy tips for you if youre interested. Whether youre using 100 solids, polyeurethane or polyurea.

[@williamwelling2210]

man i love wood, just imagine nobody would ever had seen THAT particular slice, that grain pattern, hidden for decades, better than discovering a gemstone, and now revealed for people to admire like a famous painting. Bravo

[@mavjerm]

Very bittersweet.

[@temptor7585]

"Everything we do is a pain"- absolutely love this. I dont do woodworking or anything, but i like seeing how you guys do this stuff and the process. I am a 3D artist, and i can see the similarities between 3D art and woodworking. Obviously, two completely different crafts , but still run into problems every project. Every project is a puzzle, and that's a part of the appeal i suppose. Solving small (sometimes large) problems.

[@heatherlee7123]

I do woodworking and I can't see any similarities. No hate but I feel like tablet "painting" and 3d printing has destroyed the craftsmanship and art of actually creating something with your hands. I can't imagine it feels nearly as satisfying when finished. Maybe I'm wrong, don't mind if there's some schooling you can take me to to change my mind?

[@ned8896]

@@heatherlee7123 There are definitely similarities to these two crafts. Besides op said 3D artist, not 3D printing, which is very different. I can say both have the same amount of satisfaction when the job is finished. It really depends on the time spent on it and what you feel about your finished work yourself. Not trying to be condescending or anything, just speaking my mind from my experience!

[@jellyg.8961]

@@heatherlee7123 3D art is very different from 3D printing.

[@treebles]

i am an e.r. nurse, i think i could apply this motto a lot in my in my daily (well technically nightly) life too!

[@iamnothere6513]

You made a lot of judgement calls along the way that turned into a terrific finished table! Thanks!

[@suzannehousden1779]

God bless you dear! I am a zoner and so enjoy your videos! Please don't stop for all us zoners out there you are a Godsend to watch to bring such beauty from His and your creation😊😊😊😊

[@dizzysinclaire6795]

That round slab at the beginning of the video is INSANE I can't wait to see what you do with it 😍

[@allaboutperspective650]

Yeah I loved that slab too.

[@MerikRelian]

that slab is amazing, it has so much character. can't wait to see what it becomes

[@richardford3316]

Won’t that make one heck of a pretty table. Shoot, that’s something your kids and grandkids and their kids would fight to get!

[@arinfuXD]

“Yeah, everything I do is a pain.” I’m going to remember this for my whole life.

[@6691Jovian]

Love the name, Odd but True....lol

[@HelenC6102]

Absolutely stunning! Love the deeper colour - prefer this to the red. But then my preference is toward an overall darker look, as I feel it defines the wood grain beautifully.

[@krazmokramer]

Absolutely gorgeous slab of walnut. The table looks great too! But the very best part of this entire video was your reply to the "fan of the week"!!!! I'm not a wood worker. But I like watching someone else create this beautiful furniture. Thanks for this entertaining video!

[@stevenfulton2968]

I enjoyed this video. It reminded me why i like to make my own furniture like shelving and tv stands. I personally prefer just clear coat but i usually work with pine, plywood is easy on my pocket, and the yellow/oranges really help brighten up my mostly dark rooms. So the brighter table is more pleasing to me.

[@Worsdier]

21:42 The polystyrene board probably generated static electricity when being cut and that might have triggered the safety stop.

[@josh123lakin123]

Agreed, the combination of the metal backing and the static is at fault here. I'm not sure if you can bypass the sensor for use with foam... but it's an idea

[@refactorear]

@@josh123lakin123 The protection can be turned off with a special key every Saw Stop owner got, it's usually what you need to do in order to cut wet wood for example. I also agree with the static electricity statement.

[@infinityvideoprod]

Your finger touched the saw table top which connected you to the blade through the foil which was also touching the table top.

[@chippychippy8291]

@@josh123lakin123 it is possible on a sawstop to bypass the sensor, just thought!

[@Sarklord]

The underside of the foam has a metalic foil on it, that triggered the sawstop.

[@modelsandminis]

I have to admit, I love bark removal... being able to clean something up, and remove large chunks without having to be too careful... love it.

[@MrHobby0]

I'm the same way. I enjoy the cleaning process to a point, but when it gets to the small holes and such sometimes I get lazy and just go down a little and don't get the entire spot cleaned out.

[@jimi4454]

me too

[@joecentrone7053]

I love watching your videos. I'm the worst at anything and don't have a clue about what you're making. But I totally enjoy watching your videos because I learn things and it relaxes me. It amazes me that you can see what you're going to make before you start 😊. Thanks for sharing, goodbye for now.

[@itdogodownbruh6094]

both of my parents were engineering teachers, they would bring me around their workshop when i was young to find babysitters, i used to watch my dads cnc machine for hours. its really satisfying and works super well

[@fobbitoperator3620]

The table & leg fusion is...perfect. My God man, you are not only talented, you're a full-on artist in the highest degree. That table is optimistic jazz rhythms & beats, in corporeal form!

[@doc.cris9286]

I’m a firm believer that there is always room to improve on anything in life, but this channel is perfect. The voiceover is awesome, work is incredible. I love this channel.

[@mushudragonusa2014]

He has the perfect blend of dry humor and sarcasm!

[@ChipsNeeson]

@@mushudragonusa2014 and he speaks at a normal volume, no yelling or silly inflections in his voice.

[@conniewojahn6445]

I am absolutely impressed, hands down the best channel of this topic.

[@dannygentry1192]

BETTER!!! Didn’t see any worse in that entire video. Thank you for the tips and that is an amazing finished product. Beautiful. 😊

[@zakkeith1508]

The foam probably picked up enough static that a slight increase in speed, while you pushed it through the blade, released that static and set off the stop

[@herrpauk]

I wonder if that thin film of aluminium or whatever it is, "helped".

[@failforcesquad]

Absolutly caused by alu foil

[@11THEFEZMAN11]

You took the thought right out of my head

[@mikeeburton]

If there is ever any question about conductivity I always use the bypass key/function. It eliminates the safety of the SawStop but won’t trigger the stop mechanism.

[@ChainringTours]

I was going to leave this as my guess, static build up and it sensed the change when the positive build up on the foam grounded.

[@advforops]

Your work is first class. If your customers knew more about wood and stain effects it would be better. Sending the examples as you did shows your attention to customer satisfaction. All the things you did for this project tells me you deserve top dollar for your product!

[@johngrossmann7456]

JohnWFA, I am not very much a woodworker, but your videos are compelling. Besides displaying the process and your techinical / craft skills, I really appreciate your voice over. Lots of information, a bit of fun, and you are so easy on my ears. Thanks very much. Outstanding table!

[@yunginspirit3162]

"Everything you do is a pain!" Thanks Blacktail Studio...I love that philosophy (22.40) and I'm going to pinch it from you, if you don't mind. (; Great work, I love the giant, amazing table.

[@skeltonjuanita6515]

Okay…I am absolutely loving both pieces…omg…I wish I was not 73 and had lots of money because I would love to be able to work with wood like you do. Since I know zero about all of what you do, I am just in total awe. If you could do better,I wouldn’t know. Hard, gorgeous work that produces something that stunning is just amazing…thank you for sharing such a craft and skill.

[@grrwuff4099]

Tip: In order to eliminate bubbles / imperfections after filling the epoxy, try vibrating the whole frame. Could be an impact drill on a piece of timber, or maybe a Food Processor / blender fixed to a board on top of the table for ½ hour 👍

[@AdamWolphe]

I wonder if anyone has repurposed a bass transducer for this very job.

[@mihirgarg5795]

You do this for cake batter too, when you put the batter in the cooking pan, you bring it up about an inch and drop it. Works great, and you can always see the bubbles coming out.

[@NickCharabaruk]

Vacuum chambers work great for this, though it might be a little hard to find one big enough for that table :P

[@zebraloverbridget]

He could use one of those new massage guns that are everywhere now and can be gotten for cheap. He would likely need to go around the edges of the table with it though to make sure every area gets vibrated

[@BruceW.-hs9qq]

I love your videos and your work, in addition, your humble attitude is very refreshing. You are a woodworking epoxy master take your props!

[@pattyandersen5516]

I love the old school ways you do things. This table is so beautiful!

[@donaldogara1289]

Better or worse, If the client loves, that’s all that really matters. I’m a fan of the reddish hues myself. Seeing your pros & cons with CNC vs hand cut bowties would be interesting, the occasional CNC flattening would be good to see as well. All the best Cam.

[@drillslinger]

I am an intermediate woodworker, retired dentist. It took me 6 to 9 months, depending upon how you want to measure it, to accumulate some tools, create changes to my router table, and construct a 8 " by 12 " by 5 " keepsake box. I wasn't surprised when it took me that long, due to the intricacy of this keepsake box. They say don't do your woodworking when you are too tired, or in my case too old and too tired, 76 years old. I can only praise you for your workmanship and expertise, and knowledge. I once took me 7 months to build a kayak/canoe some years ago. I didn't have a woodshop in those days. I had a sinus condition for 7 months because I did all of my woodworking in the downstairs part of the house. I could smell the varnish or epoxy whenever I entered the house in the upstairs front door. You are only to be commended for all your great results.

[@jimw6991]

First I enjoyed this video, although it was a large table the actual steps seem very straightforward. I have watched other guys make epoxy river tables and they use heat to get bubbles out. Didn't see you do that in this, would that have been a benefit? For the creator, I liked the redder stain than the charcoal, seems to celebrate the wood more. Since you were looking to apply finish to a 120 grit flat slab, why not skip flattening slab until after applying epoxy then run the piece thru the giant sander? All the sander marks would be with the grain similar to a belt sander on a floor. If you explained this sorry but please do again.

[@annamuriel2587]

I love that you took ur time to explain everything you do here and you definitely took ur time to get it done my first time seeing this and love ur work thank you for sharing this with me ❤️ I'm from Massachusetts

[@patriciastrassner4883]

I refinish and restore furniture. I love wood. The grain has a soul IMO. I am in awe at the atristry and brilliant uniqueness of each piece. Thank you for you talent and vision. And for sharing your journey. 👍

[@gracieortiz9901]

Accidentally stumbled onto this and I am hooked! This was so informative. I am just starting to play around (safely) in my boyfriends unused woodworking garage, to take my love of “crafting with furniture” to the next level. The table is absolutely STUNNING!

[@peezdoc]

"I was literally addressing you specifically!" Might be the greatest reply ever!!! Thanks for another great video!! Also thanks for making all of this work seem easy. It's the people like you that make a very very difficult thing seem easy that get people like me to try doing it and then me realizing that even with my knowledge and experience it's still a very very hard trade to do! Thanks for making me challenge myself!!

[@ohmakar8453]

Better. I love watching your videos. I appreciate your sense of humor as much as your beautiful craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing the process with us. ❤

[@Michael-ly7vt]

I am so impressed with your craftsmanship. Such a beautiful piece. Now I have to have one!. Lol. Thank you for sharing

[@commander-tomalak]

Regarding the CNC question: have you ever considered a Shaper Origin? That seems like the obvious solution to work on your large slabs, because you are not confined by the size of any machine bed. Also, they take next to no effort to "program". You load an SVG of the shape you want to cut, which you can create e.g. in Inkscape. You may have to play with the tolerances a bit to reliably achieve a "fits the first time" experience, and you have to knock out the corners yourself still. But it may speed up your process significantly.

[@seanrodgers7327]

nice try shaper origin

[@wgm-en2gx]

That was my first thought especially for what he is doing with the bowties. It's not cheap but for someone doing this high end work, it might save time and therefore money. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn7Kd3miec2HmKM

[@blandmccartha]

I have a Shaper Origin. It is amazing for bowties. Perfect.

[@frantiseksram9741]

Yeah that would actually make sense for the bow ties. But don't worry mate, people hate on it the same way they do on cnc

[@bigphatbugger]

If you round the corners it will save you a step.

[@lindas5964]

Wow, I thought walnut was BROWN and no red. I learned something today! Also please continue the bow ties by hand. Nothing is done by hand anymore and it’s a pleasure to watch! 😉

[@user-pv2db3ju7o]

I have watched a lot of you tube videos. I find myself coming back repeatedly to your sight. That’s why I subscribed to your sight. In fact yours is the only you tube channel I have ever subscribed too.

[@janewoods1776]

What you do is amazing! This table is absolutely stunning dropdead gorgeous. Kudos to you. You are just amazing.

[@lynnmaupin-simpson1215]

The only downside is I cannot smell the wood while you are working on it. Love both tables. Epoxy is something that lends itself to many applications. I love seeing a person transform a utilitarian object and turn it into art. It's like when my pottery teacher in high school brought in a bag of chicken poop and showed us how to make a glaze. It was phenomenal!

[@starner1640]

Cam, I honestly like to see the bow ties by hand. I’m not a big fan of carving pieces out with a cnc. To me it gives it a less handmade feel. Keep up the good work!

[@Hierax415]

To each their own, I've fallen in love with some of the impossible cnc joints and inlays. To me, an amazing CAD file in organic material is its own sort of art.

[@JDubbleu]

I don't think there is anything wrong with using a CNC, but I feel that some of his clients may not like that not everything is "handmade". Would probably be nice to have and ask the client before hand which they would prefer before hand and go with that.

[@Kcustom216]

@@JDubbleu If they look handmade why would anyone care? I can see if it looks made with a router and maybe has rounded edges.

[@MizzMaree7]

For example, I could see it being really interesting to use a CNC butterfly, stylized bird (think totem outline) or even some other animal as a themed set of inlays, some having purpose (bowtie function) and some being decorative, especially if epoxy can be used to highlight features.

[@resipsaloquitur854]

I find this sort of thing absolutely fascinating. I have no experience even so much as whittling a stick, but I find the process and techniques really interesting. Thanks for doing these videos.

[@hollymelcher1072]

Charlieloved it and I will pray for healing for his Hernia! What a beautiful dining Table! I am a viewer who just loves to watch people make something from woodworking.