Saturday, February 1, 2014

Ok .. that's It... Table Done.

Finally done. It took far more hours than I anticipated, but we are pleased with the end result.
The finishing method worked well. It is a burnishing technique using Scandinavian Oil and orbital sander running grits from 80 down to 4000.
It provides a durable, food safe heat resistant, water resistant surface which shows off the grain to its best.
Unlike an estapol finish which is a layer over the wood surface, this becomes a highly polished wood finish.... I like it.
Keeping the natural edges proved a challenge, but well worth is. The tactile feel as you run your hand over the edges is very pleasing.
We get to enjoy the table for a couple of days, until Laurie picks it up on Tuesday.








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