As well as painting I dabble in woodworking. Specifically I build rustic farm-style dining tables, coffee tables and some specialty items like plant stands, bookcases and unique clocks. With dining tables I only build the table and bench. What some of my customers have done is then buy contrasting chairs at Ikea. My basic charge is to take the cost of materials and triple it which a dining table and single bench will be about $600. If you are interested send me an email.
October 17, 2019
Just finished entertainment console with sliding barn doors. 53" x 36" x 18"
Just finished entertainment console with sliding barn doors. 53" x 36" x 18"
October 1, 2019
Just finished a couple of end tables. The top was made from a very old, weathered 2 x 10. All I did is sand it very lightly and then apply two coats of oil finish. I really like the look.
Just finished a couple of end tables. The top was made from a very old, weathered 2 x 10. All I did is sand it very lightly and then apply two coats of oil finish. I really like the look.
September 26, 2019
Finally finished building a farm style rustic double platform bed with two night tables. This was a lengthy project! The staining and painting to get the antique look was very time consuming. I first stained entire bed dark brown and then applied two coats of a diluted grey paint (50:50 water to paint). It is diluted so it can be sanded more easily. Once dry I carefully sanded in spots to allow the dark brown underneath to show up. Finally finished up with three coats of semi-gloss varathane. The two night tables were then built to match the bed. Thanks Teena for the order.
Finally finished building a farm style rustic double platform bed with two night tables. This was a lengthy project! The staining and painting to get the antique look was very time consuming. I first stained entire bed dark brown and then applied two coats of a diluted grey paint (50:50 water to paint). It is diluted so it can be sanded more easily. Once dry I carefully sanded in spots to allow the dark brown underneath to show up. Finally finished up with three coats of semi-gloss varathane. The two night tables were then built to match the bed. Thanks Teena for the order.
August 7, 2019
Just about finished these neat benches that fold and convert to a picnic table. I just need another coat of stain and they are done. Total cost was $60 for the wood and about $40 for the hardware.
Just about finished these neat benches that fold and convert to a picnic table. I just need another coat of stain and they are done. Total cost was $60 for the wood and about $40 for the hardware.
Rustic bar table built for my two nephews.
Top is made from some very old 2 x 12's I found.
Top is made from some very old 2 x 12's I found.
June 15, 2019
Camper playhouse I just finished at my son's home. Fun project but a little challenging building the curved ends. Still need to build the door and put in the windows. I purchased the plans for this from Paul's Playhouses. He has some amazing playhouses. Take a look.
Camper playhouse I just finished at my son's home. Fun project but a little challenging building the curved ends. Still need to build the door and put in the windows. I purchased the plans for this from Paul's Playhouses. He has some amazing playhouses. Take a look.
