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Thread: Project Complete - Cherry/Curly Yellow Birch Bed

  1. 03-21-2006, 10:12 PM #31
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    Wow, that is really something. Beautiful wood and craftsmanship! Nice job.

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  2. 03-21-2006, 10:33 PM #32
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    Looks Super, Gary!

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  3. 03-21-2006, 11:03 PM #33
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    Beautiful!!
    I like the arch and the panels. nice finish.
    The "saddle" recess in the bench is a nice touch.
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  4. 03-22-2006, 12:48 AM #34
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    Design, Fit, Finish.... Well Done!!!! WOW!!!
    If you can't fix it with a hammer, you have an electrical problem.
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  5. 03-22-2006, 1:08 AM #35
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    Garry,
    All I can say has been said before, but I will repeat it one more time - beautiful design, workmanship, and finish!!! I am about to embark on a bed building project so this has inspired me to say the least.
    The talent on this forum is unbelievable!!

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  6. 03-22-2006, 1:55 AM #36
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    Standing ovation on that one! (Sound of applause)
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  7. 03-22-2006, 6:52 AM #37
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    I see their Wow's and will go one more WOW! Really nice looking bed. Please post pics after it's assembled.
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  8. 03-22-2006, 7:55 AM #38
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    Excellent design and material selection. The three pieces just flow together. Very inspiring. Thanks for sharing.
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    Bravo!

    The curly Yellow Birch figure is perfect for a project of this size and scale. It is not overpowering or too intense, but draws attention to the whole design. It is one of my favorite figured woods for larger projects like what you have so beautifully designed and built . Outstanding work and use of materials.
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  10. 03-22-2006, 8:16 AM #40
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jason Tuinstra
    Gary, wow, wow, and then wow again! That looks fantastic!!! The wood is gorgeous. I've never seen an attached bench before. I don't know if I'd like it or not, but it sure does show off your skill and ability. Thanks for showing it off.
    Thanks Jason,
    The bench was a nessesity because my wife did not want side boards.
    The headboard attaches to the metal mattress frame and the footboard is freestanding. Likely would not have been my preference either.
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  11. 03-22-2006, 8:19 AM #41
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jeffrey Makiel
    Boy o' boy...that looks really nice. It's unique and thoughtful. Nice website photos too!

    Do you have plans for complimentary bedroom pieces?
    -Jeff
    There are addional pieces in the future. Have not settled on any desighns for the night stands etc. as yet. I have other projects to move onto before I can do these pieces though.
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  12. 03-22-2006, 8:20 AM #42
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  13. 03-22-2006, 8:27 AM #43
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    Quote Originally Posted by George Matthews
    Wow!

    After reviewing your site (thanks), I have a few questions.
    I see details for the panel lamination and reference to a core.
    What did you use for the core? Is it two or three layers?

    Thanks for sharing.
    The core I used was 1/4 inch luan. It worked well and the panels stayed flat afterwards.
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    Beautiful work Garry. Great design too.
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    Quote Originally Posted by John Hedges
    VERY VERY NICE. I was wondering if you would share any information on how you finished the bed. I didn't see anything on the referenced page that described that. I really like how the finish came out.
    I sprayed 2 coats of Sealcoat, then 2 and 3 coats of Minwax wipeon poly and of course sanding between coats.
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