This thick live-edge cross-section side or accent table has a beautiful ring structure and spelting pattern. The table was finished with tung oil and then with a satin polyurethane coat to provide a protective layer.
The Story of this project
On a trip south of Austin and north of San Antonio, I came across the Swift Pecan sawmill. I found this cross section piece of pecan wood that I knew would make a wonderful side or accent table. I could see though that the ring structure, color and spelting was distinctive.
Where to Use
This accent table really stands out because of it’s beautiful circular ring structure and the 3 inch thickness of the slab. Whether used as an accent table in an office, living room, or porch, it provide a surface that can become a focal point of a room. At 27 inches in diameter and 3 inches in thicknesss the table provides ample surface area for a potted plant, decor or simply a side table for drinks. The natural color of the wood goes well with almost any color of walls, chairs, sofas, rugs and wall decor. The spelting pattern provides an extra bit of ‘drama’ to the finished table.
The Process
The project started by removing all loose bark from the outer edge of the wood. I then carefully smoothed the live edge surface with sandpaper. I then sanded the top and bottom surfaces. The empty voids and cracks were then filled with turquoise epoxy. Afterwards the top was resanded before applying the final finish.
I chose to use a tung oil coat and let the oil soak into the wood and enhance its natural color. I choose to use two protective coats of satin polyurethane so that it could be used with coffee mugs, flower pots and other items that might spill. Finally, I applied a coat of wax and buffed it to a nice sheen.
