Twin Birch and Maple Bench Set

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A client saw our first birch and maple bench and asked for two in a set. Each uses a free fallen salvaged birch, which was milled into planks. Both are 17.5″ inches tall, slightly less than normal seat height. They are very sturdy with solid maple legs pruned last year from a tree that’s actively producing. They were aged outside and off the ground to give them a weathered patina. The entire surface is covered in butcher block oil, one of the nicest for indoor use that takes very little maintenance. We couldn’t bring ourselves to finish these in varnish, and shellac would have affected some natural tones.

All the surfaces are very smooth and touchable, and comfortable enough for two people to share seat. We think a matching bistro table might be coming soon.

Approximately 36″x14″x17.5″tall. Birch and maple, finished in butcher block oil. Pictured: 87-BL-05-12; 88-BL-05-12

Little Zen Table

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This is a fun little table with a ledge and a center cavity for a sand zen garden. This is version 1.0, the final version will have shorter legs, about 5 inches tall, for use on table tops. The key is finding the perfect fine sand (and making sure the joinery keeps it in). Aquarium sand turns out to be the best. It’s very smooth and holds the shape. The sand also comes in different colors. A little rake and leveler are included. It’s a fun project compared to working with timber all the time.

Pictured: 84-BL-04-12 designed in rough cut spruce with antique stain and linseed oil. Dimensions: 12″x12″. Also in table top height.