April 25, 20215 yr Author 21 hours ago, lew said: Add another vote for the apron. Thanks Lew. That’s how I’m going....
April 25, 20215 yr Author 15 hours ago, PeteM said: If the metal legs fasten with round holes, you might consider elongating them to slots to allow cross-grain movement. I also think the skirts add an element that the eye/brain expects for a wood object. The metal,legs have slotted ( 2inch wide) holes. I need to drill a 11/16 hole in the table to add a threaded insert that the legs bolt on to. I’m not going to tighten the bolts, just leave them slightly loose for expansion.
April 25, 20215 yr Popular Post 15 hours ago, PeteM said: If the metal legs fasten with round holes, you might consider elongating them to slots to allow cross-grain movement. I also think the skirts add an element that the eye/brain expects for a wood object. > The legs are 28 inches tall and have a 24 inch flat top where it mounts (bolts) to the table top. The mounting holes are slotted to allow for wood movement, which I like. I would attach the aprons to the top with clips like this. Also available from Rockler and Woodcraft if you have one nearby. There are also "figure 8" versions that screw into the top of the apron and the bottom of the table top. https://www.amazon.com/Table-Fasteners-Connectors-Screws-Brackets14/dp/B08NDJ9CTW/ref=asc_df_B08NDJ9CTW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475692271422&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13365025276241465727&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015655&hvtargid=pla-1114615564734&psc=1 https://www.rockler.com/table-top-fasteners?country=US&sid=V91040&promo=shopping&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=PL&gclid=Cj0KCQjwppSEBhCGARIsANIs4p7p00a5SKTJWF64HZufeSyTl3NClrKfu4N9kGkNPSLj-4nsrKJEQnwaAgjVEALw_wcB
April 25, 20215 yr Author 17 hours ago, Artie said: Looking very good! Thanks Artie...a bit nerve racking, but I’m getting it done.
April 25, 20215 yr Author 15 hours ago, Gunny said: That is coming along beautifully. Massive table. I am with everyone else, a skirt would add to the overall look. Thanks Gunny. I am going to go with the skirt.
April 25, 20215 yr Author 2 hours ago, kmealy said: > The legs are 28 inches tall and have a 24 inch flat top where it mounts (bolts) to the table top. The mounting holes are slotted to allow for wood movement, which I like. I would attach the aprons to the top with clips like this. Also available from Rockler and Woodcraft if you have one nearby. There are also "figure 8" versions that screw into the top of the apron and the bottom of the table top. https://www.amazon.com/Table-Fasteners-Connectors-Screws-Brackets14/dp/B08NDJ9CTW/ref=asc_df_B08NDJ9CTW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475692271422&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13365025276241465727&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015655&hvtargid=pla-1114615564734&psc=1 https://www.rockler.com/table-top-fasteners?country=US&sid=V91040&promo=shopping&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=PL&gclid=Cj0KCQjwppSEBhCGARIsANIs4p7p00a5SKTJWF64HZufeSyTl3NClrKfu4N9kGkNPSLj-4nsrKJEQnwaAgjVEALw_wcB I’ve used these before, many times in fact and I do have some on hand. Just so nervous about making this table, I just didn’t think of it. Thank you VERY much for reminding me about them.
May 9, 20215 yr Author Popular Post It’s finally finished. First, thank you all for you comments and advise on putting the skirt on the table. I did put on on and it makes a world of difference. The table is 1 1/4 inch thick walnut. It measures 42wide and 72 long. It has 9 coats of General Finishes. Ar-R-Seal. (that stuff is beyond awesome!). The legs came from Bear Hollow Supply. They make the legs right there. My wife is beyond thrilled with this….happy wife, happy life, as they say. Anyhow here is the finished product. I should mention, this is my very first large table.
May 9, 20215 yr Great job! I'm glad you added the aprons. It would have looked naked without them! .40
May 9, 20215 yr Author 1 minute ago, forty_caliber said: Great job! I'm glad you added the aprons. It would have looked naked without them! .40 I’m very happy that I added the apron. It made a huge difference. Thank you.
May 9, 20215 yr Author 47 minutes ago, lew said: Awesome! It's just perfect! Thanks Lew. We are very happy with the way it came out.
May 9, 20215 yr Author 44 minutes ago, HARO50 said: Gorgeous table, gorgeous finish! I'm impressed!! Thank you very much.
May 10, 20215 yr 3 hours ago, Artie said: Tres magnifique! You speak French! Once again, I'm impressed!
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