Woodworking Fraud
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 พ.ค. 2024
- Crazy table build that was potentially beyond my woodworking ability.
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Items used in this build:
Blacktail Studio N3 Nanofinish (a new top coat not shown here) blacktailstudio.myshopify.com...
Mafell Track Saw: www.blacktailstudio.com/mafel...
Festool Track Saw (TS55): www.blacktailstudio.com/festo...
Chisel Set: www.blacktailstudio.com/chise...
C Channels: www.blacktailstudio.com/c-cha...
Threaded Inserts: www.blacktailstudio.com/threa...
Black Glue Sticks: www.blacktailstudio.com/black...
Fill Sticks: www.blacktailstudio.com/fill-...
Scraper: www.blacktailstudio.com/scraper
Miter Saw: www.blacktailstudio.com/miter...
Roundover Bit: www.blacktailstudio.com/round...
Soft Sanding Pad: www.blacktailstudio.com/soft-...
Furniture Bolts: www.blacktailstudio.com/furni...
Sandpaper Storage: www.blacktailstudio.com/sandp...
Sandpaper: www.blacktailstudio.com/sandp...
Sander: www.blacktailstudio.com/sander
Powercap: www.blacktailstudio.com/power...
Restorer: www.blacktailstudio.com/restorer
West Epoxy: www.blacktailstudio.com/west-...
Activated Charcoal: www.blacktailstudio.com/activ...
Black dye: www.blacktailstudio.com/black...
Black Forest Ceramic:
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Table Top Epoxy: www.blacktailstudio.com/table...
Buffing Compound: www.blacktailstudio.com/buffi...
Dewalt Buffer: www.blacktailstudio.com/dewal...
Block Sander: www.blacktailstudio.com/block...
0:00 Intro
0:55 Live edge cleanup
2:38 Stain-free black epoxy
3:20 What do c channels do?
4:56 Tip to make better projects
6:48 Filling tiny voids in wood
10:01 How to make black wood stain
11:00 Using outside inspiration in woodworking
12:43 Preventing bubbles in epoxy
13:35 Applying tabletop epoxy
16:10 Sit-stand table base
17:20 Leveling out epoxy
20:08 Wet sanding epoxy
20:54 Buffing to a high gloss
21:23 Problem
23:21 Attaching to the adjustable base
24:01 Better than wax
24:50 Reveal
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Got to admit that the desk you made with our E7 desk frame looks even sturdier than ours. Applause from the FlexiSpot Team. Thank you for your incredible work friend!
Wow, thanks guys, and thanks for taking a chance on me here!
Hey y'all, please reconsider working with creators who openly and unapologetically make fun of people with disabilities.
I don't know what your personal beliefs are, maybe you also believe that people with OCD should *have* to endure stereotypes and biases just because some people think it's funny to **encourage** harmful language changes as Cam is actively doing in this video -- but it's not what a huge proportion of humans believe. While you may see short-term profits from people who enjoy the chance to put others down, in the long term I think you'll come to realize it's not the right choice. It's up to you whether you realize that before or after a well-deserved public backlash for associating with people who hurt people.
I don't know if you had any kind of contract about social behavior in your dealings with Blacktail, but I'd be requesting that my products and name be removed from any video containing ableist and harmful language. Or at the very least I'd recommend you edit your comment to include a disclaimer regarding your opinions on the topic of hurtful language choices, as a company and as human beings.
Thanks for reading and considering.
@@bclairelarr wtf are u on about
@@bclairelarr 🤡
@@adamkaktusmusic 9:06 in the video. He even acknowledges that his source for why he's allowed to use the term in this context, SPECIFICALLY ALSO TELLS US that it's an offensive use, and AGREES with that offense, and continues to do it anyway.
Not cool.
"There was no way I was going to let down 25% of my audience, so I decided to cut it down into smaller pieces." Nicely done. I love the maker content but the commentary and understated humor are a big plus in your videos too. I always enjoy them.
I laughed at that too.
Well it's VERY sound theory as well as being quite scientific! The majority of people are wrong so always go with the minority in a poll!
It took 2 or 3 seconds for that "25%" comment to sink in and almost did a "spit take" with my coffee. Well done.
I also laughed when he was talking about spending money on tools and giving examples of extravagant things other people spend money on, throwing in some people even have kids as a offhand extreme example of how people spend money.
I already heard that in the video what was the point of repeating it
Dark for sure! That desk finish is just beautiful! The depth you achieved is just amazing and truly worth all the steps and detail involved.
DARK. Fantastic work and informative talkin. I'm 65 years old now. Unfortunately I've become disabled and incapable of working wood any longer. Watching you work makes me pine to be able to work wood again. Alas, short of divine intervention I don't believe I'll ever work wood again. Still, it's nice to see a man like you doin it and doin it with grace.
Dark for sure !
Hey Cam, I'm a spray-painter from Germany and I used to work in an automotive shop for several years (learned a lot!!)
I've noticed that you struggled a little bit with your sanding on this project and I think I got one or two tips that might help you.
First : Don't put to much pressure on your orbital sander!
With to much pressure your disc won't turn, but rather vibrate which can produce those curls* on the surface.
More pressure will generate more heat on the surface, wich will soften your coating up for a moment and make it vulnerable for curls* or bind up your Sandpaper. Especially if your coating has not hardened completely.
Bound up sandpaper is more likely to damage your surface, because you are dragging stuck particles over it.
Always put your sander flat on the surface, if possible never use the edge of the sander in an angle. It will uneven your surface and maybe leave deep scratches.
To much pressure will also damage your sander (gears and shaft especially) and your orbital disc, it will start to vibrate more or even shake or wave in your hand and maybe leave a bad surface finish.
Rather use lower grit sandpaper with less pressure, than higher grit with more pressure.
Second: Never use dry sanding paper as a wet sanding paper!
The liquid will loosen the grit (particles) of your dry sanding paper. Those loose sanding particles will be rolled around or even pressed into the surface under your orbital disc and potentially leave curls*.
Third: Always sand as clean and dust free as possible!
No matter if dry or wet sanding, always clean your surface and tools between the grits or every now and then. Left over sanding particles of higher grits, dust or dirt in general can damage your surface. Especially because you are sanding most of your projects horizontally the dirt will stay on top of your surface. If you pay attention you will sometimes even feel or hear particles or debris rolling around between your sandpaper and surface.
Forth: Always sand in circular overlapping motions (if possible!), especially hand sanding on flat surfaces!
It isn't always possible to sand in circular motion, but it is the best way to keep your surface even and avoid surface damage.
If you (hand)sand only back and forth, you are dragging the same particles over the surface over and over again. This can lead to deep scratches or rubbing* on your surface. Also you can unknowingly create deep craters on your surface wich you will discover after your surface finishing/buffing.
I do have a few more but I am pretty sure that you know most of them, I am also pretty certain that you know most of the ones I have just pointed out or someone was faster than me but maybe there is something helpful in there. You will surely get the feel for spray painting soon, cant wait for that.
Love your Vids because you are honest with you failures and super entertaining, I learn something new almost every time I watch your projects. They are super amazing and inspiring like the denim table or the burned one❤
Good info. Thank you sir.
Jens,
Thank you for posting your sanding tips!!!
Most of your tips I have been doing the wrong way and get the results you were talking about never realizing it was because I was sanding wrong.
Looks like I'm going to get a new orbital sander since I have used mine edge sanding A LOT and wondered why it vibrated SO bad.
Thanks again sir!!!
@@MPH6260 @JamesEhler I did the same mistakes for years but never realized, UNTIL I started working at an Automotive shop^^
It would make me super happy if one of the tips can help you to improve your results. ;D
Dang, that explains why I have so much trouble with my orbital sander both at work and home! Thank you for these tips! Especially the hand sanding tips!
@@Fantatures You're welcome, I hope the tips proves to be useful.
I just want to add that I'm loving the massive amounts of sass and sarcasm coming out of your videos lately. First the Beatles and then "no way I disappoint 25 percent of my followers". Ha. Love it.
Glad someone does. You much be part of my 25%
@@BlacktailStudio I would've been in the 75% but I totally agree here. Your little touches of sarcastic humor are one of the best parts of your videos. Featuring a troll at the end is one of my highlights.
@@BlacktailStudio Absolute comedy genius.
Okay. You sold me. I'm turned off by videos that START with "subscribe now", before I even know if I like the channel. But you waited until later, and your narration, editing, filming, everything was so good, and I want you to keep succeeding, so I'm gonna subscribe, which is something I don't often do.
Your dry sense of humour is a great gift for your videos on top of your honest outstanding work! 😄👏👏
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Cam, I don't think you're giving yourself enough credit. You aren't "tricking" anyone into thinking you're a good woodworker, you ARE a good woodworker. A great one. All these tips and tricks you give, as well as your attitude that everything that leaves your shop has to be done to to the best of your ability, is what makes you a great woodworker.
Totally agree, Sean!
I think the thing Cam does is what many people who constantly try to get better do, shit and judge themselves. I constantly do this even when i’m fairly adept at something because it keeps me humble and keeps me striving forward. I will say it’s not for everyone though
Also,he’s got a great eye for interesting woods and how to best showcase the qualities of that piece of wood. That is an inborn talent. One not many people have and is worth paying for.
I totally agree !
Imposter syndrome... I've been laying floors for over 15 years and I still feel like an Imposter sometimes, it's like I'm just waiting for everyone to realise that I don't know what I'm doing.. even though I'm great at my job and get nothing but compliments
The dark one is gorgeous with several color depths. And I love it that you show how you improve your skills.
“care more than other guy”. Love it. If only more people had that state of mind - imagine how great this world could be.
Dark
Dark table is absolutely amazing!!! I am really amazed at what you do and the tips you give to fellow woodworkers are fantastic!
I have been a furniture maker for years, Oak and Alder, glue and dowel. I just started doing live edge and I am doing my first real "from scratch" piece. I had a tree on my property struck by lightning and I salvaged the useable pieces. In the spring I am slabbing it with a chain sawmill and I loved watching your work. I am almost 75 years old and am making furniture either for myself or to give to family and friends. No pressure, no customers saying why is this so expensive, I can go to Levitz cheaper. Thank you for teaching an old dog new tricks!
Sir, We never stop learning. "Old dogs new tricks" I think it amazing that you are still keeping Your mind and body active with artistry.
We are a long time dead.
I hope Your family and friends appreciate your gift(s)
Be well.
I subscribed to your channel so please show a video of your work thanks
Is Levitz still around?
Dark. 72 and learning more every day. Cam, you are an inspiration. Resourcefulness and innovation are the keys when you dive into something you've never done. I'll start on a desk in a couple of months that will require joining 2 large curved slabs of cherry with a narrow black epoxy seam. I've been rolling the process over in my mind for months. Not knowing if you can pull it off is always exciting.
Haha! "Levitz". I imagine many viewers will be unable to understand that sentence.
Sounds like a town somewhere in Israel, if I didn't know better.👍😁
Dark. And here I sit with zero woodworking skill but absolutely enthralled by watching the fine attention to detail you put into each piece. I work in IT and a standing desk like this is in the level of dream desk range. Amazing quality and amazing work, like all your others! Thank you for the video.
Dark - That table is gorgeous!
My dad is a third generation woodworker. He started out working summers & weekends for his dad, a finish carpenter, installing baseboard when he was 10. He's done several burl tables, one almost 12 feet long. He also uses wine barrel staves & wine boxes to build furniture.
Dark, I like the dark best as it showcases your many hours of sanding and prepping for the final finish. Beautiful work! One more thing I like about your videos is that you don't languish on the minutia, you make your point and keep it going, making it much easier to watch and hold our attention... Beautiful work!
Dark, that table was absolutely the most beautiful desk I’ve ever seen. Good job.
I love how you're 6-7 years into turning your hobby into a legit business and still every single video there's at least one or two times where you say "lesson learned" . You're truly set out to master your craft, LOVE IT!
Light - These two tables turned out fantastic...I'm constantly blown away by your work and have now subscribed to see more in the future...Hopefully, I too can someday turn out projects this good...I know the work you put in is not easy, but your messages to "do better" than everyone else and "work harder to put out quality work" resonate with me...Thanks for the motivation and I hope to get started on epoxy tables here soon as well!
Light and dark versions are both beautiful! I love wood and you find some fabulous pieces and do them great justice! Thank you.
Making tables look like guitar bursts is a fantastic idea and I don’t think I ever seen anyone do that before! Would really love to see a dark to blue or purple burst on a table.
guitar is bit different than a table. I don't think I would like to have a purple table, but that's just me, a woman.
Disagree, would love to see a dark purple table and I'm not just a woman, I'm an OLD woman.@@joannayw5272
Light and Dark, I think Both of them are very nice.
I'm about to make a table or a guitar one and I plan to do a purple metallic with this stuff called unicorn spit I don't know I just found it and I think it would be good idea I'm so it's odd that you wanted to see something like that so when I get done with that I'll try to send you some pics if you're interested
I’m just a simple woodworker and when I saw you stain that burl black I was horrified, thinking why would you do that. The end result sure showed me why you did that! That would have to be the most amazing finish that I’ve ever seen in my life. Absolutely beautiful.
I have been binge watching your shows today, Easter Friday, and I have to say this is my favourite table so far. I guess I’ve watched about 10 videos, and I love the Dali end table but this one is even more magnificent. Thank you.
Light AND dark! They both look amazing! Great job!
I spent 8 years in my buddy's wood working shop making everything from guitars, cabinets, lawn furniture and kids toys. I just found your channel and love it. It brings back fond memories of relaxing and fulfilling times. Thank you.
The dark table is just soo beautiful, I don't think I have ever seen someone document their work so meticulously it's been an absolute pleasure to come across this video. And yes thank you for those insightful tips.
Dark. I have watched so many of your videos but this dark desk is honestly a dream. If I owned it I would have its own very visible spot with some lights shining down to accent its colors. Needless to say, I am in love!! Whoever owns it now must just sit and stare at it ❤
Dark is beautiful! It was great to hear you talk about working with your project until you absolutely know that it is perfect. The money is in the details. Love you channel.
Dark, that table top is without a doubt the most BEAUTIFUL piece of woodworking that I’ve ever seen! Absolutely STUNNING!!! Thank you so much for showing us all the labour intensive steps it took to produce such a beautiful item!
Light and dark, I'd need them both. I really think you are Bob Ross, and I think you've earned that. You're process is rigorous, you experiment and change your techniques over time, and you have an incredible eye for detail and beauty. Your work is just stunning.
Bob Ross said something about needing light to show the dark or vice versa. No that was probably Bill Alexander with the happy trees. I think I need to see if there are some old Bob Ross videos.
Dark and just remember the definition of a good carpenter is a man/person who can hide their mistakes. Keep up the great work
Dark! Mounting that beauty on a sit stand... stroke of genius. I am certain it found a proud owner. I remember your burnt table! It was actually the first clip that I ever watch about an epoxy table maker... I kept sending the link to all the people that I know begging them to watch it. I could never afford your creations... but I just love to watch the creation process.
Could you do a total cost breakdown into a project like this? When a piece sells for $9,900, how many hours of work total, material cost, equipment cost, electricity (maybe a bit harder to break down but I'm sure it has an impact when using drills and electric sanders. Amazing piece!
Dark desk is absolutely gorgeous! It's clear that you take your time and really pay attention to detail, and I think that's part of what sets you apart, even from people have been doing it longer. You don't rush, and you take time at every single step of the process to get it right. That's no trick, and no fraud - you're an amazing woodworker because you take that time and pay attention to all the small details.
Absolutely - in fact, I would say that what really makes a better craftsperson IS that attention to detail. Some people may be naturally gifted with dexterity and easy precision, many more have to work to get the skills - we're all capable of learning what needs to be done, but it's the mindset that ultimately sets the craftsman apart from the jobbing carpenter/builder/etc.
That shine is to die for!✌️
Dark one. Stumbled across this channel and I am so happy I did! I'm an amateur woodworker at best, mostly rough work like building chicken coops, things like that. I've been interested in furniture though for a while but didn't really know where to start exactly. Channels like this really help a lot!
I love the dark table! The sunburst concept is new to me as I have never seen anyone attempt it. Keep up the great work.
Dark. I'm an old great grandmother and I love your work. If I were young again, I'd be trying to do that. You make such beautiful pieces. Keep up the good work and the videos!
Me too..
Dark. I'm a little embarrassed to say this is your 1st video I've come across. I could watch you do this for hours. Well done, sir. Beautiful piece of furniture.
Well said
omg, drama queen
Ive watched so many if their videos. They do amazing work
Dark aswell. I too feel and could do the same! I relay the same sentiment.
That table is mesmerizing. I could stare at it all day. Truly amazing work.
Dark... I have no skills in woodworking however I am captivated by your videos, Cam. It's always a pleasure towatch a craftsman at work. If I had my time over, I would eschew an academic eduction for a technical one. Thanks so much for your contribution!
I have been a woodworker for 52 years, professionally. I watch this and see all the tricks to reach the goal of achievement. Just as I have. I specialize in custom entertainment builds with every bell and whistle. I have build at least a dozen or so of tables but always ordered the slabs from a fabricator like like yourself. I wish I had the gadjetrty you use, All by had here! I am retired now and have sold my shop. You brought it all back for me, Thank you
I don't know how I stumbled on your video at 3 am, but the Dark desk is absolutely stunning. You are very talented and your voice is very calming. I like how you explain what you are doing. I definitely don't think you are a fraud or not a great woodworker. Thanks for keeping me company while I couldn't sleep!
I think of all the tables I have seen on this channel, this has to be the most beautiful one. That black contrasts incredibly well with the lighter portions in that pattern.
Dark--love the technique notes and learning through trying, failing, correcting approach you employ.
There are lots of woodworkers who work in their minds, then there are those who produce pieces.
Thank you for sharing your lessons learned along the way.
That isn't just woodworking (it is definitely that!). That is art. Timeless, unquestionable Art. And with the addition of the Flexispot, kinetic as well. wow.
Light or Dark: Both look fantastic, but the dark table has the look of a table that has been taken care of for years and years. Well done!
Thanks, John, appreciate it!
@@BlacktailStudio for your buffing. Look into a product called aqua buff. Comes in 1000 and 2000 grit. I first found it working with fiberglass on boats for the gellcoat. But have also used it on cars, glass, metal, even plastic, and poly epoxy. Works wonders on old headlights you name it. It's water based and pretty cheap. Let me know if you like it.
Light - really appreciate your transparency with the process. It looks so easy when you do it, but it clearly isn’t easy.
Dark. I wasn't convinced at first, but your dedication and hard work to bring out the that amazing finish won me over!
As a longtime woodworker myself, the tips and tricks about "working" the wood are always appreciated and do help the non-woodworkers understand your process. I'm not a big fan of the trendy epoxy thing, as I really like to accentuate the beauty of natural woods and even hesitate to add stain to natural hard and softwood, so i don't hide the grain. So...after all that work and money you spent on this build it looks to me like plastic laminate. Sure I can still see some grain, but that beautiful burl got lost in the stain and high gloss polishing.
But heck...that's why they make chocolate AND vanilla...
But who would ever prefer chocolate!??!?!? 😆
It honestly made my day to see a reply in the comments on a craftsman's video that disagreed, but was still positive and respectful. My hope for humanity is restored just that little bit more. Thank you for doing good!
Dark, I am a 46 year old dude that has just found the relaxation, joy, and extreme frustration of wood working. I have been looking at video after video for ideas, inspiration, and knowledge. I just wanted to say thank you for reminding me that is ok to screw up. You are quite educational and incredibly impressive to watch. Thank you for your content, I did subscribe and will be waiting for your next video.
I messed up a picture frame one time, the table saw fence moved on me and messed up my cut, but after finding a solution, it actually came out better than how I was going to do it in the first place.
Dark, I love that you tried to make it look like a guitar sunburst sort of pattern.
I really love how you explain what you are doing and are completely honest with your mistakes. Your voice is great too!
I like the dark piece better. They’re both done absolutely beautifully, but that depth you got with all that work and how dark it became, was amazing!! That table looks awesome! Nice work!👌🏼
Thanks bud!
@@BlacktailStudio No need to feel guilty. A thing is worth what people will pay for it.
What you make will last for centuries, if looked after. It will also increase in value as it becomes antique.
Look how much some people pay for gimmick technology, even top marques to drive around in, clothes too and none of that will last nearly so long nor will still be useful in a few years.
If anything you might be under pricing.
As a fellow journeyman, it took me years to come to terms with the value of my skills. The difference between makers and those that ‘can’, is that you do, and they don’t. Putting a new beautiful thing into the world is worth everything. Thinking about doing it, is worth nothing. I see no fraud here, whatsoever. Cheers.
Love this! I'm definitely a "who can" 😂 I'm far too indecisive to pick one thing to dive into long enough to make it my life
Incredible work you do, I enjoy every single table and this Dark desk is stunning! Thank you 🙏🏾
Really beautiful Sit/stand desk.
I love how you use different disciplines (guitars, automotive, other channels).
Well done.
When I was learning to become a Bartender my strict floor manager took me aside to say "too learn you must steal with your eyes).
Cheers to your continued success!
Doug😎
The light one is amazing, love the dye of the dark but the natural wood truly shines. As for feeling like a fraud/imposter at times, I feel like that's a feeling every wood worker gets as they grow and learn, I think it's a sign of self awareness and an ability to evolve
I am amazed at how much your system has improved over the years. I remember watching your videos way back in the day and it is like night and day. Not only have you improved your technique, but what really separates you on this platform is the production quality changes. Your lighting, camera work, and audio are incredibly well done. I love the fact that your dedication to both the craft and the content has truly paid off.
DARK! Amazing! You sir have earned my sub. Iv been watching you for years and I dont give my subs out easily. Most of my subs are people I watched since before this account was active. Your straight forward attitude and strong sense of self always makes me smile. You make amazing tables and your attention to detail always impresses me.
Love the dark table. The shine on it is stunning
I am by no means any kind of woodworker, matter of fact am an almost 70-year-old woman with RA however your work is incredible and been watching you for a while...I realized that I had never made a comment to you and wanted you to know that there, I know, have to be others that just love the wonderful work you do. You are amazing, please keep up the great work and videos which for me are extremely entertaining and love seeing the whole process, yes, including you keeping any errors you might do. I hope you see this comment, being so many in here am sure you keep extremely busy with all you do. That table looks awesome like most that you do!
You took the words out of my mouth. I've been a woodworker for way too many years (I'm only 69 & a 1/2.) to not appreciate the effort and dedication shown in these videos.
Be well and satisfied!
I love his videos too
The dark finish is incredible. I typically do small woodworking projects with contrasting wood, hand cut dovetails, some inlays, some epoxy inlays. With the lighter colored wood by itself I hadn't achieved the look I wanted. I played around with alcohol dyes using what I had, my printers used cartridges. Got some great results and pretty much unlimited color combos. I really like how the black you used turned out, stunning. You put in a lot of time on your pieces, it shows. Very nicely done.
Eerily Stunning!! Can you imagine the conversations? if used for a dining table, you'd be there for hours!! I want one!! lol
Light or dark.....Wow!!! Beautiful work! Thanks for sharing your talent.
You’re not an “I Just Got Lucky” kinda woodworker. The painstaking work you put into your tables is awe-inspiring, and I love the eye-popping reveal. On another note, I’m a subscriber, have hit the bell, but missed the notice on this video for some reason. Glad I found it.
Blacktail: You should be charged with grammar fraud! At about 1:00 minute into this video: "I'm not doing anything that anybody could do if they just put their minds to it." OUCH!
@@davesmith5656
You’re certainly one of the guys that corrects people who say “I could care less”, which ironically applies to those who care the most down to those who care the least, instead of saying the more stinging, “I could NOT care less” said barely moving the lips and with a small hair flip as they turn away like I did when I read your comment.
Arncha?
@@Itstheoutputs ---- For a minute there I thought you were going to be funny ... but I see you are not.
@@Itstheoutputs
Did you literally flip your hair and turn away? 😁
Amazing how many times "luck" follows hard work
When the stain first went on I thought you ruined that gorgeous piece of wood by going too Dark, but as you went through subsequent sanding and staining sequences I thought it became more and more amazing. Turned out just awesome in the end. Team Dark all the way on that
Dark is fantastic. I appreciate you sharing how you learn and where you get inspiration.
DARK. absolutely love your content. I have just watched 5 videos back to back, absolutely stunning work! Love the epoxy,wood combo.
Dark would be my choice here. I never in a million years would have thought staining dark like that would turn out this stunning, but it looks amazing and I really like the guitar inspiration you incorporated. Also, I am kind of surprised I'm saying this too, but I think I would have preferred trimming off the natural edge in this case. I think the radical stain sort of gives the OK to walk away from that rustic natural-ish rough edge. IMHO... Really nice work! Thanks for walking us through in such detail. Zk
When you start polishing with the machine start it on its lowest setting to spread the polish around, then increase the speed.
That way you won’t get all the splatter on polish everywhere.
Also a good idea to ‘prime’ the pad first to make sure you don’t have any dry spots on the pad.
Finally you should use your air compressor to blow out the pad regularly so you remove any contamination that could cause scratches in your finish.
Hope that helps 👍
That power tool may only have two states: ON and OFF. They are torquey too, so even just bumping the trigger causes high RPMs.
@@lerkzor Very easy to burn the finish with the polisher, even with the super fine polishing compound. Ask me how I know.
Dark all the way! I'm usually a light kinda guy too. I love all woods and their natural beauty but the contrast the dark finish provides is such a beautiful statement. Well done Cam.
This is one of my favorite peojects you have done. When it comes to buffing epoxy using cutting compound will work miracles. I use that first on paint jobs when i worked in the autobody field. Dark definitely is the way to go.
I love both, but the dark is stunning. Great job, and I learn a lot from your videos. Thank you!
Dark- when you first stained it, i thought "Oh no!". But the finished product is beautiful. I really appreciate your candid comments. I have learned a lot from you including the ability to throw it out! Thanks, Cam.
Dark This is absolutely the most beautiful piece of craftmansship I have ever seen in my life.
I honestly would be afraid to touch it. Well done man, well done!
Dark. Absolutely love how you took inspiration from Guitars in this. Also the comment on using nature as your inspiration for the river was fantastic.
I've been rinsing a lot of your videos recently as I've been off work. Looking forward to finally getting a workshop sometime in the next year and giving all this a go.
Love all your pieces. Fantastic visible work ethic every time 👌
It’s so therapeutic to even just watching you carving moulds out of the wood. Thrilled to see the end result is such a beautiful piece.
Did not think that the dark approach would be as good but am amazed to say that it knocks spots off of the plain finish. Just goes to show what can be done with patience and determination!
Dark, both desks look stellar. Depending upon where your clients will use them........ there is a place for every piece of art. I prefer the dark table as you mentioned, you took your inspiration from guitars. That definitely looks like a ridiculously expensive guitar desk. Well done! Love your videos.
This is beautiful. As a sit/standing desk user though, cable management is a big deal. When I put my desk top on the electronic components, I had to create a recess/box attached under the desk for all the monitor, speaker and peripheral cables, so that the desk could go up/down without a mess of cables being dragged around. If you do this again, it'd be great to see what solutions you could come up with for this.
Instead of the C channel use aluminum extrusion and recess it. Then you could put bolts for accessories under
@@millhouse782 genius
Dark is so interesting when faded like a guitar body. You've dipped into both automotive and guitar finishing processes and that's already miles beyond what many "pro-level" woodworkers seem to do with furniture design. Don't just make a table that looks like every other farmhouse table. Try sunburst fades as such.
Dark turned out WAY better than I expected. Well done.
Dark was awesome, which I usually tend to lean towards the lighter more natural look but the dark fade looks amazing. Nicely done.
Dark - you can also use “penetrating epoxy” from the stone industry instead of thinning down regular epoxy. There are a lot of diamond tooling pads and such from the stone industry that you could incorporate into your process that will help you save time and money, as well as improve what you are already doing when it comes to polishing - it’s all basically the same thing regardless of whether it’s wood or stone. Nice job - well done !!!
Dark, so beautiful! Well worth the extra time.
Dark.
I'm literally in awe over that dark finished table, it's the most beautiful piece of woodwork I think I've ever seen. You have turned a beautiful product of nature into something even more sublime. Amazing job!
New to your channel so seeing older content but you are insanely talented!
Both absolutely beautiful pieces!! personally for me and my home decor the lighter table would fit better, also seeing how I have a black laptop I think that contrast would look outstanding! light for me! thank you for the vid Cam! 👍👍
Cam,
I love your show and your work. Your comments about the pricing of your pieces and feelings of being a fraud reminded me of a story that a friend of mine told me. This friend of mine, named Don Carr, passed away not long ago. He was one of the most interesting men I’ve ever known. He was a true “Grizzly Adams,” a true mountain man. He owned a place in Alaska, where he spent his summers, and he spent Winters in Louisiana. He was a very talented “Jack-of-all-trades.”
He told me of this Native American woman that he was introduced to. When he met her, she was sitting on the ground, weaving baskets out of pine needles. She noticed that he was watching her, and she asked if he would like to learn how to make them. He sat down eager to learn. (I saw several of his baskets, and I was amazed by how nice they were. Who knew?? Pine needles!)
After his visit, he thanked her and left.
A few years later, he was traveling through that area, so he decided to pay her a visit. He wasn’t sure that she would remember him, but after greeting her, she asked him if he had made any baskets. Don always had one in that duffle bag he was never without. He handed it to her. She inspected it, and she handed it back with a smile. She then asked him if he had sold any. He said that he had sold a few. She asked what he charged for them. He answered that he charged $5 for small baskets and $10 for large ones. He did not expect her facial expression of disappointment, and he asked her what was wrong.
She looked at him and said, “If someone is not willing to pay what you believe to be an exorbitant price for it, then it isn’t art; it’s just a basket.”
Dark!
May your story help inspire me to build more custom flintlocks. Nice story.
Thanks for that story! That helps me with my custom made skate- and longboards! I have been way too shy to ask a proper price
light or dark? Both are beautiful. I think the best part of this video is your attitude. I definitely agree with you about caring more beats out skill, cause it doesn't matter how much you know if you can't be bothered to apply it. I love that you're so down-to-earth, and talk about your mistakes, and the helpful tips you've figured out along the way! while you turn out amazing pieces. It annoys me when people say "Literally" to mean not literally!!
That is often why talented hobbyists can outperform seasoned professionals: they can put all their care into what they are making, while the professional may have a hard deadline and has to ship the thing with known flaws.
That is also the downfall of the perfectionist (including many hobbyists): not actually getting anything finished ever, because it is not perfect.
Dark, and almost a year later because I just came across your channel - that is a beautiful piece of work.
You are an inspiration. As person who wood works as a hobby, and I do sell a fair amount of my tables, seeing that I am not the only one that has these issues. Great content.
Dark, absolutely amazing!!!! I am not a wood worker, but I can watch you videos forever. They're incredibly informative and the tips you give are honest for those starting out. Thank you.
Dark! Probably the nicest piece I've seen. The pride you have for your work is unreal. Excellent work, video, everything. Amazing!
Dark! and ditto on all the compliments on your diligence, hard work and gorgeous results
Dark wood table hands down us my favorite. I'm not a modern gal love the natural woods. But loved it. Now a days people don't take much pride in their work, refreshing to see you do.
Wow, if only I had the cash for that black desk, I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Absolutely gorgeous. Having that in the office would be inspiring every singe day. Thanks for the excellent video!
Honesty, humility and sharing knowledge will always benefit you and everyone around you. Great video.
and caring about your watchers would benefit even more.
@@AShoreThing You saying he doesn't?
Light natural color is nice. I use epoxy a lot in boat building, there are a couple things I might suggest:
When using West Systems epoxy, use the 207 hardener instead of the 205. It is designed for clear coating applications. While adding the black to your epoxy probably protects you, the 205 hardener can get cloudy after it has cured.
When applying epoxy to bare wood, I always do it while the temperature in my shop is falling - getting cooler. I heat my shop up over 80° for a few hours before doing the work and then turn down the heat during the process. This causes the air trapped in the wood to contract, drawing epoxy in. If the shop gets warmer during the cure it can drive air out, causing bubbles. Warming the wood will also lower the viscosity of the epoxy, allowing it to penetrate deeper without adding solvents. Adding solvents is OK, but degrades some of the physical properties of the epoxy and slows down curing.
If you are going to sand the surface level, get long boards with dust collection, it keeps the paper from loading up. Mirka Abranet has some great hand sanding tools with dust collection.
Be careful using tack cloths on a surface that you are going to coat with epoxy. The waxes used to make the tack clothes are not compatible with epoxy and can cause fisheyes and other issues if any should get on the surface. Obviously, it is possible to use a tack cloth before epoxy without issues, but when it doesn't work, it can cause horrendous problems.
Epoxy is not good with UV. Even "UV stabilized" epoxy will eventually start breaking down due to sun exposure. My research suggest that UV stabilized epoxy is designed for about 1,000 hours of sun exposure. For furniture in a house, this is probably a very long time, but it is just a matter of time. The ceramic coating you apply should help extend the live of the finish, but I always apply a UV protective clear coat to all my epoxy coated boats. A varnish or even better a 2-part automotive style clear coat will produce a much longer lasting finish.
Well thank you for sharing that regular epoxies cannot stand UV rays. I did not know that and always dried my items in direct sunlight. I live in Florida and the humidity turns my work into crap.
@@warpigs9069 The effects of UV happen over time. It breaks down the bonds between epoxy molecules. Placing epoxy out in the sun should not do much to damage the epoxy.
However, placing wood coated with wet epoxy out in the sun will cause air in the wood to out-gas. This can cause a serious problem with bubbles.
Working with epoxy in humidity may cause a problem with amine-blush, a waxy substance caused when epoxy cures in a humid environment. This waxy substance can show up on the surface of the epoxy and must be cleaned off before any other stuff is applied over it.
Blush can also occur in the epoxy matrix and may appear as clouding in the epoxy over time. The 207 vs 205 West Systems hardener resolves this issue.
@@NickSchade gawd, I wish my garage had AC. I have a small Ryobi fan that I sometimes use to help cure things and repel moisture. Maybe I'll buy more of those fans as a cheap solution to the blush and bubbling.
The DARK TABLE is very striking. You created an absolutely beautiful piece!
That was an amazing table. Been viewing for a while now. Just when I think I've seen your best you one up it.
Dark, love how you went through the different stages of sanding to get the dark to light fade. I also appreciate the way you don't just look at wood as an "only wood workers know how" for the polishing and finishing of your work but go out and see what other trades ( car detailer) would do to get the finish your after. Top job once again 👍🏻
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ TOTALLY INAPROPERATE. KEEP YOUR RELIGON TO YOUR SELF!!!!
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ Religion is like a blind man looking in a black room for a black cat that isn't there, and finding it.
@@seanhall6265 touché 😆😆😆
Light or Dark? Oh my gosh. They are both beautiful, but the work and care you put into that dark finish... just wow. It glows with the effort as much as the finish. Amazing work.