Shockingly Expensive Wood

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One of the most expensive woodworking projects of my career. This myrtle wood burl was probably the most incredible wood I have ever seen in person and I was lucky enough to get commissioned to turn it into a desk for a client. I will break down the staggering cost of these slabs, my process for turning them into a desk, and I experience a few of the pitfalls that tend to come with woodworking.
0:00 Intro
0:46 Myrtle Slab buying
2:03 Joining the bookmatch
3:16 Fail #1
3:53 Fixing the first failure
5:15 Edge cleanup/about Myrtle Wood
7:07 Filling imperfections
8:00 C-channels/recessing table legs
10:20 Woodworking tip of the day
11:30 Conspicuous hole
12:38 Fail #2
13:20 Fixing fail #2
14:00 Most expensive wood in the world?
15:30 First coat of finish
17:54 Black Forest Ceramic
19:30 Stainless table legs
20:00 Reveal
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@mmatania 2 роки тому

"Other half of Monalisa"

@BlacktailStudio 2 роки тому

That’s really good actually 😂

@edwardbishop9567 2 роки тому

(Some might say 'the BETTER half'!)😄

@oneshotme 2 роки тому

HA HA HA HA HA

@rossvansick 2 роки тому

Awesome Answer!

@soupvis2616 2 роки тому

@@BlacktailStudio The dominos are too big the first time !

@taf6011 2 роки тому

"Don't wipe it back to front" - friggin hilarious - delivery was perfect

@Zlaterrr 2 роки тому

@@charliebyerly3931 took me 2 seconds to make the connection. Lol.

@thomasstansberry2311 2 роки тому

Epic delivery, I’ve been laughing this whole time.

@Beetwate305 2 роки тому

@@thomasstansberry2311 lol

@napster7825 2 роки тому

I'm watching this late at night, almost couldn't suppress the loud burst of laughter.

@PukaHeadMan 2 роки тому

Hahahaha!!!🤣

@Sallibotz Рік тому

How is it possible that I know absolutely zero about woodworking, but I am totally hooked on your channel. Keep these videos coming.

@mollylundquist9145 Рік тому

Ditto. Know zip about woodworking, but I too am addicted to your videos. I find it incredibly satisfying watch you sand and polish...and sand and polish...and then polish some more--so that we're able to see the deepening contrast of the grains, It's an ever-so-slow transformation. It's magic.

@bazurful Рік тому

Same here :D

@Null_cs 5 місяців тому

haha took the words right outa my mouth :D

@JuliePone 2 місяці тому

Same!

@therryalex36 10 місяців тому

I'm absolutlu addicted to these videos. I don't build anything, but just to see someone doing with so much commitment is really nice!

@johnpoole7327 2 роки тому

I've been a woodworker for way over half a century. That is the most 3 dimensional wood and finish I have ever seen. You have it down to an art. GREAT project.

@HydraMods 2 роки тому

I'm surprised the void wasn't self-oiling. Beautiful table as always Cam!

@rstelzer2928 2 роки тому

That works ONLY IF you talk dirty to it.

@jadfdesign8077 2 роки тому

Built in fleshlight

@greetingsbox4229 2 роки тому

He said it took a lot of working on.

@sonnyjs15 2 роки тому

Looked for this comment, lol.

@wrightslock-techs9595 2 роки тому

I was looking for this comment 😂

@emilytopacio 10 місяців тому

"Don't wipe from back to front." says it all, Cam! I love that you pretended you could not put your finger on what the hole might remind you of. This was a fun video, enjoyed every minute of it, and hope you get a chance to use this type of wood again. Thanks for sharing!

@shredder152 3 місяці тому

I bought this as a gift for my friend ukposts.infoUgkxcZqgZ8Ynkiz5n_LxIWRlAicuzmz5kCHG who is just starting out in the world of wood work. He loves it!! There is a great section on different wood and what to use for what kind of job and a similar section for tools as well. The projects in it are things you probably would have a go at with clear instructions, pictures, videos and diagrams throughout. Great for a beginner/amateur wood worker.

@jamesb6153 Рік тому

Slab Monologues: excellent product and love the fact you were continually showing the customer what was happening. Your skill and customer service are next level.

@KenTeague72 2 роки тому

"I just couldn't put my finger on what this natural void reminds me of, but I'm really drawn to it." This guy has jokes.

@carlitomatti8717 2 роки тому

The wife too: "Don't wipe back to front" hehe

@keithmilburn4866 2 роки тому

Won’t have any hardwood left in a few yrs, human vanity at its worst.

@yngvaldr 2 роки тому

With tables like this there's going to be a lot of _Hard Woods_ around for a good long time.

@tantrispicks2440 2 роки тому

And they are knot bad

@michaelrensel9256 2 роки тому

So funny lol 😂

@ThatMillennialDad 2 роки тому

“Don’t wipe it back to front…” Noted. Beautiful table. Creative writing. Well done sir.

@lindalee3408 Рік тому

ROFL

@stevenwolk460 11 місяців тому

I know the rules, watched this before but I’m I’m just here to say I love your videos and I learn so much from them. Incredible work! Also keep up the constant talking. It really, really, helps the understanding and puts EVERYTHING in proper perspective. Also love hearing of your families success. Keep it up!

@marctrainor5595 Рік тому

I just love your program. This piece is absolutely off the charts. I've never seen such a vibrant, beautiful piece of wood in all my life. I love the basic color of it and the grain is amazing. Keep these videos coming if you have the time. They're so enthralling to me. Marc T.

@scottharding9916 Рік тому

Stunning! Your first comment about "that spot" had me laughing out loud: "This…reminds me of something, but I'm not sure what." Would love to replace my vintage-'20s desk with a piece of your artwork!

@richardbacon9684 2 роки тому

This was HILARIOUS! “She’s doesn’t even woodwork, so I’m not sure what she could be referring to.”

@VinceW187 2 роки тому

Poor guy who bought the desk, he will never be able to see anything else every time he looks at the table.

@Ben-Carr 2 роки тому

Your wife does not want a UTI or infection.

@simonrival1613 2 роки тому

After he mentioned it I couldn't stop laughing every time he went near it.

@nonask_1156 2 роки тому

And he used all his tools from small to big but still that thing would not get fixed. Some says once that thing is used you will never fix it. If you know what i mean

@mrtimemaker 2 роки тому

In the case of my first wife it was ‘try it before you buy it.’ In the case of my second wife it was ‘try to wear it out before you buy it.’ In the case of my third wife it was ‘you better buy it or it’s going to wear you out,’ What I would do if I were you, which of course I’m not, is fill it with a mixture of epoxy and crushed turquoise. Then, finish the top side to a fair-thee-well. No one, male or female, will then mistakenly associate the subject shape again with the subject female organ. CK

@johannjanson31 Рік тому

Not a super big fan of live edge but this one made me watch and appreciate more. The wood and craftsmanship, truly the glue that brings the artwork to life

@Gavinp50 8 місяців тому

Weird coincidence that I am watching this video for the first time on 9-1-23, exactly 2 years after your voiceover. You are almost at 2.5m subscribers now and I figured I had to subscribe and add to the total. Keep up the amazing content!

@dallashardin3818 2 роки тому

The table turned out beautiful. The one “spot” you referred to…adds character. I love it.

@lintelle2382 2 роки тому

Fertile Myrtle. I've used the Rubio finish a couple times now and am really happy with the results. Glad to know about the BFC top coat and will try it on the next project. Thanks!

@BlacktailStudio 2 роки тому

That might be the best name yet 😂

@sharonperry8978 Рік тому

Love the variegated colours that was brought out in the wood when you did the finishing

@jasongallagher7657 Рік тому

This material reminds me of Tiger Maple. I built a kitchen from it and I mean built it... milled the lumber , made the face frames, sanded, stained, installed and turned out to be one of the coolest kitchens I've ever done. It's EXPENSIVE but so unique. Working with new and different kinds of woods is fun. Learning how they react to cutting , sanding , staining , sealing even drying is time consuming. They even change after you think you're completely done. Choosing the right stains choosing the sealer even choosing the type of sandpaper you use even at the same grits can affect them. I missed doing this unfortunately I was working for a for a bad contractor with a great shop and great tools whose inability to run a business caused the loss of the company. I even had clients afterward tell me they would buy the tools and materials for me just so I could build them a kitchen they were so happy.. Really rewarding and extremely fun...if anyone in the Minneapolis/ St. Paul area needs a helping hand with some experience I'd be more than happy to get back to it!

@glennsepelak5113 2 роки тому

" Don't wipe it back to front"...This was HILARIOUS! “She’s doesn’t even woodwork, so I’m not sure what she could be referring to.”

@youtukang 2 роки тому

Hiii friend *EXCUSEME* 🤝🤝🤝

@CheesusSVT 2 роки тому

lol

@mondavou9408 2 роки тому

I do

@brandysigmon9066 2 роки тому

I thought "backdragging" was bulldozer lingo

@mondavou9408 2 роки тому

@@brandysigmon9066 I thought backdragging was when your dog had worms. :-)

@kylekristiaan 2 роки тому

As an owner of a cabinet company and an old wood worker, I am impressed with your patience, artistic view, precision and mainly the joy you find in making your projects. Keep up the excellent work and have a blessed day.

@user-go3zv2qx3f 14 днів тому

Your whole approach seems attainable that the beauty of your channel , humble, prideless

@steversmith2818 Рік тому

I am not a woodworker. I have to tell you I have thoroughly enjoyed watching several of your videos! They've actually been very entertaining as well as educational. This desk is absolutely beautiful.

@jenrosejenrose7417 Рік тому

I've been in Oregon 40 years and Myrtlewood was one of the first things that caught our eye when we were in the tourist shops when we first visited. Gorgeous piece. So dimensional.

@jammin60psd 2 роки тому

"Myrtle's Secret" The even toned delivery of all the jokes made them next level great! Like Lock Picking Lawyer level delivery. Great video!

@M45t3rJ4ck 2 роки тому

Never expected to see Mr LPL being mentioned somewhere else! Brownny point to you for sneaking that one in!!

@stevemccormick7947 2 роки тому

Lock picking lawyer is a liar like Zach King

@1000REMBOY 2 роки тому

@@stevemccormick7947 what

@brewsterboo Рік тому

First and foremost, you are indeed an artist and not a woodworker. Second, your ability to make videos is superb…excellent narration, you point out your learning moments, and I can’t believe how quickly time goes by watching them. You’re awesome, buddy!

@timmaggard8862 Рік тому

AWESOME! One of my fav's! great job Cam.

@Iamghostwriter1 2 роки тому

I screamed out loud! "Don't wipe it back to front!" Funniest line ever! Your wife is hilarious!

@drferry 2 роки тому

“Don’t wipe it back to front!” That almost slipped by me!

@Ben-Carr 2 роки тому

Wiping back to front can give women UTI'S and other infections.

@adammoran163 2 роки тому

I'm still laughing about it.

@HumperMKB 2 роки тому

Yup, we need to pay attention 😲 sneaky sneaky 😂🤣

@abc1234234 2 роки тому

Nope, I got it. Nearly spat my tea 🫖 over the sofa.

@michaellewis1884 2 роки тому

I missed it till this comment lol!

@multicraftneo5789 6 місяців тому

Absolutely made my day, your focus on the cable pass-through shows even a man with big hands can ensure such an important detail finishes well.

@tonybownwanderer800 Рік тому

Fecund lovely 👌🏽. You’re an excellent tutor; you keep me believing that I can do it. Thanks for that Cam.

@kalinystazvoruna8702 Рік тому

I have to say, I've just started watching your videos and love them. You are not just a "woodworker". You are an artist working in wood and what your produce is incredible!

@ggreene245 Рік тому

Some of the coolest grain patterns I've ever seen... Unsurprisingly, another beautiful project from Blacktail...

@ziggy33399 6 місяців тому

I’m mesmerized by the skill, patience & beauty. Thank you for sharing! 😊

@norb6492 2 місяці тому

The natural table edges had a fantastic 3-D quality. Very impressive work, as always. “Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar.” - Sigmund Freud

@BlacktailStudio 2 місяці тому

Tell that to bill clinton

@PaulMacPhoto 2 роки тому

G... Spot on with this video... Thanks for sharing your knowledge... The only thing I lack is patience when I working with my own projects. I need to slow it down and know that patience will give me a better result. Cheers from Australia. 😊👍

@donniepoff5476 2 роки тому

The grain and color on these slabs are stunning. Amazing work; truly.

@whatsaguygottado2669 Рік тому

I agree w/ you - I thought the ripple effect of the Myrtle after the ceramic finish was trippy.

@rf4c1018 11 місяців тому

What a gorgeous piece of wood! The end result turned out beautifully. Love your videos.

@Uswesi1527 2 місяці тому

Undoubtedly, definitely, unique, unprecedented, unparalleled design & workmanship, and above all, extreme attention to minute details.

@TromboneRockGod 2 роки тому

My favourite quote about experience is: "Experience is what you get the second after you actually need it".

@andre-claudegendron5476 2 роки тому

NSFW Table : Man I love when you apply the finish coat. The details pop so much !

@justinmoore2616 Рік тому

I love that wood and the finish that you put on it! Absolutely gorgeous work! Well done sir!

@peternewman3487 Рік тому

I really enjoyed watching this video and I’m immensely impressed with the wood and the ultimate finish. I had to smile when the guy who sold you the wood said that he could have used it for guitar bodies. I’m an electric guitar freak and I envisaged lots of beautiful guitars being made from that wood.

@jameshobbs1460 2 роки тому

"Exotic" would be the one word.. but.. Cool wood, trial and errors and always a great finish. The fact you point out and fix your mistakes is one of the reasons why people enjoy your content. Honesty goes a long way these days. Good luck on the march to one million.

@shandelebroyles1099 2 роки тому

Really exotic 😉

@jezsez5074 2 роки тому

Haha. The void was satisfying but frustrating! You tried all your tools on it! Well played sir!!!

@coellnbrueder8879 2 роки тому

Reminds me of something Lord Henry in "The picture of Dorian Grey" said: "A cigarette is a perfect type of a perfect pleasure. It´s exquite yet unsatisfying."

@jeanwilcox3464 Рік тому

I love the detail in this "busy" pattern

@markkolmorgan7728 3 місяці тому

Stunning! Nice quote, it goes hand in hand with the reason we're all here (on UKposts) "When possible, try to learn from the mistakes of others"

@rossfruge7254 2 роки тому

10 seconds in: "and I prooooobably have to turn off the comments section". That is the best intro to any of your videos LOL

@garybrown5769 2 роки тому

“10 seconds in” 😂😂😂😂😂 so many meanings to this statement

@SShinesc 2 роки тому

This is probably one of the most beautiful creations I’ve seen with Myrtle Wood…..love seeing this kind of stuff from my home state of Oregon 😊

@user-ly7jt9qg2p 2 місяці тому

Hands downs your most beautiful piece of work!! Love ya Cam!!

@danroche1 3 місяці тому

I love the subtle comedy in these videos.

@jamiekins938 2 роки тому

I almost always watch the entire videos, this is the most beautiful thing I have seen you make. The wood grain in this finished desk is beyond beautiful. I wand to build a wood home in the future and I would love to have some of your work in it. This was just amazing. Thanks, I enjoy the videos.

@edwardgonzalez7759 2 роки тому

Cam, thank you for showing your imperfections. It gives us, who are trying to learn, hope. Appreciate you!

@theruralkings Рік тому

I only get one word to describe this table? Elegant!! Love the color and texture of the piece. Great work!

@rds766 Рік тому

Such beautiful work Sam.

@williamdougherty3836 2 роки тому

I once lost my house, my Harley, and half my pay checks into a void just like that once.

@BlacktailStudio 2 роки тому

that made me chuckle.

@ryanbishop3343 2 роки тому

Hopefully a bit more snug fitting lol

@leese27canadian 2 роки тому

OMG best comment ever! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@MalcolmPeters 2 роки тому

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@piersclarkson9712 2 роки тому

....voids have teeth... little known fact?

@unkldave427 2 роки тому

Your solution to use the "Special" spot on this piece of wood was a genius move. Never mind the complainers.

@tomchristensen8619 Рік тому

just love your comments around the wire management void.

@Fantatures 2 місяці тому

You really hit the spot with this piece! I love how the natural wood grains show through in this. Just absolutely beautiful!

@brandoncrowe1223 2 роки тому

That honeyhole for cable management is pretty slick!

@kongwubba81 2 роки тому

Only when it's excited.

@allabouttutorial477 2 роки тому

All those tool innuendos lol

@nannabaz1 2 роки тому

I'm new and love the "experience " you have passed on. Really enjoying watching the effort put into perfecting your mistakes, shows pride in your work.

@jasonmabie1770 Рік тому

Man that is absolutely a gorgeous table love your videos and your woodworking and epoxy techniques definitely picking up some tips from you I know that skill didn’t come overnight and included a lot of dedication thank you as always

@raylarkin5004 7 місяців тому

Table is unreal! I love it!

@chriswellington5049 2 роки тому

"Pleasure Spot" A very cool table and worth every penny. Not really sure how you missed what that hole was going to look like. Especially with as much time as we take to use it in the best way possible. As always love your work.

@shandelebroyles1099 2 роки тому

Seriously 🙄 He knew

@invision011 2 роки тому

Love the beauty of this piece. Love the humor. Could not stop laughing. Sensational work and inspiring. Well done.

@sprmn62 Рік тому

One of my favorite pieces. Incredible. Thank you

@garyhenderson7332 Рік тому

Love the wood grains in this table. Great job, looks beautiful.

@BP-dc6ps 2 роки тому

“Slip it in Cider” cable management. On the real, not only is this wood absolutely gorgeous, but the finish you put on is immaculate. Another outstanding table and job well done. Also, the goof Ball that left the comment about redwoods and making furniture for money, BEST response ever!!!

@anacalon 2 роки тому

Perfect description!

@devilanse99 2 роки тому

I'm totally inspired by watching you grow as a fine craftsman! My dad was a woodworker, and he would have really appreciated your talent. Thanks for sharing your expertise and progression with us!

@garymonaghan7196 Рік тому

I love Myrtlewood. I made a clock and Wood shop back in the day that my mom and dad still used to this day and I’m 56 in Hermiston Oregon. I love that shop class. It was so much fun but it was made out of Myrtlewood. I just absolutely love it.

@egvander65 Рік тому

i can't wait to see how you finish this. the more i see it the more i truly love it the way it is. it's the most beautiful piece of wood I've ever seen. i would love to have something made from this. coasters is all i could probably afford but those would even be super cool. it's funny... i've never been a "wood" guy, anymore than a 2x4 anyway. This is the only channel i watch on woodworking and you have me oohing and awing over a slab of wood. Skipping dinner so i can watch you finish it without interruption. Great channel, thank you for the content. And that really is a cool slab.... now, back to see how you do the finish.

@roberthammett6795 2 роки тому

"Can't quite put my finger on it" as you wear a beavers t-shirt. Well played. 😀

@Gravy_Master 2 роки тому

What are you 11 years old?

@donaldadams1644 2 роки тому

I love the quality & style of your commentary, an added bonus is the level of humour you bring to it. I am not surprised that you snapped up these two Myrtle Wood slabs, they are 'almost too good to use'. The desk, probably the most expensive desk you will find, is 'overwhelmingly stunning' & worth the insane price. I must mention the repair that you matched so beautifully in the final run home, it is superb. Wonderful, wonderful piece that you can be absolutely & deservedly proud of. Don from South Aust.

@andrewsmith3840 Рік тому

Just amazing. And since I've watched so many of your videos despite probably never making any of this myself, I think it's about time to subscribe already. Looking forward to more!

@aaditya2657 8 місяців тому

I am an IT Operations Engineer from India.. Why am I hooked to a woodworking channel at this point in my life? I don't know... But these videos are amazing! So enjoyable to watch someone work on their craft with such passion.. 🙌

@tombeyer375 Рік тому

Sir, the amount of patience you possess just makes me smile, as not many people have it! The figuring in that Myrtle just jumps out at ya!

@wilsonrawlin8547 Рік тому

Insane level of beauty and craftsmanship. IMO you gave that table away. RESPECT! Yes I watched to the end and didn't add the verbiage. I respect your work enough to watch it to the end. PERIOD. Thank you Cam.

@jogrieco4207 Рік тому

DELORIS…This piece is amazing! Love the narration of your videos. My husband and I sit and watch one video and get sucked in… hours later. I love that you enjoy what you do😊

@PatsyStrickland-yf8jv 3 місяці тому

Absolutely Beautiful. I can almost feel the silky-smooth finish.

@BlankBrain 2 роки тому

For about a decade when the "greatest generation" was passing on, and boomers were inheriting myrtlewood, many didn't appreciate it. I found it every so often at Goodwill. The employees at Goodwill didn't know what it was either, so I got good deals buying it. I haven't seen any pieces in the last several years. I wound up with a nice collection of amazing wood pieces. I've learned how to repair finishes without damaging patina. I have some made in Marshfield, which was renamed Coos Bay in 1944. My dad found a piece of myrtlewood driftwood at the beach and crafted it into a lamp back in the '50s. It's my favorite piece. My neighbors have a myrtlewood coffee table that was several thousand dollars back in the '70s. It's not burl. For a short time when the only bank closed, monetary values were printed on myrtlewood and used as currency in North Bend.

@BlacktailStudio 2 роки тому

That’s bizarre!

@slackjaw703 2 роки тому

I’d love to see some pics. Sounds really cool. I also had no idea Coos Bay wasn’t always named that. I was born 5 decades ago in Salem, lived all up & down I-5, mainly in a tiny town between Eugene & the coast, so that should’ve been something I knew, especially with as much time as I spend at the coast. Thank you for that info & take care!

@mc6212 2 роки тому

That's fascinating! North Bend, WA?

@BlankBrain 2 роки тому

@@mc6212 North Bend, Washington was originally named Snoqualmie, but another town went in a little later named Snoqualmie Falls. The railroad made them change their name. They changed the name to Mountain View, but then the post office objected because there was another town by that name. They finally settled on North Bend.

@rodramsey9756 2 роки тому

"The Joy of Myrtle" great piece Cam as always. Your mistakes vs finished product is so disproportionate. W/o video I wouldn't even remember the sidesteps as it's such an incredible result.

@michaelpinreno Рік тому

I totally envy the owner of the desk. You captured the essence of the wood in the whole package.

@marlenemeinhard8956 Рік тому

"Fantasia". Love, what a beautiful thing. This Desk or Table is amazing. The woodworking you have done here on this Mrytlewood piece is just stunning. The oils and Ceramic oil at the final rub in, is amazing. The live edge gives these table tops so much added character. Fantasia is the name I would chose.

@daturadreams 2 роки тому

Cam: "We can incorporate the void for computer cables" Apple: "Some cables are thicker than others" PC: "Your mother's been telling stories about me again, ah?"

@gritsmcgee9137 2 роки тому

I do love a good Braveheart reference. :)

@jalanc67 2 роки тому

Tandy: “I’ve come to claim the right of prima nocta”

@JoeNovella 2 роки тому

When jointing, instead of relying on the rail being at a perfect 90 degrees, the pieces can be run one face forwards and one face backward. That we the angles always add up to a perfect 90 degrees.

@mattlee3044 2 роки тому

Brilliant! That’s the longitudinal axis. Can you play the same game about the vertical axis? Butt the 2 halves as intended. Put a rail on one side and fix at each end. Put a parallel bit of timber against it. Put a 2nd rail on the other side and butt up to timber piece. Fix 2nd rail on 2nd half, each end. Separate the two halves, and stow timber piece. Any vertical axis error in the rails will also cancel out, although, maybe, it’s not too drastic if there is a very tiny error. The first forwards/backwards tip will still apply. P.S. I’m a computer bloke, really, and a bit of a woodworker - if this is a completely potty idea … Matt, UK

@mackdaddy1891 2 роки тому

That is a given in any shop I've worked in

@littlejackalo5326 2 роки тому

That only works if the two large side are parallel. One will have a perfect 90° with respect to the front face and edge, while the other will have a perfect 90° with respect to the back side and edge. So the top may be v shaped.

@johnnorris1227 2 роки тому

I think its better to just go ahead and set your jointer fence to 90°. Pretty easy to do with a good square or a digital angle guage. Imagine doing a glue up for a large table top or butcher block counter top what are you gonna label the top and bottom of every board and run every other one through facing the opposite direction? Makes no sense learn how to adjust cutterhead, infeed and outfeed tables, and fence that way it doesn't which matter which way the board is facing. A jointer isn't much good if you can't reliably square one edge to another.

@roberttilson6030 Рік тому

The desk is absolutely beautiful, the inlay was perfect and useing the natural profile to run electrical cords through was an excellent idea. I enjoy your videos very much. Keep up the good work. I thought the cost of the woods a bit high until I saw the finished product. Your customer got an excellent desk that will stand the test of time for a good price. 👏👏👏👍🍀

@Saved-qv2ow Рік тому

"Exquisite" ! Such hard work; your passion for woodworking is admirable and worthy of great respect, Sir. Thankful, that you show the bloopers, it's educational, most would edit them parts out. When making a mistake one should own it, and fix it to the best of ones ability. High regard, for your professionalism, abilities, and achievements. 👍🏻👍🏻

@liondirk 2 роки тому

Living here in Arizona working in a small shop I learned very early on I needed to air condition and add a humidifier to be able to ship to other parts of the country and not have tables and other wood projects swell from humidity or split from dryness. Thank you for trying the ceramic coating on a table, I have not tried it yet but I will order some and try on my next coffee table build.

@CooperHernick 2 роки тому

That desk looks stunning. I just wanted to let you know that you inspired me to teach kids over this past summer about woodworking at a summer camp here in Toronto.

@R.E.Slater-wz9ox 4 місяці тому

Loved the bone white + silver... beautiful piece!

@davidshirk2024 2 роки тому

Absolutely gorgeous project. The grain is crazy beautiful, and the finish is outstanding! The void only adds to the appeal.

@deerhunter972 2 роки тому

When gluing the pieces together I'd suggest setting a straight edge cross ways on top to make sure it doesn't bow when applying the clamp pressure. If it does you can adjust by moving the clamps up or down on the material edge depending which way it bows.

@2wheelsOrDieNC 2 роки тому

Ive always alternated clamping. 1 above 1 below.etc will also stop that cupping action when clamping up

@reubenkanoho3314 2 роки тому

Good advice👍

@ErikSelf-cl4rk Рік тому

I used a myrtle slab for the top to breakfast bar in my house. It was gorgeous light edge dark center, it even had a little curl to it. I live in Maryland bought in Pennsylvania. love your work!

@Andeo-uv2tu 2 роки тому

I love how honest you are with your mistakes. Much respect.

@damowazzo7481 2 роки тому

Love the way you detail the imperfections within your own working procedures, this to me is key in learning….as you also said! Good job, I’m subscribing ✌🏼

@user-qj9cl8yi5f 5 місяців тому

Most beautiful piece of wood I’ve ever seen. I can’t wait to try this finish on my next project.

@grayd5848 Рік тому

My wife's comment was "multipurpose table" when I showed her the hole of interest.🤣🤣🤣 Love your sense of humor. Absolute work of art, the buyer got the deal of a lifetime.

@grizzlybeast5 2 роки тому

OMG! I lost it on the wire management void. Your calm, smooth yet extremely accurate delivery on how you worked on it.....I seriously scrolled back to the part where you picked the piece so I could show my wife why I was laughing so hard and she laughed too! Nice job 👏

@jefffurst1003 2 роки тому

Especially when he commented, which I'm paraphrasing when his wife made her comment and then he just kept it going when he said something like "what does she care, she's not working on the table". They did a great job of incorporating the joke in the episode without constantly dwelling on it and not making it too dirty that someone's kids couldn't watch it without it becoming an issue. Great job to the both of you for incorporating your joke and making it work just right!!