My latest countertop

Dec 21, 2017 10:15 PM

gimking

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Finished product first.

The planks are held down with liquid nails.

Before sanding

After sanding everything flush.

Getting ready for pour no.1.

Looking better.

After a second coat. So smooooth.

More resin.

Really brightens up the grain.

Can you spot the Eucalyptus?

Not really the end. I am to impatient to wait to post. Next post will be completion.

It looks beautiful! Nice job.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I'm sure you used a UV-resistant epoxy. Otherwise that is going to yellow and look like crap in about a year.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Thats pretty bad ass! @OP

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Why liquid nails? In my experience stuff holds for 2 years max

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Not standard liquid nails, not sure the name though. The resin fills underneath around a small bead anyway.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Looks amazing! How long does the shine last with regular use though?

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

The first one is still looking good with some care. Can always sand and re-pour for a like new finish.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

How do you finish the bottom edge?

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Brush the resin on, cut drips off while still plastic.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Krikey, it's got a glorious finish.

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Thank you.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

fuck that looks tasty. the top picture looks like you could take a bite off the corner

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Mmmm. "I eat wood cuz it tastes so good, and I think that I might try a bite. Doot doo doo doooo.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Licked it, tastes like dust.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Fir for the apron?

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Ah, damn. I forgot to name the woods. You are correct on the fir. I got everything from an old shop. Fir, mahogany, redwood, and pecan.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Das good shit!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Nice! Not sure how well the liquid nails will do long-term, but it looks great.

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

The liquid nails is only a thin strip down the middle. The resin fills the rest.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Should hold up then. That epoxy resin is tough stuff!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Oh god yesss.

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

It is fun to touch.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0