I've been asked to build a pair of trestle legs for an existing table top. The table will sit between two existing benches. Having not built this before of course I took the job! My idea is to make the pieces out of 3 layers of poplar (they intend to paint the final result). With the three layers I can leave out a 'piece' for for a mortise for the feet/post connection as well as the post top plate connection. I'd like to try for a through mortise for the stretcher with a wedge to hold fast. This way they can disassemble easily for installation and moving.
Standing by for any tips, suggestions, or TALK ME OUT OF IT!
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