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[AnonymousCoward]

Did you do the work yourself? Or have it made? Is the table itself a custom made item ? Or recycled? I am really keen to imitate this.

Hi GPH,

- Was considering doing this myself, as both myself and the wife had contacted a dozen custom furniture places re getting it made. They either didn't get back to us, quoted ridiculous prices, or refused to let us talk to the actual people who'd be doing the work (i.e. they were subcontracting it out). We wanted to talk to whoever was going to be doing the work to explain what we wanted and also get their opinions on what would work well. We had been looking at "cheap" tables we could buy, and just throw away the top and then put ours over the frame. Luckily we found the firm that did the work - I think they did a far better job than I would have been able to, and in a fraction of the time!

- The frame is recycled timber, but not an existing table frame - they build a custom one to support the top using reclaimed timber. They matched the wood to the brown-ish colour of the inlays on the panels. I want to say it's Elm, but that wouldn't be right (Elm is lighter). I'll ask what they ended up using

- Make sure all your panels are the same depth. Most Australian boxes are 11mm, but some (e.g. Meshach) are 9-10mm, and all of the overseas stuff I have (French, and the odd NZ, Spanish etc. box) are 9mm deep. They basically said it all needs to be the same depth, to fix to a supporting base, or it's going to cost a bomb to sand down all the panels to a uniform depth, whilst keeping the overall surface flat. In the end we just handed over a bunch of Australian boxes to keep the overall surface flat.

I'll take some more pictures and we can discuss at the lunch on 4th July.

 

[JessicaTam]

Hi GPH,

- Was considering doing this myself, as both myself and the wife had contacted a dozen custom furniture places re getting it made. They either didn't get back to us, quoted ridiculous prices, or refused to let us talk to the actual people who'd be doing the work (i.e. they were subcontracting it out). We wanted to talk to whoever was going to be doing the work to explain what we wanted and also get their opinions on what would work well. We had been looking at "cheap" tables we could buy, and just throw away the top and then put ours over the frame. Luckily we found the firm that did the work - I think they did a far better job than I would have been able to, and in a fraction of the time!

- The frame is recycled timber, but not an existing table frame - they build a custom one to support the top using reclaimed timber. They matched the wood to the brown-ish colour of the inlays on the panels. I want to say it's Elm, but that wouldn't be right (Elm is lighter). I'll ask what they ended up using

- Make sure all your panels are the same depth. Most Australian boxes are 11mm, but some (e.g. Meshach) are 9-10mm, and all of the overseas stuff I have (French, and the odd NZ, Spanish etc. box) are 9mm deep. They basically said it all needs to be the same depth, to fix to a supporting base, or it's going to cost a bomb to sand down all the panels to a uniform depth, whilst keeping the overall surface flat. In the end we just handed over a bunch of Australian boxes to keep the overall surface flat.

I'll take some more pictures and we can discuss at the lunch on 4th July.

Surely it would take a quick run through a thicknesser to get tham all the same.

 

[Deleted member]

Surely it would take a quick run through a thicknesser to get tham all the same.

A buzzer? I have a mate who has a buzzer (I think) he may be just the man for the task. Most of my boxes are French at this stage. But a few Aussie ones in there too.
As AC says, a chat on the 4th is a good idea.

 

[CJEMNMAC]

It's taken quite a while, but finally last week this:

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Got turned into this:

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AC

This is incredible.. What a brilliant looking piece

 

[AnonymousCoward]

Surely it would take a quick run through a thicknesser to get tham all the same.

That's a good question. They didn't offer it as an option, so either they didn't have access to one or thought it wouldn't work...I didn't think to query it further.

 

[marsdenman]

A buzzer? I have a mate who has a buzzer (I think) he may be just the man for the task. Most of my boxes are French at this stage. But a few Aussie ones in there too.
As AC says, a chat on the 4th is a good idea.

I am definitely coming on the 4th if that's all right with everyone. Forgive me if I just can't work out how to notify the gathering in the right place! It's all a bit confusing for a new boy.

 

[Deleted member]

I am definitely coming on the 4th if that's all right with everyone. Forgive me if I just can't work out how to notify the gathering in the right place! It's all a bit confusing for a new boy.

I suspect you need to pop along to the Head Masters study at break for some "tuition". Lol.

 

[Steady]

Surely it would take a quick run through a thicknesser to get tham all the same.

A buzzer? I have a mate who has a buzzer (I think) he may be just the man for the task.

JT is suggesting the correct tool, a buzzer = planer/jointer. Planers are used for straightening warped timber or dressing rough sawn timber before putting it through a thicknesser. Many machines do both tasks - so if your mate has a buzzer it is likely he is the man for the task

 

[Whining&dining]

Surely it would take a quick run through a thicknesser to get tham all the same.

You definitely know your equipment JT, Steady has elucidated the differences but you nailed, it forgive the pun....

 

[JessicaTam]

You definitely know your equipment JT, Steady has elucidated the differences but you nailed, it forgive the pun....

Too many lazy afternoons hanging around woodworkers' sheds!

 

[Deleted member]

I think a Buzzer was the wrong term.

JT is suggesting the correct tool, a buzzer = planer/jointer. Planers are used for straightening warped timber or dressing rough sawn timber before putting it through a thicknesser. Many machines do both tasks - so if your mate has a buzzer it is likely he is the man for the task

 

[Whining&dining]

Too many lazy afternoons hanging around woodworkers' sheds!

You just have to make sure you feed in the material stencilled side down (and with ours a minimum of 280 mm in length) but then I'm sure you already knew that

 

[Sedimental]

https://the23rdparallel.com/2017/06/02/cloudburst-taking-on-the-old-world/

 

[Steady]

Not sure if qaz has already posted this but on the off chance he hasn't I will.

Dynamic Wines 2017 International wine fair Join us for a huge tasting of great wines from across the globe! What's on: The corks will be popped on over 200 wines from across the globe. We will also have over a dozen of Australia & New Zealand's finest producers on hand to spill their secrets. Try before you buy. We will be offering at least 20% off the RRP wines shown on the night. As well as a few prizes drawn from the orders placed on the night. The king of Condrieu, Yves Cuilleron will be hosting a Northern Rhone masterclass showcasing his range of wines from Cote Rotie to Cornas. RSVP is essential for this masterclass. (Estimated start time 7pm.)

Australian & New Zealand producers shown on the night: By Farr, Domenica, Savaterre, Tim Smith, Ocean Eight, Goodman Wines, Domaine Naturaliste, Battle of Bosworth, Craiglee, Wines by KT, Sam Miranda, Glenguin, Framingham, Millton, Gladstone, Shaky Bridge &The Elder. + We will be pouring 100+ wines from these iconic regions and more: France - Champagne, Chablis, Burgundy, Alsace, Cote Rotie, Chateaunuef-du-Pape, Sancerre, Pouilly Fume, Provence, Cahors, Vouvray, Bordeaux, Languedoc, Gigondas, Cotes du Rhone + more… Italy - Chianti, Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, Marche & Alto Aldige. As well as some great German & Austrian Riesling! Ticket price includes a take home tasting glass

When: Tuesday 1st August, 2017 Where: Four Season Hotel, 199 George St, Sydney Time: 6.30 - 8.30pm Cost: $50 - General admission $75 - General admission + Cuilleron Masterclass

 

[qaz]

Not sure if qaz has already posted this but on the off chance he hasn't I will.

I hadn’t but now have in the [post=1659289]Sydney meet ups thread[/post]

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2017-international-wine-fair-tickets-35746828727

 

[qaz]

Opinion: Is It a Flower or a Root Day?

 

[georgehall]

For $6 I might have to try this tonight...

http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/fo...e/news-story/99e0b4d61327556b4a1879a1dbb7bced

edit: The Australian link needs a subscription.

 

[TheRealTMA]

La Festa del Barolo 2017. Looks interesting!

https://www.princewinestore.com.au/2017/07/03/festa-del-barolo-2017/

 

[qaz]

La Festa del Barolo 2017. Looks interesting!

https://www.princewinestore.com.au/2017/07/03/festa-del-barolo-2017/

http://www.australianfrequentflyer....bourne-wine-meet-ups-76573-7.html#post1660571

 

[Steady]

I saw this and was reminded of recent posts in the Pinot Noir thread