On Mar 16, 2025, at 5:18?AM, Bill Hope via groups.io <hope.we@...> wrote:

Hey Folks,

I have a trestle table project that I'm planning on starting this Spring with a design based on Japanese Torii gates (specifically the Peace Torii). Attached is a 3D print in 1/10th scale. The table will be easily taken apart for moving (as a military brat, I always think about how to move things).

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Originally, I was going with Maple and dyeing it an orange base and a black top, similar to the stools in the other photo. But I've decided it's too much color and will go with a natural look. Still going with a Maple base. I'd like to do the top in Walnut, and get that as dark as possible to maximize the contrast.

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Any recommendations on finishing??

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I've considered going with Padauk as it darkens to a nice dark brown, but that would add almost 20% to the weight of the top. But open to arguments to go with that (or something else).

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Since you've made it this far, I'm also pondering the best way to attach the apron. Glue along the longitudinal side, and float the cross-grain or free-float the entire apron (which might be an issue when movers are handling the piece)? I think I've figured out most everything else. But I could be back.

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