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Build a Double Sided Log Rack

I built the log rack out of treated lumber. The main frame that supports the logs is made from 2 X 6s. The posts are 4 X 4s and connected to the frame with Lap joints. After getting the rack into position and adding a 4 x 4 post at the ends, I used a 2 x 6 at each...

How To Make a Modern Round Dining Table

Plans for this Project https://jonpeters.com/shop/lily-table-design-plans/ Lily table, This modern looking table was inspired by the Lily pad and Lily pad flower. The 60 inch round dining table is made of a 8/4 quartersawn white oak for the base and 5/4 rifts sawn...

How to Use Threaded Screw Inserts in Hard Wood

A screw doesn’t hold very well in end grain. On this project I decided to use screw inserts at the top of the table leg. Because white oak is very dense and hard I drilled the hole just a little smaller than the screw inserts. I then used an Epoxy and sawdust mixture...

How To Make a Tapered Edge on a Table Top

I’m building the table top for my next project out of 5/4 white oak. To give the table a lighter and more elegant look I’m tapering it from the bottom to five eights of an inch at the edge. To make the taper I used a half inch straight bit in the router along...

Rift Sawn White Oak – Buying Lumber at the Lumberyard

I’m using Rift sawn white oak for the table top I’m building. I’m A big fan of quartersawn white oak but for this project I wanted the long tight grain of rift sawn. It’s always nice to visit a lumberyard with a great selection and people who are happy to help. Big thanks to Ed and Ryan for helping me find a few nice boards for the project.