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African Mahogany Entry Table

author-gravatar GotClamps Jun 27, 2020

I built this entry table to fit in an odd space in the entryway of a home. It was modeled after a design, but had to tailor the dimensions to fit the space while maintaining proportions. Mortise and tenon joinery. Finished in Varathane Stain, Arm-R-Seal, and lacquer.

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Like every project, starts as a pile of boards.

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Milling

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I didn't show it, but I laminated boards to make the thickness for the legs. I aimed for as straight grain as possible to.hide the glue lines. Then they got trimmed to size.

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Parts approaching completion.

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Mortises. Nothing ended up in the wrong spot!

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I utilized the "speed tenon" method for all the tenons.

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Dry fit!

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Love that grain!

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Joinery, shelves, and supports all complete!

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Quick and dirty tapering jig.

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I used a cost of stain to give the mahogany "aged" tint to match and existing piece in the client's home.

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Complete! Thanks for looking and joining me in my triumphant return to Simplecove!

Photo of African Mahogany Entry Table
Photo of African Mahogany Entry Table

2 comments

Great work on the entry table! I really like the design and the shelves are a nice touch.

@Sean  said:

Great work on the entry table! I really like the design and the shelves are a nice touch.

Thanks, Sean! 

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