Mesquite Slab Coffee Table with Metallic Turquoise Epoxy

October 25, 2018Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This table was a customer request to fit in the tight space between a door and their couch. They requested a turquoise epoxy, and it was my first attempt at using metallic pigments in a project. Along with the metallic pigment, glow in the dark pigment was also added for a touch of fun. The edges were chamfered to prevent injuries to their little ones that play in the house. See, you can have something that’s durable, safe, and great looking… all in one package!

Pair of Live Edge Cedar Rounds with Green Transparent Epoxy

October 25, 2018Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This is a pair of cedar rounds that are filled with a forest green epoxy. When backlit, the green really pops and turns into a bright neon color, giving the table a multi faceted design and function.

Maple Framed Cabinet with Maple Slab Top

May 11, 2018Posted in UncategorizedWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

One large slab was used to create the tops on these two tables. A metallic powder was added to the epoxy to create the effect on the river portion of the slab. Solid maple was cut down to create the frame, slat shelving, and drawer sections of the piece.

Long Maple Bench with Matte Blue Epoxy River

March 9, 2018Posted in SeatingWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This bench was an interesting challenge! The client wanted a light colored slab that would contrast her darker floors. Luckily, a local Houston wood supplier had a great piece of maple that was suited to the task. We went with a cobalt colored epoxy and used a more opaque blue tint to allow the color to stand out against the light colored wood. Due to the 96″ length of the board, 4 trapezoid legs were fabricated to stabilize the piece and provide enough support to stand on if needed. The bench was finished with seven coats of wipe on poly.

Large Mesquite Low Slung Coffee Table

January 11, 2018Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This large slab was not filled on the edges to take advantage of the interesting live edge. Thus, it creates drama with a narrow to wide taper as you move across the slab. Black matte epoxy fills the interior spaces and the slab is finished with tung oil and wax for a low subtle gloss.

Large Cedar Table with Open Edge

January 11, 2018Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This large cedar slab table was created by my father. His goal was to create something that would fit in a broad range of applications – rustic and modern alike. The chunky cedar top is finished with tung oil for a subtle matte finish.

Mesquite Coffee Table with Opaque Epoxy Center

January 11, 2018Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This mesquite slab was ravaged by nature – both the elements as well as a bug infestation. But the damage done by the elements proved to form the perfect setting to reinforce the slab with epoxy and expose all of the rough elements.

Finished with tung oil and wax for a low gloss finish.

Mesquite Slab Table with Open Epoxy Corner

January 11, 2018Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This table’s experiment relies on an open epoxy corner joining with a slab of mesquite wood. Turquoise dye was added to give the epoxy it’s color. The steel base supports the piece while leaving the translucent corner open and floating.

Live Edge Walnute Side Table

July 12, 2017Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

This piece was constructed from a small collection of walnut pieces that my father acquired. The challenge to creating this piece was making something out of the limited amount of wood. There was a slight void in the top, so epoxy was used to fill in the gap and provide a smooth surface. Normally I leave epoxy unsanded, with a light sanding, a matte finished was achieved that matched the wax finish nicely. So, we have a narrow but chunky table that will make a great drink table.

Live Edge Mesquite Slab Table with Steel Legs

July 12, 2017Posted in TablesWritten by twillis79Leave a comment

Heavy live edge mesquite slab with natural voids filled with clear epoxy. The square steel legs on this table are not permanently mounted, so they could be swapped for a different style if a client desired. There is a heavy top coat of epoxy in this piece so it’s extra durable.