Posts in Metalworking Projects
How To Build A CERUSED OAK Round Dining Table

Learn how to build this round oak dining table with a welded steel base and cerused (or limed) finish! This table is sized to seat four and would fit perfectly in any modern kitchen.

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DIY Garage Metalworking Shop Makeover and Organization

My metalworking shop has always been a bit of a mess, but it had gotten REALLY bad lately. I went back to the drawing board and gave that side of the shop a complete makeover, reorganizing it and optimizing the tool layout and workflow.

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How To Build A Reclaimed Oak Extension Dining Table

In this video, I built a Parsons-Style Extension Dining Table out of reclaimed Oak and steel. The base was constructed from readily-available steel tubing, and the top was made from reclaimed lumber and features an extension mechanism that will allow the top to expand 36 1/2” with the addition of two leaves, all without moving the base. 

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How To Build A DIY Modern Raised Planter Box

I built these simple yet beautiful modern planter boxes using Cedar from the home center and a few pieces of angle iron. I do have detailed plans available for this project here, which include a materials list, cut list, and SketchUp file.

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How To Build A Modern Outdoor Dining Table and Pergola

I built this modern outdoor dining table out of Ipe 3x3s. Ipe is one of the most difficult woods I've worked with, it's insanely heavy and dense. I also built this pergola kit from TOJA GRID.

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How To Build A Molten Aluminum Live Edge "Lake" Coffee Table

I poured MOLTEN aluminum into a live edge slab with Modern Builds and Makercise! Go to http://squarespace.com/craftedworkshop to get a free trial and 10% off your first purchase. Also, make sure to check out Waterlox for your next woodworking project!

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How To Build A Walnut and Copper Cutting Board / Serving Board

This week's project is a Walnut and copper cutting board or serving board, perfect for those charcuterie or cheese trays for your next party! These also make outstanding gifts, and you still have time to build one before Christmas if you get to work. Enjoy! 

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