Small walnut side table with drawer

[Sawdust=manglitter]

Fair play to you Andy, it looks stunning!! And as others have already said, great WIP and thank you for putting in so much effort =D>

 

[custard]

Superb job Andy, you must be pleased as punch.

=D>

Plus congratulations on your WIP which was a model of clarity.

I hope your efforts inspire others to have a go at making something similar. It doesn't need a huge amount of timber, special tools, or masses of time. And yet you'll be rewarded with an instant heirloom that's in a different league to pretty much anything you'll ever find on the High Street.

 

[custard]

Like you I prefer the unstained look. Be interesting to see how it performs longer term. I know Custard says it fades quite quickly but I’ve no real experience with walnut.

The worst for fading is American Black Walnut, which can go a flat muddy brown in the space of a single summer. European Walnut, which is what Andy used, holds up in sunlight far better. It still fades, but it develops golden yellow tones along the way and the grain pattern remain clear and distinct. The traditional finish for European Walnut was a hand rubbed copal varnish, but Osmo is an excellent alternative.

 

[Fitzroy]

That is absolutely super! Thanks for the time taken for a great WIP.

F.

 

[DTR]

Beautiful! =D> =D> =D>

 

[mr edd]

Excellent job, and excellent W I P =D>

Cheers Edd

 

[StraightOffTheArk]

I've really enjoyed following this, it's been very inspirational - I think you made the right decision on the staining, the wood looks really beautiful, brilliant work, and looks fantastic - except I prefer slightly squatter knobs than you!

Cheers,

Carl

 

[John15]

Fantastic side table Andy, congratulations. I'm well on with mine in Mahogany and it's a similar design to yours - delicate tapered legs and small drawer etc. I'll post a photo when it's finished.

John

 

[Bradshaw Joinery]

Love the work Andy! Keep the updates coming.

 

[xy mosian]

Thank you for documenting your learning experience Andy. A lovely table as a result.
xy

 

[Woodmatt]

Andy,
I have just spent on and off two days thoroughly enjoying your post.
A real inspiration if ever there was one.

Regards
Matthew