Here's where you come to follow the progress of your piece of furniture in the shop. No, wood doesn't talk--or does it? Sure it does! As we work on your piece we learn things about where it's been, how it's been used, maybe even who (or what) has used it, and often about where it came from originally. It's a lot of fun and typically quite interesting.

This space also gives us a chance to let you know about any special experiences or progress related challenges. We try to chronicle work completed on your furniture whenever anything significant occurs. So there may not be an entry every day, but when we document them, we hope you will find these journal entries are fun, informative, purposeful, and creative.

So, have fun "listening" to our dialogue with your piece, as it is, it's Wood Talkin.
Email: woodtalkin@gmail.com

Thursday, March 17, 2011

"Twins" Update


I think it's fun to see some of the ways manufacturers design and build their furniture. These two Broyhill solid maple side tables are no exception. For example, look at the way the legs of this table are secured to its top. In this picture (left) I've set the table on its side, so you are looking at the underside of the table to see a clamp assembly where the leg joins the top. This simple assembly utilizes a wing nut to secure the leg to the top. The homeowner can loosen the wing nut and remove the legs as needed for storage, packing or moving, etc. That's nice!

Here's a pic of the top (one of these twins) right after it's been stained and cured. Yup, it's a dull finish at this point (and appears a little lighter than it actually is) . Next in the refinishing process is the application of the sealer and then two--maybe three--coats of clear gloss lacquer. Then comes the buffing process. Lots of fun!

Ok. That's Wood Talkin for this morning. Be listening...you furniture really will "speak" to you!

Dick
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  1. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Fascinating! I love the smell of wood and the feel. I have always been amazed to view the past masters who crafted with wood. Keep up the good work!!!

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