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Step 1
Step 1: Cut the Frame
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Cut the angle iron to length, in this case 16″. Next, make L-shaped cuts on both ends of two of the pieces.
This step begins in the video at 1:18.
Step 2
Step 2: Cut the Legs
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Cut the round bar stock to length, in this case 16″.
This step begins in the video at 2:03.
Step 3
Step 3: Weld the Frame
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Weld the angle iron into a frame. Smooth out the welds with a grinder.
This step begins in the video at 2:44.
Step 4
Step 4: Weld the Legs
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Weld the ¾” round bar stock to the frame as legs.
This step begins in the video at 3:24.
Step 5
Step 5: Cut the MDF Base
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Cut out a piece of MDF to fit the size of the metal frame. Grind off a small chunk of the four corners to ensure a tight fit over the welded joints.
This step begins in the video at 3:29.
Step 6
Step 6: Place the MDF
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Place the MDF in the tray. It should be recessed at least ¼” to leave room for the slices.
This step begins in the video at 3:43.
Step 7
Step 7: Slice the Branches
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Cut the tree branches up into small slices on the band saw. Be sure to cut branches with a variety of diameters.
This step begins in the video at 3:51.
Step 8
Step 8: Glue the Gap
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Seal the gap between the MDF and the metal frame with hot glue.
This step begins in the video at 4:22.
Step 9
Step 9: Pour Epoxy
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Pour a generous amount of 2-part epoxy on top of the MDF and spread it out until the top is completely covered.
This step begins in the video at 4:31.
Step 10
Step 10: Arrange the Wood Slices
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Place the wood slices on top of the table. Let the table cure for two hours.
This step begins in the video at 4:37.
Step 11
Step 11: Sand the Table
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Once the epoxy has set, sand the table smooth using a belt sander, then a palm sander.
This step begins in the video at 5:11.
Step 12
Step 12: Apply an Epoxy Top Coat
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Finish the top with more of the 2-part epoxy. Apply it with a paintbrush and let it cure for 24 hours.
This step begins in the video at 5:41.
Step 13
Step 13: Sand the Frame
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Lightly sand the metal frame and legs and clean them up with acetone, using the rags.
This step begins in the video at 7:29.
Step 14
Step 14: Apply Blackener
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Apply the chemical blackener to the legs with the foam brush.
This step begins in the video at 7:55.
Step 15
Step 15: Finish the Table
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Finish off the metal frame and legs with the spray-on lacquer. Use painter’s tape on the slice top to protect it while spraying.
This step begins in the video at 8:09.
Step 16
Step 16: Enjoy the Final Product
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