Sanding the layers into smooth sections.
Casting metal inlays.
Milling the inlays to achieve a better finish.
Setting the inlays into the wood.
Staining the table top.
Clamping and fixing the steam-bent sections together, using wood glue and hidden internal dowel.
Fixing the table top securely without drilling through to the surface.
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Maple Leaf Table
An independent project prior to University where I designed, prototyped and made a fully functional coffee table.
I chose to use recycled and sustainably sourced materials throughout this project.
To create it I used a variety of machinery and techniques including laser cutting, steam bending, metal casting and so on.
The table is sturdy and robust, and has thin metal 'veins' running through the leaf tabletop to add aesthetic appeal.
