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Plastic fantastic.
Final assembly of all components producing a reassuringly sturdy three legged table over three Varying sizes in chic black. The black charcoal surface is recycled PET plastic packaging which although black in appearance, has a translucency when seen up close. The material also has a white speckled appearance, giving a cosmic feel to the surface. Versions of this material have come from recycled black plant pots alongside more typical plastic bottles. We have segmented the plastic into three sections to allow us to get the diameters we require. Recycled plastic never looked so good! .
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Sub structure assembly. To join the legs with the table top we need two crucial components discreetly tucked below the table. The sub assembly consists of a ‘fidget spinner’ which locks the three legs into position and allows us to fix into them. The circular sub structure supports the recycled plastic surface. All the parts are designed to be bolted together becoming one and allow the plastic surface room to expand and contract. We experimented with laminated timber for these sections but cost and time didn’t allow, so we used the next best sustainable alternative, valchromat. A perfect material for when your project is as much a feat of engineering as it is furniture making. Although the end result looks simple, rest assured, this is one technical table. .
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Every once and a while an opportunity slightly different from the norm presents itself. Today we welcomed Franz Keilhofer aka the @gingerwoodturner into our workshop. A man on a journey or maybe that’s a journeyman, either way if your into wood turning he is a well respected craftsman and came to find himself with his ‘crew’ filming for a upcoming mini documentary on artisanal craftsmen across Europe who come to meet other fine makers, which is where we come in. It’s always great to meet other makers and especially those who are so specific in their craft. Even better when they come and find you.
Franz has an incredible knowledge of timber and can turn incredibly fine walled vessels and finishes his pieces to a very high standard. He is also a super nice guy. It was a pleasure to have you join us in our workshop. Thanks man. .
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